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Operator and Parts Manual Grass Catcher Dixon SpeedZTR 42" Kit 539 131354...
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a KNOW YOUR GRASS CATCHER new Grass Catcher. It has been designed, READ THIS OPERATION MANUAL AND THE engineered and manufactured to give you the SAFETY RULES BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR best possible dependability and performance. OPERATING YOUR GRASS CATCHER.
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 •...
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SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other DO NOT fuels. They are flammable and vapors are • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and explosive. then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if Use only an approved container.
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SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS • NEVER allow children to operate the machine. CAUTION • Be sure the area is clear of other people In order to prevent accidental starting when before mowing. Stop machine if anyone setting up, transporting, adjusting or making enters the area.
ASSEMBLY CATCHER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY TO SUPPORT ASSEMBLY 1. Remove the side bolts on the engine guard. NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish 2. Using catcher support as a template, drill one assistance from another person for mounting the hole into the engine guard near the center cover assembly to mower.
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ASSEMBLY ADAPTER BRACKET CONTAINER MOUNTING 1. Turn mower engine off. 1. Install container, centering between support 2. Remove grass deflector on mower by remov- tubes. ing hair pin cotter, spring and deflector pin. NOTE: One container should always The deflector and hardware should be stored overlap the other container at supports.
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ASSEMBLY LOWER CHUTE FLEX HOSE 1. Slide flex hose onto open end of the lower 1. Attach the chute latches on both sides of the chute. lower chute as shown. 2. Thread hose clamp around flex hose and chute. Pull tight. 3.
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ASSEMBLY FRONT WEIGHTS 1. Center the weight box on the front face of foot plate, as illustrated. Use the holes in weight box as a template to mark and drill four " diameter holes in foot plate. 2. Attach the weight box to foot plate with four -18 x ½"...
OPERATION TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING • Avoid cutting wet grass or in the morning OPERATION while the dew is still heavy. Grass clippings collected under these conditions tend to be Follow the mower operation instructions in your sticky and adhere to the walls of the flow path mower operator’s manual.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS STORAGE Always observe safety rules when performing any When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of maintenance. time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grass, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry place. •...