Page 2 - CONTENTS; KNOW YOUR GRASS CATCHER; WARNING
CONTENTS 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 problem you cannot easily remedy, contact the nearest authorized service center/ department. They ...
Page 3 - SAFETY RULES; SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS; DO NOT; SLOPE OPERATION; Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and; Tall grass can hide
4 SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS 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. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand and follow all ins...
Page 4 - CHILDREN; Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to; SERVICE; In order to prevent accidental starting
5 SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS DO NOT • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. • 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 dit...
Page 5 - • Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an
6 SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS • 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 ...
Page 6 - UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS; • Remove all parts and packing materials from; TOOLS REQUIRED; Drill; PARTS IDENTIFICATION; CONTAINER CONTENTS; - Mounting Hardware; seated on the mower in the operator’s position.; CAUTION
7 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS • Remove all parts and packing materials from carton.Check carton contents against list. Be sure all • parts are there. TOOLS REQUIRED • ½" Wrench (2) • 9 / 16 " Wrench (2) • 7 / 16 " Wrench (2) • Ft/Lbs Torque Wrench • Drill • ¼" and 5 / 16 " Drill Bits ...
Page 7 - ASSEMBLY; INSTALL PLATE AND HANGER; For ease of assembly, you may wish assistance from; INSTALLING SPACER PLUG; Depending on model, rear guard hole may
8 ASSEMBLY 1 INSTALL PLATE AND HANGER Cover Assembly Frame Bracket 2 MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY TO SUPPORT ASSEMBLY Hanger For ease of assembly, you may wish assistance from another person for mounting the cover assembly to mower. Position cover assembly on the ground behind the 1. mower.Lift and rotat...
Page 8 - CONTAINER INSTALLATION; Install containers on support frame, overlapping; LOWER CHUTE INSTALLATION
9 ASSEMBLY 4 CONTAINER INSTALLATION Install containers on support frame, overlapping 1. containers at center tube. Note: One container should always overlap the other container at the center tube.Close cover and lock latch handle over support 2. tubes. Support Frame Latch Handle WARNING! DO NOT oper...
Page 9 - UPPER CHUTE INSTALLATION; Before continuing to Step 7, locate the seal
10 ASSEMBLY With ¼" drill bit, add a new hole 4¾" inches from 1. the top of the chute, down along the side seam.Attach bungee latch assembly from kit. 2. 6 UPPER CHUTE INSTALLATION Before continuing to Step 7, locate the seal fastening kit (packed separately) and install the top cover gromme...
Page 10 - CHUTE / HOOD INSTALLATION; Push upper chute through the gasketed opening in; LEVELING MOWER DECK; Be sure deck is properly leveled for best mower
11 ASSEMBLY 7 CHUTE / HOOD INSTALLATION Push upper chute through the gasketed opening in 1. the cover assembly.Rotate chute so the chute opening is downwards 2. toward the container bags. Hood Inlet 8 LEVELING MOWER DECK Be sure deck is properly leveled for best mower performance. See your mower ope...
Page 11 - OPERATION; IMPROVED BAGGING TIPS; NOTE: It may be necessary to overlap width of
12 OPERATION IMPROVED BAGGING TIPS Follow the mower operation instructions in the mower operator’s manual.When using the grass catcher on a lawn where grass and leaf bagging equipment has not been used, thatch and debris that has accumulated for long periods of time will be picked up. The amount col...
Page 12 - CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; Always observe safety rules when performing any; STORAGE; When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of
13 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. • Before each use check for loose fasteners.• Clean unit thoroughly after each use. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. • See BLA...
Page 13 - PARTS
14 PARTS 1 3 7 4 5 8 18 11 14 15 16 10 17 12 6 2 20 5 20 19 9 13 20
Page 14 - DESCRIPTION
15 PARTS ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION NOTE: ALL FASTENERS ARE GRADE 5 UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. 539 111139 1.. ....1 .... COVER ASSM, COMPLETE INCLUDES ITEMS 2-4 532 127533 2.. ....1 .... SCREEN, COVER 532 155042 3.. ....1 .... STRIP, REINFORCEMENT 532 130895 4.. ....
Page 16 - LOCK
17 PARTS ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 525 497001 1.. ....1 .... CHUTE, UPPER 532 405455 2.. ....1 .... CHUTE, LOWER 539 108082 3.. ....1 .... INDICATOR, BAG DUMP 522 854702 4.. ....1 .... BRACKET, HANGER 539 108089 5.. ....3 .... NUT #10-24 WELD PLATED 539 108194 6.....
Page 17 - HEX HEAD CAP SCREWS; Metric Standard Hardware; TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
HEX HEAD CAP SCREWS The torque values shown should be used as a general guideline when specific torque values are not given. U.S. Standard Hardware Grade SAE Grade 5 SAE Grade 8 Flangelock Screw w/Flangelock Nut ft./lbs Nm ft./lbs Nm ft./lbs Nm ft./lbs ¼ 9 12 13 18 5 / 16 18 24 28 38 24 33 3 / 8 31 ...