Ariens 71513100, Instruction Sheet

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Instruction Sheet
Kit Number: 71513100
42-INCH MULCH KIT
For Use On Models:
915148, 159, 170, 171, 323 (S/N 10000 and up)
Package Contents
Check the contents of your kit for the parts listed below
(Figure 1):
REMOVAL
1. Stop engine, remove key, wait for all moving parts
to stop and engine to cool, and disconnect spark
plug wire.
2. Set deck to highest cutting height.
3. Raise the front of the unit to expose the underside
of the deck. Securely support the unit.
4. Remove two locking top flange nuts from discharge
chute mount and remove discharge chute and
mounting strap. Retain discharge chute and all
hardware for future use with discharge chute or
bagger. See Figure 2.
5. Remove two locking top flange nuts from discharge
baffle and remove baffle. Retain discharge baffle
and hardware for future use with discharge chute or
bagger. See Figure 2.
6. Remove two 5/16" hex bolts and locking top flange
nuts from the top leading edge of the mower deck.
Retain for future use with discharge chute or
bagger. See Figure 3.
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW
INSTRUCTIONS could result in personal injury
and/or damage to unit.
Read, understand, and follow all safety
practices in Owner/Operator Manual before
beginning.
Item Description Qty Part Number
1 42" Mulch Baffle Weldment 1 04447251
2 5/16-18 Locking Top Flange
Nut 3 06543100
3 1/4-20 x 1 Hex Washer
Head Tapping Screw 1 07412400
4 1/4-20 Locking Top Flange
Nut 1 06543500
5 5/16-18 x 3/4 Hex Bolt 1 05947000
6 5/16-18 x 1-3/4 Hex Bolt 2 05957400
7 7/16 x 1 x 5/64 Flat Washer 2 06435900
8 42" Mulch Cover 1 04687551
9 5/16 x 3/4 x 1/16 Flat Steel
Washer 2 06435800
10 1/4-20 Locking Top Flange
Nut 2 06543500
Figure 1
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WARNING: Mower blades are sharp and can
cut you. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
Figure 2
Discharge
Chute
Mounting
Strap
Discharge
Baffle
Flange
Nuts
Flange
Nuts