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- Page 1 Operator And Parts Manual MANUAL NO. (539) 113943 REV. 01 (02/15/07) Grass Catcher 48 Inch and 54 Inch Model: 968999515 - 48”/54”...
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Page 2: 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. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand and follow all instruc- tions in the manual and on the machine before starting. - Page 3 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 ditch, or if an edge caves in.
- Page 4 SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS CAUTION Look for this symbol to point out impor- tant safety precautions. It means CAU- TION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. 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.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
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. -
Page 6: Carton Contents
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS • Remove all parts and packing materials from carton. • Check carton contents against list. Be sure all parts are there. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY (2) 1/2" Wrenches (1) 9/16" Wrench (1) 9/16" Socket wrench PARTS IDENTIFICATION COVER ASSEMBLY GRASS CATCHER... -
Page 7: Assembly
BAGGER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (See Figures 1A and 1B) 1. Remove rear engine guard (if installed) by removing the six bolts that attach the guard to the frame. 2. Place hitch Part No. 539113090 on the rear of the mower. ENGINE GUARD BOLTS REAR ENGINE GUARD... - Page 8 CONTAINER ASSEMBLY (See Figure 3) 1. Place bottom half inside of top half, as shown. 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 LOCKING THE TABS, HOOKED EDGES ON BOTH HALVES MUST OVERLAP TO FORM SEAL AS SHOWN IN IN-...
- Page 9 LOWER CHUTE (See Figure 5) 1. Turn mower engine off. 2. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 3. Place slot in lower chute over tab on mower deck and position lower chute over deck opening as shown. 4. Hook rear latch into flange hole on back of mower deck.
- Page 10 FRONT WEIGHTS (See Figure 8) CAUTION DO NOT operate mower with grass catcher, unless the front weights are installed. 1. Remove foot rest from the front of the mower. 2. Remove the two (2) front bolts that secure the caster casting to the sides of the frame. 3.
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Page 11: Operation
TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING OPERATION: Follow the mower operation instructions in your 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. -
Page 12: Customer Responsibilities
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. •... - Page 13 PARTS ILLUSTRATION...
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Page 14: Parts
PARTS... - Page 15 ITEM PART NO. QTY. 1 ... 532 192709 ... 1 ... Screen, cover 2 ... 532 195373 ... 1 ... Cover 3 ... 539 108141 ... 1 ... Chute, upper, 4 ... 539 108081 ... 1 ... Screw, #10-14 x 1/2, special 5 ...
- Page 16 PARTS...
- Page 17 PARTS ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 1 ... 539 990598 ... 4 ... Washer, 1/4 2 ... 539 107899 ... 4 ... HCS, 5/16-18 x 3/4, Gr8 3 ... 539 113090 ... 1 ... Rear Collection Hitch 4 ... 539 113177 ... 1 ... Weight, Cast 5 ...