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Husqvarna 968999211 / CZ48 Lawn Mower User Manual

1. H Husqvarna Operator Model And 968999211 CZ48 Parts Manual For 48 Inch Consumer Z Grass Catcher MANUAL NO 539108087 REV IR 1 02 03 SAFETY RULES A SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE ON MOWERS A 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 Read understand and follow all instruc tions in the manual and on the machine before starting Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine Clear the area of objects such as rocks stones toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blades Be sure the area is clear of all people and pets before mowing Stop the machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers or children even with blades off Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not direct it towards anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place Slow down before turning Never leave the machine unattended when the engine is running Always turn off the blades set the parking brake stop the engine and remove the key before leaving the machine Turn off blades when not mowing Stop engine before removing gr
2. COVER ASSEMBLY SUPPORT ASSEMBLY FIGURE 2 ASSEMBLY 3 CONTAINER ASSEMBLY See Figure 3 Place bottom half inside of top half as shown 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 N CONTAINER MOUNTING See Figure 4 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 NOTE Right container should always overlap left container at center supports IMPORTANT BEFORE LOCKING THE TABS 2 Close cover and lock latch handles over HOOKED EDGES ON BOTH HALVES MUST OVERLAP TO FORM SEAL AS SHOWN IN IN SET CONTAINER BOTTOM CONTAINER BOTTOM HALF PRESS TOGETHER TO FORM SEAL WHILE LIFTING TOP HALF TAB ASSEMBLY CHECK Squeeze sides of lower half of container and check that there is no gap be tween upper and lower halves If a gap appears unlock tabs to separate container halves and re peat instructions above FIGURE 3 center support tubes COVER LATCH HANDLES CONTAINER WARNING CENTER Cl SUPPORT TUBES Y CONTAINER HANDLE Ane DO NOT operate mower unless container is properly installed Container is subject to wear and deterioration check contain ers frequently replace when cracked or damaged Use only a recommended re placement container
3. 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 3 0 mil 30 gallon can be inserted inside grass catcher containers for ease of debris disposal To remove the plastic trash bags when full a Unlatch and raise cover b Remove one container at a time by grasp ing container handles and pulling toward the rear off of the tube rails c With the container resting on the ground close and secure the top of the plastic lawn bag d Tip the container on its side and slide the filled bag from the container e Install a new plastic lawn bag with the edges of the bag draped over upper lip of the Container for replacement bags refer to REPLACEMENT PARTS f Repeat for other containers g Reinstall containers making sure right con tainer overlaps left container at center sup ports h Close cover and secure latches over cen ter 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 dump bag indi cator As the bags become full the flow indi cating ball will drop down in its slot indicating that the bags are full or the chut
4. FIGURE 4 ASSEMBLY 6 LOWER CHUTE See Figure 5 Turn mower engine off Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position Place slot in lower chute over tab on mower deck and position lower chute over deck opening as shown Hook rear latch into flange hole on back of mower deck Hook front latch into tab hole on front of mower deck A CAUTION Before raising deflector shield turn mower engine off DO NOT remove deflector shield from mower Raise and hold shield when at taching lower chute and allow it to rest on chute while in operation DEFLECTOR SHIELD TAB LL ASA AC A AA REAR LATCH FIGURE 5 UPPER CHUTE See Figures 6A amp 6B 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 Push in and turn upper chute until it is in line with lower chute 4 Align the bosses on lower chute with align ment slots on upper chute with alignment slots on upper chute and slide together 5 Secure with rubber latch by hooking hole in latch over latch pin DUMP BAG UPPER INDICATOR CHUTE HANDLE FIGURE 6A ALIGNMENT SLOT LATCH PIN RUBBER LATCH BOSSES FIGURE 6B 7 LEVEL MOWER DECK Be sure deck is properly leveled for best mower performance See your mower operator s manual for ins
5. 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 recom mended 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 shown in the Operator s manual 3 SAFETY RULES A SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE ON MOWERS A A CAUTION Look for this symbol to point out impor tant safety precautions It means CAU TION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED A CAUTION In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up transporting adjusting or mak ing repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug N VARNING DO NOT tow any trailers etc with this mower They may jackknife or over turn causing damage to the mower and possi bly serious injury to the operator A warnine Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Cali fornia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm A warnine Battery posts terminals and related acces sories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals know to the State of California to cause cancer and birth def
6. plug ASSEMBLY 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 FENDER ae ENGINE GUARD a a BOLTS 3 8 HOLE REAR ENGINE GUARD N e S lt 3 8 HOLE N f f Y Ze ENGINE gt 3 F a GUARD a e BOLTS yy FIGURE 1A 3 Using the hardware shown attach the upper arms of the hitch to the rear fenders of the frame WASHER 5 16 WASHER _ NUT 5 16 NYLOC SPECIAL Se ASIA a Iy ss HITCH SY WASHER 5 16 4 AT 5 16 18 X 11 4 lt Y TR pa Di s AMT NER o a rs ce NA MS R gt SSL S SUS 4 i Sue OS i of FS OS 5 16 18 X 1 1 4 FIGURE 1B ae NUT 5 16 NYLOC r e s a A WASHER ee SPECIAL MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY TO SUPPORT ASSEMBLY See Figure 2 NOTE For ease of assembly you may wish to obtain the assistance of another person for mounting cover assembly to mower 1 Position cover assembly on ground behind mower as shown 2 Lift and rotate cover to align cover brackets with support assembly tubes 3 Slide cover assembly down onto the support tubes
7. 14 x 1 2 special ui 939108082 ne Dump bag indicator Doors 539108083 Tons Screw 10 24 x 1 1 8 AS 539108084 A Washer 3 16 x 3 4 x 16 Ga A 539108085 lo Spacer split gt SE 539108086 A Nut 10 24 acorn A 539107360 Ol eden Lockwasher PA 539108088 A Latch chute TZ mans 539108089 A Nut weld 1 praia 539108090 De tai Latch hook 14 539108091 e to Rubber latch O asas 539108092 Chute lower 16 539976952 Coen Screw 10 24 x 5 8 PA 539108093 Timan Spring cover L H black 18 ices 539108094 PAN NTE Spacer cover LIA 539108095 lesa Spring cover R H gray 20 soran 939108096 VAN Spring retainer Pa senor 539108097 er Plug tubing end LE asis 539108098 A Bagger frame o A 539108099 D ota Pin hinge 24 TEN 539108100 ais Gasket cover PI easi 539108101 De Container top 20 redan 539108102 D conta Container bottom OU A 539108103 A Seal cover 28 is 539108104 Zo Handle bagger cover 2O PA 539108105 A Strip reinforcement OU sima 532069180 14 Nut 10 24 crownlock not included with unit SEA 932104419 A Screw 10 24 x 1 2 not included with unit 32 isis 539106504 A Washer special A 539
8. 990692 A Washer 5 16 34 soon 539990627 names Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 OM cia 539108014 A Hitch DO surrade 539990717 A serna Nut 5 16 18 nyloc OF sa 539990546 ZE skdn Nut 3 8 16 centerloc e 539108154 Ze odos Wheel weight BO A 539108156 2 asta Strap AO 539990591 oe Bolt 3 8 16 x 4 1 2 15 H Husqvarna
9. and when backing look behind and down for small children e Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation e Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision IV SERVICE The operation of any mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your mower or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses 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 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 Never tamper with safety devices Check there proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris buildup 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
10. ass catcher or unclogging chute Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch out for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Use extra care when loading and unloading the machine onto a trailer or truck Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percent age 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 DO NOT operate mower with grass catcher unless the front weights are installed Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris buildup which can touch hot exhaust engine parts and burn Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause buildup to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over 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 Mow up and down slopes 10 Max not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a
11. ects or other re productive harm Wash hands after handling CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new Grass Catcher It has been designed engi neered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest au thorized 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 The instruc tions will enable you to assemble and maintain your Grass Catcher properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES NOTE To make debris disposal easier 30 gallon 3 0 mil plastic trash bags may be inserted in plastic grass containers KNOW YOUR GRASS CATCHER READ THIS OPERATION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR GRASS CATCHER Compare the illustra tions with the carton contents to familiarize your self with the parts before starting the assembly Study the operating instructions and safety pre cautions thoroughly to insure proper functioning of your Grass Catcher and to prevent injury to your self and others Save this manual for future refer ence Ano The operation of any mower 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 mower and while mowing We recommend a wide vision safety mask
12. ers leaves etc Store in a clean dry place e Clean unit thoroughly after each use BLADE CARE A CAUTION For best results mower blades must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades e See BLADE CARE instructions in your mow er operator s manual A CAUTION BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTE NANCE SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS Set parking brake Place motion control levers in NEU TRAL position Place clutch control in DISENGAGED position Turn ignition key to OFF position Make sure blades and all moving parts have completely stopped Do not leave grass in bagger containers Empty containers after each use and be fore storing Failure to do so may result in spontaneous combustion which could de velop into a fire Disconnect spark plug wire s from spark plug s and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug A CAUTION Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check compo nents and replace with manufacturer s rec ommended parts when necessary 12 PARTS ILLUSTRATION PARTS ITEM PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION da 539108078 ade Screen cover Ds 539108079 estas Cover O iria 539108141 des Chute upper ee 539108081 tens Screw 410
13. es have be come clogged Care should be taken not to dam age the parts and that the ball moves freely at the beginning of each use If the grass catcher fails to pick up cut grass or leaves it is an indication that clogging has oc curred in the system or that the grass catcher containers are full a Disengage blades place motion control levers in neutral position 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 chute Reassemble and latch chutes c Check to insure dump bag indicator has not become 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 be fore leaving mower seat to empty con tainers unclogging chutes etc Close cover before starting Disengage mower blades 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 11 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS STORAGE Always observe safety rules when performing any When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of maintenance time clean it thoroughly remove all dirt grass e Before each use check for loose fasten
14. for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES purao nea tonle 2 4 CARTON CONTENTS unes 6 ASSEMBLY PPP 7 10 OPERATION aran paran 11 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 12 STORAGE said topes 12 A nns okbenelkarkptesststoled 14 15 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS CARTON CONTENTS e Remove all parts and packing materials 3 Container Tops 2 Straps from carton 3 Container Bottoms 4 Bolts 3 8 16 x 4 1 2 e Check carton contents against list Be sure 1 Upper Chute 4 Nuts 3 8 16 centerlock all parts are there 1 Lower Chute 2 Bolts 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 1 Catcher Mount 4 Washers 5 16 flat TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY 1 Cover Assembly 2 Washers support 2 1 2 Wrenches 2 Front Weights 2 Nuts 5 16 18 nyloc 1 9 16 Wrench 1 9 16 Socket wrench PARTS IDENTIFICATION COVER ASSEMBLY DUMP BAG INDICATOR CHUTE LATCH UPPER CHUTE GRASS CATCHER 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 mower in the operator s position AA cauno BEFORE ASSEMBLING GRASS CATCHER TO MOWER Set parking brake Place motion control levers in NEUTRAL position Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped e Turn ignition key OFF and remove key e Disconnect spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with
15. low speed so that you will not have to stop while on the slope 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 Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope 2003 Husqvarna All Rights Reserved Beatrice NE Printed in U S A SAFETY RULES A SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE ON MOWERS A DO NOT e Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible e 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 e Do not mow on wet grass Reduced trac tion could cause sliding e Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground e Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes lll 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 e NEVER allow children to operate the machine e Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another respon sible adult e Be alert and turn off the machine if children enter the area e Before
16. tructions 9 ASSEMBLY 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 A CAUTION DO NOT operate mower with grass catcher unless the front weights are installed 539990546 NUT 3 8 16 CENTERLOC 539108154 WHEEL WEIGHT 539990546 NUT 3 8 16 CENTERLOC pio Xx TR a 539108156 STRAP A D Ke w i i f MENS a N Nu ALA a A yY Aoo d b fr a 539990591 N NE BOLT 3 8 16 X 4 1 2 UM SEM fi Do lt A mM Ly ey oe R en ae S Pe we Pa r i E 3 539990591 pi i BOLT 3 8 16 X 4 1 2 539990591 j BOLT 3 8 16 X 4 1 2 4 FIGURE 8 10 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 regu lar use of your grass catcher e Always run throttle at full speed when bagging e Select a speed low enough to give good mower cutting performance good quality cut and good bagging performance NOTE

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