Operator And Parts Manual For 48 Inch Consumer Z Grass Catcher MANUAL NO. 539108087 REV.
SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS DANGER ! THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2 Read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.
SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS DO NOT: • • • • • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. Do not mow near drop-off, ditches, or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding. Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.
SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS CAUTION Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. WARNING DO NOT tow any trailers, etc. with this mower. They may jackknife or over turn causing damage to the mower and possibly serious injury to the operator.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new Grass Catcher. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ department. They have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this mower. Please read and retain this manual.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS CARTON CONTENTS: • 3 - Container Tops 3 - Container Bottoms 1 - Upper Chute 1 - Lower Chute 1 - Catcher Mount 1 - Cover Assembly 2 - Front Weights • Remove all parts and packing materials from carton. Check carton contents against list. Be sure all parts are there.
ASSEMBLY 1 BAGGER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (See Figures 1A and 1B) 1. Remove rear engine guard by removing the six bolts that attach the guard to the frame. 2. Attach hitch (Part No. 539108014) to the frame using the same holes and same six bolts that attached the rear engine guard. *NOTE: If your unit does not have the holes or slots on the fenders, you will need to mark and drill them before continuing.
ASSEMBLY 3 4 CONTAINER ASSEMBLY (See Figure 3) CONTAINER MOUNTING (See Figure 4) 1. Place bottom half inside of top half, as shown. 2. Place one foot inside bottom half and lift top half to meet bottom half. 3. Press halves tightly together while lifting top to lock into place as shown. 1. Install one container to left side first with warning to the outside of unit. Install another container to center position and one in right position.
ASSEMBLY 5 LOWER CHUTE (See Figure 5) 1. Turn mower engine off. 2. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 2. Place slot in lower chute over tab on mower deck and position lower chute over deck opening as shown. 3. Hook rear latch into flange hole on back of mower deck. 4. Hook front latch into tab hole on front of mower deck. CAUTION Before raising deflector shield, turn mower engine off. DO NOT remove deflector shield from mower.
ASSEMBLY 8 FRONT WEIGHTS (See Figure 8) 1. Turn casters so they are facing the front as shown. 2. Bolt the weights to the front tube of the frame as shown. CAUTION DO NOT operate mower with grass catcher, unless the front weights are installed.
OPERATION TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING OPERATION: Follow the mower operation instructions in you mower operator’s manual. When operating your grass catcher on a lawn where grass and leaf bagging equipment has not been used, you are picking up thatch and debris that has accumulated for long periods of time. The amount collected and the total time of operation may be greater than you will experience with regular use of your grass catcher. • • Always run throttle at full speed when bagging.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS: STORAGE: Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. • Before each use check for loose fasteners. • Clean unit thoroughly after each use. When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grass, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry place. BLADE CARE: CAUTION For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades.
PARTS ILLUSTRATION 13
PARTS 1 27 16 3 16 30 2 16 28 8 10 7 11 12 29 31 30 7 15 16 31 30 5 6 30 16 4 24 17 18 13 16 31 30 16 23 30 13 14 16 7 10 14 20 18 22 21 12 19 23 21 21 25 33 36 32 35 36 33 33 34 26 33 37 34 39 39 40 14 32 37 38 40 40 9
PARTS ITEM PART NO. 1 ......... 539108078 2 ......... 539108079 3 ......... 539108141 4 ......... 539108081 5 ......... 539108082 6 ......... 539108083 7 ......... 539108084 8 ......... 539108085 9 ......... 539108086 10 ....... 539107360 11 ........ 539108088 12 ....... 539108089 13 ....... 539108090 14 ....... 539108091 15 ....... 539108092 16 ....... 539976952 17 ....... 539108093 18 ....... 539108094 19 ....... 539108095 20 ....... 539108096 21 ....... 539108097 22 ....... 539108098 23 .......
