Craftsman 48"MOWER 917.24985 User's Manual
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1. Replace containers close cover and latch b Unlatch chutes and check for clogging Remove all debris in chutes Reassemble and latch chutes c Check to insure full bagger indicatorhas notbecome clogged The air passage hole must be clear of debris Gently insert a small twig or wire into passageway to clear A CAUTION Do not operate mower with grass catcher partially installed Disengage blades and stop engine before leaving tractor seat to empty containers unclogging chutes etc Close cover before starting Disengage mower when crossing driveways or gravel surfaces and other areas where thrown objects could be a hazard Do not attempt to vacuum up cans or other potentially hazardous projectiles CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS STORAGE b e safety rules when erforming any main When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of time Cle ra T y j S clean it the c ghly remove all dirt grass leaves etc Store e Before each use check for loose fasteners ithe cigan cy Paga Clean unit thoroughly after each use CAUTION Donotleave grass in bagger containers Empty containers aftereach BLADE CARE use and before storing Failure to do so For best results mower blades must be kept sharp Replace may resultin spontaneous combustion bent or damaged blades which could develop into a fire e See BLADE CARE instructions in your tractor owner s manual CAUTION BEFORE PERFORMING ANY2. MAINTENANCE SERVICE OR ADJUST MENTS Depress clutch brake pedal fully and set parking brake Place gearshift motion control lever in NEUTRAL position Place clutch control in DISENGAGED position Turn ignition key to OFF position Make sure blades and all moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect spark plug wire s from spark plug s and place wire where it cannot come in contact with piug CAUTION Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GRASS CATCHER For one year from the date of purchase when this grass catcher attachment is maintained according to the oper ating and maintenance instructions in the owner s manual Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship This warranty does not cover Expendable items which become worn during normal use such as bags or mower blades e Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence including the failure to maintain the equipment according to instructions contained in the owner s manual Grass catcher attachments used for commercial or rental purposes Warranty service is available by returning the craftsman grass catcher to the nearest Sears parts and repair center in the United States Th
3. Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Never allow children to operate the machine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision IV SERVICE Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive Use only an approved container Neverremove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow engine to cool before refueling Do not smoke Never refuel the machine indoors Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame such as a water heater Never run a machine inside a closed area Keep nuts and bolts especially blade attachment bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition Nevertamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before storing Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s
4. or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required SAFETY RULES A 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 Keep children out of the mowing area and underthe watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts orbumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires jose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope If machine stops while going uphill disengage blades shift into reverse and back down slowly Do not turn on siopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Look for this symbol to point out imp
5. Owner s Manual CRAFTSMAN 48 Mower GRASS CATCHER Model No 917 249850 CAUTION Safety Read and follow ali Safety e Assembly Rules and Instructions be Operation fore operating this equip e Customer Responsibilities ment e Repair Parts Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website www sears com craftsman SAFETY RULES A 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 DO NOT I GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting e Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers Donotmowin reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place Slow down before turning Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blades set p
6. TION RETAINER SPRING COVER ae ASSEMBLY Oo FULL BAGGER INDICATOR CHUTE LATCH UPPER CHUTE GRASS CATCHER a CONTAINERS LOWER CHUTE LOWER CHUTE ATTACHING STRAPS NOTE When right hand R H and left hand L H are mentioned in this manual it means when you are seated on the tractor in the operator s position CAUTION BEFORE ASSEMBLING GRASS CATCHER TO 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 ASSEMBLY 1 BAGGER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY TO See Figs 1A amp 1B SUPPORT ASSEMBLY See Fig 2 NOTE For ease of assembly you may wish to obtain the assistance of another person for mounting cover assembly 1 Remove and discard the upper bolt on both sides of to tractor the drawbar Using the same holes install the shoulder re bolts supplied and tighten securely 1 eae cover assembly on ground behind tractor as 2 Liftand rotate cover to align cover brackets with support REMOVE AND DISCARD UPPER BOLTS AND INSTALL assembly tubes eA SHOULDER BOLTS SUPPLIED 3 Slide cover assembly down onto the support tubes lt DRAWBAR SUPPORT 2 Al
7. a recommended replacement container FIG 4 CONTAINER HALF LOCKING TAB FIG 3 ASSEMBLY CHECK Squeeze sides of lower half of con tainer and check that there is no gap between upper and lower haives If a gap appears unlock tabs to separate container haives and repeat instructions above ao 5 LOWER CHUTE See Fig 5 6 UPPER CHUTE See Figs 6A amp 6B 1 Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position 1 Lower mower deck to its lowest cutting position 2 Place slot in tower chute over tab on mower deck and 2 Assemble upper chute by inserting curved end into position lower chute over deck opening as shown hole in back of cover 3 Hook rear latch into flange hole on back of mower NOTE Handle carefully so as not to damage full bagger deck indicator 4 Hook front latch into tab hole on front of mower deck 3 Pushin and turn upper chute until it is in line with lower chute 4 Align the bosses on lower chute with alignment slots shiki rem mower Raise and hold 5 Secure with rubber latch by hooking hole in latch over shield when attaching lower chute and allow it to rest on chute while in latch pin operation FULL BAGGER UPPER INDICATOR nities HANDLE DEFLECTOR SHIELD OPTIONAL FRONT GAUGE WHEEL TAB oe aa ALIGNMENT SLOT LATCH PIN 02552 BOSSES ip FIG 6B REAR LATCH 7 LEVEL MOWER DECK Be sure deckis properly leveled for best mower performance FIG 5 See yo
8. arking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting Turn off blades when not mowing e Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute Mow only in daylight or good artificial fight Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck e Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up which can touch hot exhaust engine parts and burn Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build up to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage li SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tipover accidents which can result in severe injury or death Alf slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it DO Mow up and down slopes not across e Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc e Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass
9. can hide obstacles e Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability e Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction e Avoid starting or stopping on a slope if tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not mow near drop offs 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 it CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children
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11. ign support assembly pin with hole in drawbar and 5 ASSEMBLY hang assembly over the shoulder bolts E 3 Be sure support assembly is seated properly and secure with retainer spring supplied SHOULDER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY RETAINER x SPRING y ae x PIN FIG 1B 02532 FIG 2 3 CONTAINER ASSEMBLY See Fig 3 4 CONTAINER MOUNTING See Fig 4 1 Place bottom half inside of top half as shown 1 Install one container to left side first with warning to 2 Place one foot inside bottom half and lift top half to outside of unit Install another container to center meet bottom half position and one in right position 3 Press halves tightly together while lifting top to lock NOTE Right container should always overlap left container into place as shown at center supports IMPORTANT BEFORE LOCKING THE TABS HOOKED EDGES 2 Close cover and lock latch handles over center support ON BOTHHALVES MUST OVERLAP TO FORM SEAL AS SHOWN tubes IN INSET 4 Repeat for other containers CONTAINER BOTTOM HALF t NUl NN t COVER LATCH HANDLES CONTAINER WARNING CONTAINER TOP HALF CENTER SUPPORT TUBES PRESS TOGETHER TO FORM SEAL WHILE LIFTING TOP HALF TOP HALF CONTAINER WARNING CONTAINER HANDLE WARNING A l l Do notoperate mower unless contuineris properly installed Container is subject to wearand deterioration check bag frequently replace when cracked or damaged Use only
12. is Warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co D 817 WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 REPAIR PARTS GRASS CATCHER MODEL NUMBER 917 249850 REPAIR PARTS bE REPAIR PARTS KEY NO PART NO 69180 127533 139851 176741 18021008 130933 87175 19061216 7206J STD541810 STD551110 109808x 2029J 130760 130759 174345 71161010 132796 140809 GRASS CATCHER MODEL NUMBER 917 249850 DESCRIPTION Nut Crownlock 10 24 Screen Cover Cover Assembly Includes 3 37 38 39 Chute Upper Screw Special 10 14x1 2 Full Bagger Indicator Screw 10 24 x 1 1 8 Washer 3 16x3 4x16 Ga Spacer Split Nut Acorn 10 24 Washer lock 10 Latch Chute Nut Weld Latch Hook Rubber Latch Chute Lower Screw 10 24 x 5 8 Truss Head Spring Cover L H black Spacer Cover KEY NO PART NO 132983 4939M 179534 176997 165898 174083 176990 128600 127534 183286 129586 134637 130895 186601 71141008 74760536 177860 DESCRIPTION Spring Cover R H gray Spring Retainer Support Assembly Shoulder Bolt Spring Retainer Plug Tubing End Bagger Frame Pin Hinge Gasket Cover Container Top Container Bottom Seal Cover Latch Handle Cover Strip Reinforcement Screw 10 24 x 1 2 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 2 1 4 Own
13. ner f Install a new plastic lawn bag with the edges of the bag draped over upper lip of the container g Repeat for other containers h Reinstall containers making sure right container overlaps left container at center supports Close cover and secure latches over center support tubes e Avoid cutting wet grass or in the morning while the dew is still heavy Grass clippings collected under these conditions tend to be sticky and adhere to the walls of the flow path causing clogging Your bagger is equipped with a full bagger indicator Movement of the wheel increases as the bags fill The wheel will be spinning fastest just before the bags fill completely When the wheel stops it indicates that the bags are full and the chutes have become clogged NOTE To help prevent clogging of chutes check empty bags when the wheel is spinning fast Experience will teach you the best time to empty the bags Care should be taken not to damage the parts and that the wheel spins freely at the beginning of each use ifthe grass catcher fails to pick up cut grass or leaves it is an indication that clogging has occurred in the system or that the grass catcher containers are full Usually this is indicated by the stopped movement of the full bagger indicator a Disengage blades shift into neutral engage the parking brake and stop the engine Raise seat Untatch and raise cover Slide out containers and dispose of clippings
14. ortant safety precautions it means CAUTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED CAUTION Do not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose control of the tractor CAUTION Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor CAUTION In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up transporting adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug 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 problems you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest authorized service center department They have competent well trained technictans and the proper tools to service or repair this unit Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assembie and maintain your Grass Catcher properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES cccsscseceveccssssescestrsnsenseneeacs see 2 3 STORAGE s0csccsresennee seseteeusceianee A P E T 9 ASSEMBLY 00 0
15. ssccccseccccestesesassceccrsesttansessenseaccutnenes 5 7 WARRANT Y 0 ss0ssc0e0 seeducrneeanace P E 9 OPERATION A EE TEE T oikeaa 8 REPAIR PARTS ccsssscssssseccccssones Jescovaadeauasucunance 10 11 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ccccssessnesrecees 9 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 WEAR YOUR The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tractor and while mowing We recommend a wide vision safety THAN NO SIGHT mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses FORESIGHT IS BETTER UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY Remove all parts and packing materials from carton 1 9 16 Wrench e Check carton contents against list Be sure ail parts are there sH OULDER CARTON CONTENTS PPA 3 Container Tops 1 Support Assembly 3 Container Bottoms 1 Cover Assembly 1 Upper Chute 2 Shoulder Bolts 1 Lower Chute 1 Retainer Spring PARTS IDENTIFICA
16. ur tractors owner s manual for instructions 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 tong 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 e Always run throttle at full speed when bagging e Select a gear low enough to give good mower cutting performance good quality cut and good bagging performance NOTE It may be necessary to overlap width of cut to suit your conditions e If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice The first time relatively high the second time to desired height Use left hand side of mower for trimming Plastic trash bags can be inserted inside grass catcher containers for ease of debris disposal To remove the plastic trash bags when full a Disengage blades shift into neutral engage the parking brake and stop the engine b Raise seat Unlatch and raise cover c Remove one container at a time by grasping container handles and pulling toward the rear off of the tube rails d With the container resting on the ground close and secure the top of the plastic lawn bag e Tip the container on its side and slide the filled bag from the contai
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