OW N E R ’ S M A N U A L M o d e l N o . C42C 42 Inch Mower Grass Catcher • Assembly • Operation •...
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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 • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.
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.
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.
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BAG OF PARTS CONTENTS (continued) GROUP "D" LOWER CHUTE ASSEMBLY (2) Screw #10 x 5/8 MOWER DECK (2) Washer 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. GROUP "E" CHUTE LATCH ASSEMBLY (1) Screw #10 x 1-1/8 UPPER CHUTE GROUP "F " CHUTE LATCH ASSEMBLY...
PARTS IDENTIFICATION n le ra ti IN G ri o ly a e ti e ra te t to je c s u b c k e c ra GRASS CATCHER CONTAINERS 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.
REAR MOUNTING BRACKET (See Figs. 1A, 1B & 1C) 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 "A" and disregard the remaining Step 1 instructions.
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MOUNTING TO TRACTOR (See Fig. 4) Use Hardware - - GROUP "C" 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.
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LOWER CHUTE (See Figs. 6A & 6B) Use Hardware - - GROUP "D" 1. Press weld nut into rubber latch and install two latch hook assemblies to lower chute using screw, washer, and lock washer nut as shown. 2. Tighten hardware securely. 3.
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CHUTE LATCH ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 7) Use Hardware - - GROUP "E & F" 1. 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. SCREW #10 x 1-1/8"...
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.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. • 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.
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REPAIR PARTS / PIÈCES DE RECHANGE GRASS CATCHER - - MODEL NUMBER C42C / RAMASSE-HERBE - - NUMÉRO DE MODÈLE C42C PRODUCT NUMBER 954 04 03-02 / NUMÉRO DE PRODUIT 954 04 03-02 26 25...
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REPAIR PARTS / PIÈCES DE RECHANGE GRASS CATCHER - - MODEL NUMBER C42C / RAMASSE-HERBE - - NUMÉRO DE MODÈLE C42C PRODUCT NUMBER 954 04 03-02 / NUMÉRO DE PRODUIT 954 04 03-02 PART DESCRIPTION 53269180 Nut, Crownlock #10-24 532127533...