Mtd OEM-190-193 owners guide

MULCH KIT: MODEL OEM-190-193

Operator’s Manual

NOTE: Model 193 Mulch Kit is designed for use on tractors equipped with 48/50/ 54-inch cut t ing deck only.This will
NOT mount, nor operate safely or properly on any other tractor regardless of the tractor’s compatibility with similar
accessories.

WARNING: Restrict the use of this accessory and the tr actor to persons who read, understand and

follow the warnings and instructions in this manual, the tractor manu al and on the machine.

Customer Support

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2. If you prefer to reach a Customer Support Represen tative in person, please call 1(800) 800-7310 .

Locating Model Number

Before you install this kit, please loca te the model plate on the mulch plug and note the mo del and serial numbers.
This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web site and/or seek help from Customer Support
Department or service dealer.

Installing Mulch Plug

The mulch kit consists of a mulch plug (part number
731-04651) which has to be installed on the cutting
deck of your tractor. Observe safety while installing
and later operating this mulch plug.

• Locate two rectangular holes on the cutting
deck surface.

• Pivot the discharge chute up to access the deck
opening. See Figure.

• Insert the mulch plug in the deck opening,
aligning the edge of the plug with the deck as
shown in the figure. Make sure the notches on
the plug are in the slots on the deck opening.

• Lightly tab on the plug with your hand so that the
notches fit properly under the chu te tabs and the
plug is secure.

Insert mulch
plug this way

Raise discharge

chute this way

Deck Opening

Operating Mulch Plug

The mulch plug allows the tractor to recirculate grass clippings into the lawn where they act as a natural fertilizer.
Observe following points for best results in mulching:

• Never attempt to mulch if the lawn is damp. Wet grass tends to stick to the underside of the deck preventing
proper mulching.

• Do not attempt to mulch more t han 1/3 the t otal height of th e grass or app roximately 1-1/2 inch es. Maintain a
slow ground speed to allow the grass clippings more time to effectively be mulched.

• Always position the throttle control lever of the tractor in t he FAST (rabbit) positio n while mulching.

• To operate the cutting deck without mulching, simply rem ove the mulch plug and lower the discharge chu te
slowly. This will allow clippings to discharge from the side.

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO.

769-01140.fm
(2/2004)