Snapper 1690229 Operator's Manual page 8

Operation & Care
EMPTY THE GRASS CATCHER
A WARNING
Before emptying grass catcher, always stop tractor,
disengage mower PTO drive, apply parking brake,
stop engine and remove key.
To empty the grass catcher, pull up on cover to unsnap
clips. Remove cover and set it aside. Then lift grass bag
assembly off hanger, folding bag back as necessary to
clear discharge tube. Turn bag assembly over to empty it
and then reinstall it on hanger. Tap cover a few times to
remove any material on the inside. Then place cover back
over bag assembly and push it firmly to lock clips to bag
frame.
AFTER EACH USE
After each use, empty the grass catcher as described
above. If the bag is wet, dry it. Store the grass catcher on
or off the tractor in a dry, enclosed area.
A WARNING
Never operate on slopes greater than 30 percent
(16.7°) which is a rise of three feet vertically in 10
feet horizontally.
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WARNING
When mowing with the grass catcher, always use
the front counterweight.
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CAUTION
Do not allow gasoline or other petroleum products
to come in contact with the plastic grass discharge
tube. These products will cause the tube to become
brittle and crack.
OFF-SEASON STORAGE
To protect your grass catcher, store it in an enclosed dry
area. If stored in a garage, keep the bag assembly on a
shelf or hang it on a wall where the bag will not come in
contact with water or melted snow. Store the cover and
grass discharge tube in a similar manner to prevent
breakage. Clean the unit to remove all grass and dirt.
Coat all bare metal surfaces with paint or a light coat of
oil to prevent rusting.
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WARNING
When operating on slopes that are greater than 15
percent (8.5°) but less than 30 percent use rear
wheel weights (see your dealer). Use slow ground
speeds. Mow up and down the face of slopes and
never across the fact. Use caution when changing
directions and DO NOT STOP OR START.
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