This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new grass collector. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain it. Please read and understand what it says. Before you start to assemble this attachment, please locate the model plate and copy the information from it in this Operator’s Manual for future reference.
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
29. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact an authorized MTD Service Dealer for assistance. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents which can result in severe injury or death.
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If the blades do not stop within the this time frame, your unit should be serviced professionally by an authorized MTD Service Dealer. 4. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear during normal operation.
SECTION 2: TO THE OWNER Model 842 Triple Rear Bagger Kit is a grass collection system designed for use on FastAttach Tractors equipped with a 54-inch cutting deck only. The instructions in this manual are divided into sections. Carefully read all sections and study the illustrations to ensure proper installation and usage of this attachment.
SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY WARNING: Before beginning installation, place the tractor on a firm and level surface. Place the PTO in the disengaged (OFF) position, stop the tractor engine and set the parking brake. Hitch Plate Shoulder Bolt Mounting The Bracket Assembly •...
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WARNING: Cutting blades are sharp. Always protect hands by wearing heavy leather work gloves to grasp blades. • Remove the cutting deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to DECK REMOVAL in the MAINTENANCE section of your tractor’s Operator’s Manual for detailed instructions) then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside.
• Insert the upper end of the chute tube into the hole in the cover assembly, then insert the extension tube between the discharge chute and the chute tube. See Figure 6. SECTION 5: OPERATION Grass Bag Removal • To open the cover, simply lift up on cover. The chute tube assembly does not have to be removed.
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Model 842 Ref. Part No. Part Description 16606 Retainer Hook Bracket 17200A Catcher Support Bracket 17201A Bag Frame Hanger Bracket 17204 Cover Assembly Complete 17247 Support Tube Bracket 710-0473 Screw, #10-24 x .5 710-0604A Self Tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 710-0751 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x .62 710-3008...
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. MTD LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of...
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