TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installationof optional grass catcher accessory. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher blades are designed . for discharging and bagging also. ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in proper position when operating mower. Be sure they are prop- erly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance. Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CU'I-I'ING HEIGH'I TM in the Operation section of this manual).
With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground. Install gauge wheel in appropri- ate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely. Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole. Gauge Wheel Mounting Bracket 10