Poulan 140603 Lawn Mower Accessory User Manual
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1. 0c pn 25 we 41 lt 31 30 gt 22 26 25 D 1 7 REPAIR PARTS PIECES DE RECHANGE GRASS CATCHER MODEL NUMBER C38D RAMASSE HERBE NUM RO DE MOD LE C38D PRODUCT NUMBER 954 14 00 50 NUM RO DE PRODUIT 954 14 00 50 KEY PART NO 2 3 4 NOOO NO 532069180 532127533 532171061 532139569 818021008 532140572 532087175 819061216 532007206 532060867 810071000 532109808 532125004 874930620 819131616 873930600 532131970 532135651 871081010 532132796 DESCRIPTION Nut Crownlock 10 24 Screen Cover Cover Asm Incl 3 38 39 Chute Upper Screw Special Dump Bag Indicator Screw 10 24 x 1 1 8 Washer 3 16x3 4x16 Ga Spacer Split Nut Acorn 10 24 Washer lock Latch Chute Nut Weld Bolt Hex 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Washer 13 32x1x16 Ga Locknut 3 8 16 Chute Lower Wingnut 3 8 16 Screw 10 24 x 5 8 Spring Cover L H black DESCRIPTION Ecrou auto serrant 10 24 Grillage de couvercle Couvercle Ens Y combris 3 38 39 Glissi re sup rieure Vis sp ciale Indicateur de sac de d chargement Vis 10 24 x 1 1 8 Rondelle 3 16x3 4x16 Ja Entretoise fendue Ecrou borgne 10 24 Rondelle frein Loquet de glissi re Axe du loquet Boulon H 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Rondelle 13 32x1x16 Ja Ecrou frein 3 8 16 Glissi re inf rieure Ecrou oreilles 3 8 16 Vis 10 24 x 5 8 Ressort de couvercle C G KEY PART NO 22 232. OWNER S MANUAL Model No C38D Product No 954 14 00 50 38 Inch Mower Grass Catcher Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Repair Parts 140603 Rev 6 8 19 03 rad Printed in U S A SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Mowers A 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 e 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 e Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade e sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers e Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing e 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 e Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting Turn off blades when not mowing e Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute e Mow
3. is correct for your tractor check to see if there are 2 two upper corner ribs on each side of drawbar If your tractor has the upper corner ribs use the 4 four self tapping shoulder bolts If your tractor does not have the corner ribs use the set of 4 four bolts and locknuts SELF TAPPING SHOULDER BOLTS See Fig 2B 1 Using the four formed holes in the drawbar install the four shoulder bolts as shown and tighten securely 2 Hangthemounting bracket lancedtabs towards bottom on the bolts UPPER CORNER RIBS UPPER CORNER RIBS SELF TAPPING SHOULDER BOLTS LANCED TABS TOWARD BOTTOM FIG 2B BOLTS AND LOCKNUTS See Fig 2C IMPORTANT ON TRACTORS WITH FUEL TANK UNDER THE SEAT THEDRAWBAR MUST BEREMOVED FOR INSTALLATION OF MOUNTING BRACKET TO REMOVE DRAWBAR REMOVE TWO HEX BOLTS ON BOTH SIDES OF DRAWBAR 1 Assemble the mounting bracket lanced tabs towards bottom using the four smaller inside holes on the drawbar NOTE If your tractor drawbar does not have the four correct holes for mounting the bracket refer to the PREPARATION section of this manual 2 Install the four bolts and locknuts as shown and tighten securely 3 If drawbar was removed from tractor reassemble to tractor at this time Tighten securely LOCKNUTS DRAWBAR MOUNTING BOLTS BOTH SIDES LANCED TABS TOWARD BOTTOM FIG 2C COVER SEAL See Fig 3 No hardware required 1 Align mark on seal with mark at cover o
4. Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation e Keepchildren 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 Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not across e Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc e Watchforholes ruts or bumps 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 e Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope e f machine stops while going uphill disengage blades shift into reverse and back down slowly Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Look for this symbol to point out important 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 dan
5. air passage hole must be clear of debris Gently inserta smalltwig or wire into passageway to clear 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 Always observe safety rules when performing any main When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of time tenance clean itthoroughly remove all dirt grass leaves etc Store in a clean dry place e Before each use check for loose fasteners e Clean unit thoroughly after each use CAUTION Donotleave grass in bagger containers Empty containers after each 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 See BLADE CARE instructions in your tractor owner s manual CAUTION BEFORE PERFORMING ANY 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
6. mower deck baffle If your mower deck baffle does 1 Ruler 2 1 2 Wrench not have a hole drill a 13 32 hole as shown 1 Drill Motor 1 9 16 Wrench NOTE Toassistin proper hole location there is atemplate 1 1 9 32 Drill Bit in the back of this manual that may be used A socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed 1 TRIM DEFLECTOR SHIELD See Fig 11 On some model tractors it may be necessary to trim the bottom corner of the deflector shield If your deflector shield is not trimmed use heavy shears or a hand saw to cut off corner as shown NOTE To assist in proper cut off there is a template in the back of this manual that may be used DEFLECTOR SHIELD DEFLECTOR SHIELD 1 1 2 d CUT LINE DRILL HOLE FIG 12 FIG 11 13 PREPARATION 3 DRILL 4 HOLE BOLT PATTERN See Figs 13 14 amp 15 On some model tractors it may be necessary to drill new holes in drawbar for the mounting bracket To determine if you need to drill holes in your drawbar closely look at the illustration below 1 1 8 mn ne 2 1 4 s ss 3 3 8 1 7 16 Your drawbar may or may not have some or all of the holes shown Forthe assembly of your new grass catcher only the five holes dimensioned will be used If your drawbar does not have the five holes in the correct positions continue with this section 1 Remove the drawbar by removing the
7. only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs e 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 involvedin 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 Il SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tipover accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it DO e Mow up and down slopes not across e Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc e Watchforholes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles e Useslow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Followthe manufacturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability 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 tract
8. two mounting bolts on each side Keep hardware for remounting NOTE If your tractor has a wire loop mounted to the draw bar remove it at this time FIG 13 DRAWBAR WIRE LOOP Not on all models DRAWBAR MOUNTING BOLTS both sides 14 2 Place the drawbar in a vice or similar locking device 3 Cut out the 4 hole bolt pattern template from the back of this manual 4 Align top and right edge of template and drawbar 5 Tape in position 6 Mark and drill hole 1 only using a 11 32 drill bit 7 Assemble mounting bracket to drilled hole in drawbar with one hex bolt and nut from hardware group B NOTE Mounting bracket must be assembled with lanced tabs to bottom as shown HEX BOLT AND NUT DRAWBAR MOUNTING BRACKET WIRE LOOP MOUNTING HOLE drill 9 32 if necessary LANCED TABS TO BOTTOM PARALLEL FIG 15 8 Align bracket so it is parallel with right edge of drawbar and tighten securely Holes in bracket should line up with remaining holes in template 9 Using bracket as a template drill remaining three 3 11 32 mounting holes NOTE If your tractor is equipped with a wire loop drill new mounting hole as shown if necessary 10 For ease of assembly mounting bracket should be assembled at this time refer to REAR MOUNTING BRACKET in ASSEMBLY section of this manual 11 Remount drawbar to tractor using hardware previously removed N
9. 24 25 26 27 28 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 38 39 40 41 NO 532133235 532132983 532126813 873800500 532124670 874760512 532170053 532131137 532174083 532126919 532128600 532127534 532183286 532129586 532130895 532155042 872110506 532170165 532140603 Electrolux DESCRIPTION Spacer Cover Spring Cover R H gray Post Support Locknut 5 16 x 18 Spring Retainer Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 3 4 Bracket Mounting Pin Support Post Plug Tubing End Bagger Frame Pin Hinge Gasket Cover Container Top Container Bottom Latch Handle Cover Strip Reinforcement DESCRIPTION Entretoise de couvercle Ressort de couvercle C D Poteau de soutien crou frein 5 16 x 18 Ressort de retenue Boulon H 5 16 18 x 3 4 Support de montage Goupille du poteau de soutien Chapeau de l extr mit de tuyau Cadre de ramasse herbe Goupille de charni re Garniture de couvercle Conteneur sup rieur Conteneur inf rieur Poign e de loquet de couvercle Bande Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 3 4 Boulon de chariot Shoulder Bolt Hex Self Tapping Owner s Manual Boulon 5 16 18 x 1 2 Manuel du prori taire
10. 4 Locknut 5 16 18 4 Shoulder Bolt Self Tapping SUPPORT TO QUO O TO CONTAINER SUPPORT 3 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 3 4 3 Locknut 5 16 18 SUPPORT POST TO MOUNTING BRACKET LOWER CHUTE ASSEMBLY LATCH ASSEMBLY CHUTE LATCH ASSEMBLY BAG OF PARTS CONTENTS continued 1 Bracket Support Pin Il 1 Retainer Spring 3 Tubing End Caps 1 Wing Nut 1 Screw 10 x 1 1 8 1 Spacer Split 10 2 Washer 3 16 x 3 4 x 16 Ga 1 Nut Acorn 10 GROUP G CD 1 Rubber Latch dum G Co d 1 Screw 10 x 5 8 1 Washer Lock 10 1 Washer 3 16 x 3 4 x 16 Ga 1 Nut Weld 10 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 care fully at the mower deck on your tractor and compare the deck mandrel to the illustrations below If your mower deck mandrel looks like STYLE A your tractor is ready proceed with the grass catcher assembly If your mower deck mandrel looks like STYLE B go to the PREPARATION section in this manual DECK MANDREL STYLE A DECK MANDREL STYLE B lt GRASS CATCHER CONTAINERS CHUTE LATCH LOWER CHUTE ATTACHING LOWER CHUTE WING NUT 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 3 8 Wrench 1 D
11. D 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 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 e Use left hand side of mower for trimming e 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 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 Tipthe container on its side and slide the filled bag from the container f Install a new plastic lawn bag with the edges of the bag draped over u
12. OTE Failure to reconnect the wire loop connection will result in not being able to start tractor PROCEED WITH ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS IN THE FRONT OF THIS MANUAL DEFLECTOR TRIM TEMPLATE USETRIANGLE ABOVE FOR A GUIDETOTRIMMING YOUR DEFLECTOR SHIELD CUT OUT SHADED AREA AND PLACE ON INSIDE BOTTOM EDGE OF DEFLECTOR TRIM DEFLECTOR ALONG DOTTED LINE USING EITHER HEAVY SHEARS OR A HAND MOWER DECK BAFFLE DRILL TEMPLATE TOP EDGE IO0 2 al USE TEMPLATE ABOVE FOR A GUIDE TO DRILLING YOUR MOWER DECK BAFFLE CUT OUT SHADED AREA AND ALIGN WITH TOP AND RIGHT EDGE OF BAFFLE DRILL A 13 32 HOLE AT SPECIFIED LOCATION NOTES USE 11 32 DRILL BIT N 1 CUT OUT TEMPLATE d N Dd USE THIS SLOT TO AID bh IN POSITIONING TEMPLATE Pr y 4 HOLE 1 Y E d d 1 E 7 1 u 1 2 ALIGN TOP AND RIGHT EDGE WIRE LOOP HOLE OF TEMPLATE AND DRAWBAR USE 9 32 DRILL BIT gt 3 TAPE IN POSITION 77 4 MARK AND DRILL HOLE 1 WIRE LOOP HOLE 5 ASSEMBLE MOUNTING BRACKET E A TO DRAWBAR USE BRACKET AS x TEMPLATE FOR REMAINING HOLES xs ss NOTES NOTES REPAIR PARTS PIECES DE RECHANGE GRASS CATCHER MODEL NUMBER C38D RAMASSE HERBE NUM RO DE MOD LE C38D PRODUCT NUMBER 954 14 00 50 NUM RO DE PRODUIT 954 14 00 50
13. 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 plug 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 12 PREPARATION CAUTION BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH PREPARATION OF TRACTOR Depress clutch brake pedal fully and set parking brake Place gearshift motion control lever in neutral N 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 NOTE ON SOME MODEL TRACTORS MINOR MODIFICATIONS MAY BE NECESSARY TO MOUNT YOUR NEW GRASS CATCHER NOT ALL MODEL TRACTORS WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING MODIFICATIONS CHECK EACH STEP CAREFULLY TO DETERMINE IF MODIFICATION IS REQUIRED ONCE YOUR MODEL TRACTOR CONFORMS TO THIS SECTION PROCEED TO ASSEMBLY To Prepare your Grass Catcher you may need 2 DRILL HOLE IN DECK BAFFLE 1 Heavy Shears 1 11 32 Drill Bit See Fig 12 or 1 13 32 Drill Bit On some model tractors it may be necessary to drill a hole 1 Hand Saw 2 7 16 Wrench in the
14. discharge guard from mower Raise and hold guard when attaching lower chute and allow it to rest on chute while in operation DEFLECTOR SHIELD WASHER MOWER DECK BAFFLE HEX BOLT FIG 8 WING NUT e CHUTE LATCH ASSEMBLY See Fig 9 Use Hardware GROUPS F amp G Assemble latch pin to upper chute as shown 2 Press weld nut into rubber latch and assemble rubber latch to lower chute as shown 3 Tighten all hardware securely DUMP BAG HANDLE UPPER INDICATOR WASHERS 10 x 1 1 8 SCREW 3 16 x 3 4 x 16 Ga ACORN NUT RUBBER UPPER CHUTE LATCH 10 x 5 8 Nr SCREW LOWER CHUTE WASHER 3 16 x 3 4 x 16 Ga i FIG 10A FIG 9 ALIGNMENT SLOTS LATCH PIN 1 0 UPPER CHUTE See Figs 10A amp 10B No hardware required 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 Pushinandturn upper chute until it is in line with lower chute 4 Align the bosses on lower chute with alignment slots on upper chute and slide together 5 Secure with rubber latch by hooking hole in latch over latch pin RUBBER BOSSES FIG 10B 1 LEVEL MOWER DECK No hardware required Be sure deck is properly leveled for best mower performance See your tractors owner s manual for instructions 10 OPERATION TIPS FOR IMPROVE
15. gerous 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 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 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 Always observe the SAFETY RULES TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES inanan 2 3 BAG OF PARTS is a aaa aaa uuu sswawussuwaswwaaaqukaaaawaqa 4 5 ASSENBLY u I onere nnn inte lin n inane rae ornnes 6 OPERATION cernere ine ncn tania nnne ina iaa 11 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 12 STORAGE io ii 12 PREPARATION eere 13 14 KNOW YOUR GRASS CATCHER READTHIS 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 St
16. ion disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope DO NOT 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 II 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 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 Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allo
17. pening 2 Work seal into opening so cover sits between flanges of seal ALIGNMENT MARKS SUPPORT POST See Fig 4 4 Use Hardware GROUP C CAUTION Container support is spring loaded and locked to the cover Handle cover assembly carefully so as not to unlatch the cover from the container support i Rotate cover assembly onto its side as shown 2 Assemble support post to container support with the three 3 carriage bolts and locknuts Tighten securely CARRIAGE BOLTS SUPPORT POST FIG 4 MOUNTING TO TRACTOR See Fig 5 Use Hardware GROUP 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 Allow assembly to rest on lanced tabs of mounting bracket 3 Line up holes in mounting bracket with holes in support post andinsert bracket support pin Secure with retainer spring 4 Unlatch and open cover 5 Install the three 3 tubing end caps onto container support 6 Tap each end cap onto container support tubes to seat securely BRACKET SUPPORT PIN COVER ASSEMBLY RETAINER SPRING END CAP SUPPORT POST LANCEDTABS MOUNTING BRACKET FIG 5 CONTAINER ASSEMBLY See Fig 6 No hardware required 1 Place bottom half inside of top half as sho
18. pper lip of the container g Repeat for other containers h Reinstall containers making sure right container overlaps left container at center supports j Close cover and secure latches over center support tubes 11 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 dump bag indicator As the bags become full the flow indicating ball will drop down in its slot indicating that the bags are full or the chutes have become clogged Care should be taken not to damage the parts and that the ball moves freely at the beginning of each use NOTE To help prevent clogging of chutes check empty bags when ball begins to drop down in the slot Experience will teach you the best time to empty the bags e the 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 a Disengage blades shift into neutral engage the parking brake and stop the engine Raise seat Unlatch and raise cover Slide out containers and dispose of clippings Replace containers close cover and latch b Unlatch chutes and check for clogging Remove all debris in chutes Reassemble and latch chutes c Checktoinsure dump bag indicator has not become clogged The
19. rive Ratchet THESE ARE THE TOOLS YOU WILL NEED TO iene 1 3 or longer Extension ASSEMBLE YOUR GRASS CATCHER 2 10 Wrenches s ua 1 2 Socket Phillips Screwdriver CAUTION BEFORE ASSEMBLING GRASS CATCHER TO TRACTOR Depress clutch brake pedal fully and set parking brake Place gearshift motion control lever in neutral N 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 1 MOWER DECK BAFFLE See Fig 1 Use Hardware GROUP A 1 Raise your tractor mower deck to its highest position 2 Install the hex bolt and locknut through mower deck baffle and tighten securely HEX BOLT LOCKNUT REAR MOUNTING BRACKET See Figs 2A 2B amp 2C NOTE If your tractor already has four 4 shoulder bolts installed on the rear drawbar simply hang the mounting bracket lanced tabs towards bottom on the bolts Discard hardware group B and disregard the remaining Step 2 instructions LS 2 6 SHOULDER MS BOLTS LANCED TABS TOWARD BOTTOM FIG 2A Ifyour tractor does not have four 4 shoulder bolts installed on the drawbar follow the instructions below Use Hardware GROUP B Only one set of hardware in GROUP B will be used to mount the rear mounting bracket To determine which set
20. udy 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 eae While mowing We recommend wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety THAN NO SIGHT glasses UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS CARTON CONTENTS Remove all parts and packing materials from carton 2 Container Tops 1 Mounting Bracket e Foldflapstoinside of carton and turn carton upsidedown 2 Container Bottoms 1 Cover Assembly on floor of work area To protect grass catcher cover during assembly place cover upsid down on overturned 1 Upper Chute 1 Cover Seal carton 1 Lower Chute 1 Bag of Parts e Check carton contents against list Be sure all parts 1 Support Post 1 Owner s Manual are there NOTE For ease of assembly aside of your work area lay out all hardware in the following groups Each step of the as sembly instructions will identify the group needed for that step BAG OF PARTS CONTENTS ASSEMBLY HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE LOCATION GROUP A DECK DECK BAFFLE 1 Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 3 8 16 REAR MOUNTING BRACKET TO DRAW BAR 4 Bolt 5 16 18x 3 4
21. w 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 Checktheir 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 andinspectthe 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 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 sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area e Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off e Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing e
22. wn 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 IMPORTANT BEFORE LOCKINGTHETABS HOOKED EDGES ON vea HALVES MUST OVERLAPTO FORM SEALAS SHOWN IN INSET 4 Repeat for second container CONTAINER BOTTOM HALF CONTAINER TOP HALF PRESS TOGETHER eum CES TOP HALF TOP HALF CONTAINER BOTTOM HALF LOCKING TAB FIG 6 ASSEMBLY CHECK Squeeze sides of lower half of con tainer and check that there is no gap between upper and lower halves If a gap appears unlock tabs to separate container halves and repeat instructions above 7 CONTAINER MOUNTING See Fig 7 No hardware required 1 Install one container to left side first with warning to outside of unit Install other container to right side NOTE Right container should always overlap left container at center support 2 Close cover and lock latch handle over center support tube COVER LATCH HANDLE CONTAINER WARNING CONTAINER HANDLE ll d CONTAINER WARNING LOWER CHUTE See Fig 8 Use Hardware GROUP E 1 Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position 2 Slide back edge of chute over rear corner of mower deck and pivot forward 3 Align slot in lower chute with hex bolt in mower deck baffle and close chute over deck openning 4 Secure with washer and wing nut CAUTION Do not remove
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