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Operator and
Parts Manual
Grass Catcher
54"
Model 966 004201
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CONTENTS SAFETY .........................................................................................................................................4 CONTAINER CONTENTS .............................................................................................................7 ASSEMBLY ...................................................................................................................................8 OPERATION ...............................................................
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SAFETY 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. • Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and I. GENERAL OPERATION above, are involved in a large percentage of riding • Read, understand and follow all instructions in the mower-related injuries. These operators should manual and on the machine befor
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SAFETY SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS DO NOT • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, explosive. turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. - Use only an approved container. • Do not mow near drop-off, ditches, or - Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the embankments. The mower could suddenly turn engine running. over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or di
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SAFETY SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS • NEVER allow children to operate the machine. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before CAUTION mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the In order to prevent accidental starting when blades off. setting up, transporting, adjusting or making • Do not drive in reverse unless absolutely repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire necessary . Always look down and behind b
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UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINER CONTENTS 3 • Remove all parts and packing materials from 3 - Soft bag containers 4 - Bolts /8-16 x 3¾ 3 carton. 1 - Upper chute 8 - Nuts /8-16, Nyloc 5 • Check carton contents against list. Be sure all 1 - Lower chute 8 - Bolts /16-18 x 1 parts are there. 3 1 - Catcher mount 4 - Bolts /8-16 x 3½ TOOLS REQUIRED 1 - Cover Assembly • ½" W rench (2) 9 • /16" Wrench 9 • /16 " Socket wrench 5 • Drill and /16" bit PARTS IDENTIFICATION DUMP BAG COVER ASSEMB
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ASSEMBLY INSTALLING BAGGER MOUNT INSTALLING CHUTE SUPPORT 1 2 1. Install the bagger mount tube to the rear guard 1. Position upper chute support against bagger inlet, 5 with /16 -18 x 3¼ bolts and flange nuts from kit. flush at outer edges. See Illustration. 3 NOTE: Depending on model, rear guard hole may 2. Using support as a template, drill two /8 holes into 5 need to be drilled out to /16 " if kit hardware is too bagger hood. large. Upper Chute Support 2. Install kit support straps on th
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ASSEMBLY CONTAINER MOUNTING CONTAINER MOUNTING 3 5 1. Remove plastic end caps from the center two bag 1. Install containers on supports, overlapping at support arms. Fully insert spacer plugs into the center supports. ends of the support tubes. It may be necessary 2. Close cover and lock latch handles over center to tap the spacers into place with a hammer or support tubes. mallet. Replace the plastic end cap back over the spacer. The additional extension will hold the hood more securely w
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ASSEMBLY LOWER CHUTE INSTALLATION UPPER CHUTE INSTALLATION 6 7 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 1. Attach bungee latch assembly from kit as illustrated. 2. Fit lower chute as shown and hook rear latch to mower deck. 3. Align the bracket slot on lower chute with the deflector bracket tab on the mower deck. Slide chute down over tab. 4. With the lower chute in proper position, hold the chute securely while hooking the front latch to the mower deck. NOTE: While h
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CHUTE / HOOD INSTALLATION LEVELING MOWER DECK 8 9 1. Push upper chute through the gasketed opening in Be sure deck is properly leveled for best mower the cover assembly. performance. See your mower operator’s manual for instructions. 2. Rotate chute so the chute opening is downwards toward the container bags. Rotate upper chute to point downwards towards bags Hood Inlet 11
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OPERATION TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING OPERATION • If the grass catcher fails to pick up cut grass Follow the mower operation instructions in the mower or leaves, it is an indication that clogging has operator’s manual. occurred in the system or that the grass catcher When utilizing the grass catcher on a lawn where containers are full. grass and leaf bagging equipment has not been a. Disengage blades, place motion control levers used, thatch and debris that has accumulated for long in
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS STORAGE Always observe safety rules when performing any When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of time, maintenance. clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grass, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry place. • 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. • See BLADE CARE instructions in your mower operato
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PARTS 3 12 1 12 11 3 8 2 7 6 5 4 10 7 9 14
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PARTS ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 1.. 532 192709 ....1 .... SCREEN, COVER 7.. 532 192786 ....2 .... PIN, HINGE 2.. 532 195373 ....1 .... COVER 8.. 532 192550 ....1 .... SEAL, COVER 5 3.. 539 976952 ....4 .... SCREW #10-24 x /8 9.. 532 400226 ....3 .... CONTAINER, SOFT BAG 4.. 539 108096 ....2 .... HAIR PIN 10.. 532 192603 ....1 .... GASKET, COVER 5.. 539 108097 ....4 .... PLUG, TUBING END 11.. 532 130895 ....2 .... HANDLE, BAGGER COVER 6.. 539 108098 ....1 .
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PARTS 25 21 26 17 22 24 21 18 22 15 3 22 19 20 16 23 14 13 18 21 2 22 6 10 12 11 1 6 7 8 9 5 4 6 8 16
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PARTS ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 1.. 539 113204 ....1 .... CHUTE, LOWER 14.. 539 131091 ....1 .... TUBE MOUNT 2.. 539 108141 ....1 .... CHUTE, UPPER 15.. 522 854502 ....1 .... STRAP, SUPPORT, LT 3.. 539 108082 ....1 .... DUMP BAG INDICATOR 16.. 522 854402 ....1 .... STRAP, SUPPORT, RT 5 4.. 539 108194 ....2 .... LATCH 17.. 539 976937 ....2 .... HCS /16-18 x 2 5 5 5.. 539 976952 ....3 .... SCREW #10-24 x /8 18.. 539 990627 ....4 .... HCS /16-18 x 1¼ 3 5 6..
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TORQUE CHART TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS HEX HEAD CAP SCREWS The torque values shown should be used as a general guideline when specific torque values are not given. U.S. Standard Hardware Flangeloc k Screw Grade SAE grade 5 SAE grade 8 w/ Flangeloc k Nut ft./lbs Nm ft./lbs Nm ft./lbs Nm 1/4 9 12 13 18 5/16 18 24 28 38 24 33 3/8 31 42 46 62 40 54 7/16 50 68 75 108 1/2 75 102 115 156 9/16 110 150 165 224 5/8 150 203 225 305 3/4 250 339 370 502 7/8 378 513 591 801 1 583 790 893 1211 1 1/
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P/N 115 149927 IR 02/12/09
