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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: 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 • 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 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.
KNOW YOUR GRASS CATCHER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR GRASS CATCHER. Compare the illustrations with the carton contents to familiarize yourself with the parts before starting the assembly. Study the operating instructions and safety precautions thoroughly to insure proper functioning of your Grass Catcher and to prevent injury to yourself and others. Save this manual for future reference.
BAG OF PARTS CONTENTS (continued) SUPPORT TUBE TO COVER ASSEMBLY GROUP "C" GROUP "D" SUPPORT POST TO MOUNTING BRACKET (2) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Bolt 5/16 - 18 x 2-1/4 (1) Bolt 5/16 - 18 x 3/4 (1) Bracket Support Pin (1) Retainer Spring (4) Tubing End Caps GROUP "E" (2) Latch Hook Assembly LOWER CHUTE ASSEMBLY TO MOWER DECK (2) Nut, Weld #10 (2) Screw #10 x 5/8 (2) Washer, Lock #10 (2) Washer 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
ASSEMBLY BEFORE YOU START TO ASSEMBLE THE GRASS CATCHER Some tractor models may need minor modifications before you can mount the grass catcher to the tractor. Look carefully at the drawbar on your tractor and compare to the illustrations below. If your drawbar looks like STYLE "A" (has the upper corner ribs), your tractor is ready - proceed with the grass catcher assembly. If your drawbar looks like STYLE "B" (does not have the upper corner ribs), go to the PREPARATION section in this manual.
ASSEMBLY 1 REAR MOUNTING BRACKET and SUPPORT TUBE (See Figs. 1A, 1B & 1C) Use Hardware - - GROUP "A" SUPPORT TUBE REINFORCEMENT PLATE Before continuing with assembly, you must first determine which type of drawbar your tractor is equipped with. Compare your drawbar with the illustrations of "BEFORE YOU START TO ASSEMBLE THE GRASS CATCHER" and follow instructions given.
ASSEMBLY 2 COVER SEAL (See Fig. 2) No hardware required 4 1. Align mark on seal with mark at cover opening. 2. Work seal into opening so cover sits between flanges of seal. MOUNTING TO TRACTOR (See Fig. 4) Use Hardware - - GROUP "C & D" NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the assistance of another person for mounting assembly to tractor. 1. Raise seat on tractor to allow assembly to be mounted. 2. With cover closed, lift assembly and place support post inside mounting bracket.
ASSEMBLY 5 6 CONTAINER ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 5) No hardware required 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. CONTAINER MOUNTING (See Fig. 6) No hardware required 1. Install one container to left side first with warning to outside of unit. Install another container center position and one in right position.
ASSEMBLY 7 LOWER CHUTE (See Figs. 7A & 7B) Use Hardware - - GROUP "E" LOWER REAR EDGE BETWEEN GAUGE WHEEL BRACKET TAB AND MOWER HOUSING OPTIONAL GAUGE WHEEL AND BRACKET 1. Press weld nut into rubber latch and install two latch hook assemblies to lower chute using screw, washer, and lock washer nut as shown. 2. Tighten hardware securely. 3. Lower mower deck to its lowest cutting position. 4. With your right hand, raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 5.
ASSEMBLY 8 CHUTE LATCH ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 8) Use Hardware - - GROUP "F & G" 9 1. Assemble hardware shown (latch pin) to upper chute. 2. Press weld nut into rubber latch and assemble rubber latch to lower chute, as shown. 3. Tighten all hardware securely. 1. Lower mower deck to its lowest cutting position. 2. Assemble upper chute by inserting curved end into hole in back of cover. NOTE: Handle carefully so as not to damage dump bag indicator. 3.
OPERATION • TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING OPERATION: Follow the mower operation instructions in your tractor owner'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: Do not leave grass in bagger containers. Empty containers after each use and before storing.
PREPARATION CAUTION: BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH PREPARATION OF TRACTOR: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift/motion control lever in "NEUTRAL" position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
DRILL TWO 7/16" HOLES 1) CUT OUT TEMPLATE. 2) ALIGN BOTTOM AND LEFT EDGE OF TEMPLATE AND DRAWBAR. 3) TAPE IN POSITION.
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