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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 III. CHILDREN • 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.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Grass Catcher. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center. They have competent, well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your Grass Catcher properly.
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) GROUP "C" (2) Support Clevis Pin SUPPORT POSTS TO MOUNTING BRACKET (4) Tubing End Caps (2) Retainer Spring GROUP "D" (2) Latch Hook Assembly LOWER CHUTE ASSEMBLY TO MOWER DECK (2) Screw #10 x 5/8 (2) Washer, Lock #10 (2) Washer 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. (2) Nut, Weld #10 GROUP "E" CHUTE LATCH ASSEMBLY to UPPER CHUTE (1) Screw #10 x 1-1/8 (1) Spacer, Split #10 (2) Washer 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
ASSEMBLY PARTS IDENTIFICATION COVER UPPER CHUTE r is ne ntai en d.Coe wh r. talle plac aine s ns . Re cont erlyi ently ent prop qu em r is g frereplac aine k ba d cont Checmende less tion. com un ra re er a INGmow tieerioonly RNeratare and de . Us t op we aged WA no Do ect to dam or subj ked crac DUMP BAG INDICATOR r is ne ntai en d.Coe wh r. talle plac aine s ns . Re cont erlyi ently ent prop qu em r is g frereplac aine k ba d cont Checmende m less n.
ASSEMBLY REAR MOUNTING BRACKET and SUPPORT PLATE (See Figs. 1 & 2) Use Hardware - - GROUP "A" 1 • 2 • • Install support plate to inside of drawbar as shown, using two (2) 7/16-14 x 3/4 hex bolts and the two threaded upper holes in the plate. Do not tighten at this time. COVER SEAL (See Fig. 3) No hardware required Align mark on seal with mark at cover opening. Work seal into opening so cover sits between flanges of seal.
ASSEMBLY 4 5 MOUNTING TO TRACTOR (See Fig. 5) Use Hardware - - GROUP "C" NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the assistance of another person for mounting assembly to tractor. • • • • Raise seat on tractor to allow assembly to be mounted. With cover closed, lift assembly and place support posts into mounting bracket. Allow assembly to rest on bottom of mounting bracket. Line up holes in mounting bracket with holes in support posts and insert support post clevis pins.
ASSEMBLY 6 7 CONTAINER MOUNTING (See Fig. 7) No hardware required Install one container to left side first with warning to outside of unit. Install another container to center position and one in right position. • NOTE: Right container should always overlap left container at center supports. • • • • • Close cover and lock latch handles over center support tubes. • • COVER LATCH HANDLES LOWER CHUTE (See Fig.
ASSEMBLY 8 • • • CHUTE LATCH ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 10) Use Hardware - - GROUP "E & F" 9 • • Assemble hardware shown (latch pin) to upper chute. Press weld nut into rubber latch and assemble rubber latch to lower chute, as shown. Tighten all hardware securely. Lower mower deck to its lowest cutting position. Assemble upper chute by inserting curved end into hole in back of cover. NOTE: Handle carefully so as not to damage full bagger indicator. WASHERS 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 GA.
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. CAUTION: Do not leave grass in bagger containers. Empty containers after each use and before storing.
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REPAIR PARTS/PIÈCES DE RECHANGE GRASS CATCHER - MODEL NUMBER CG46A / RAMASSE-HERBE - NUMÉRO DE MODÈLE CG46A PRODUCT NUMBER 954 04 00 06-07 / NUMÉRO DE PRODUIT 954 04 06-07 KEY NO. PART NO.