Assembly Instructions
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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
Walker Mowers are shipped partially assembled to
our distribution network, and are typically assem-
bled by the selling dealer. For any additional as-
sembly besides the following, contact your Walker
dealer.
Battery Service
The battery is a completely sealed, non serviceable
battery.
Battery Location
IMPORTANT:
Make sure battery is securely mount-
ed in the frame. A loose battery may cause damage
to the case resulting in acid leakage and severe
damage to the machine. A hazard may be created
by damage to critical working parts and safety sys-
tems.
Mower Deck Assembly
Deck Caster Wheels Installation
1. Remove the bolt, nut, axle spacer tube, and
spacer washers from each deck caster wheel
fork.
NOTE:
Spacer washers are used only when
the optional semi-pneumatic deck wheels (8.25
x 2.75) are installed.
2. Fit the axle spacer tube through the wheel hub,
position the spacer washer on each side of the
hub (if used), and fit the assembly into the wheel
fork.
3. Insert the 3/8-16 x 4-1/2 in. bolt through the
wheel fork with the bolt head to the outside and
install the 3/8-16 in. Keps nut.
4. Tighten the bolt and nut until the axle spacer
tube bottoms against the inside of the wheel
fork (will not turn) while the wheel and spacer
washers (if used) spin freely without binding.
Grease Fitting
Locations
Spacer Washer
Axle Spacer Tube
Deck Caster Wheel Installation
Deck Discharge Chute Installation
(Side Discharge Models Only)
Attach the deck side discharge shield by positioning
the shield hinge lug in front of the deck mount and
fastening with two 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 in. bolts, 3/8-16
ESNA nuts, and 3/8 in. wave spring washers. The
wave washers fit between the two hinging surfaces.
Tighten the nuts until the shield moves freely but is
not loose.
WARNING
DO NOT operate the machine without the
grass deflector chute attached and in the
lowest possible position.
Attach Shield
Deck Discharge Shield Installation