Parts Identification - Craftsman 917.248962 Owner's Manual

KNOW YOUR GRASS CATCHER
READTHIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFOREASSEMBLING OR OPERATINGYOUR 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
)revent injury to yourself and others. Save this manual for future reference.
SAFETY GLASSES
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields
before starting your tractor and while mowing. We recommend a wide vision safety
mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS CARTON CONTENTS:
• Remove all parts and packing materials from carton. (3) Containers
• Check carton contents against list. Be sure all parts (1) Upper Chute
are there. (1) Lower Chute
(1) Cover Assembly
(1) Support Assembly
(1) Retainer Spring
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
COVER
ASSEMBLY,
SUPPORT
ASSEMBLY
LATCH
GRASS
CATCHER
CONTAINERS
UPPER CHUTE
LOWER CHUTE
LOWER CHUTE
ATTACHING
STRAPS
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.
CAUTION: BEFORE ASSEMBLING GRASS CATCHER TO TRACTOR:
• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
• Place gearshift/motion control lever in "NEUTRAL" position.
Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.
• Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.
• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact
with plug.
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