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OWNER S MANUAL
Model No. C38D
38 Inch Mower
Grass Catcher
Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustments
Repair Parts
PRINTED IN U.S.A. 140603 Rev. 4 06.01.00 rad
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WARNING
Do not operate mower unless container is properlyis nstalled.Container is
subject to wear and detierioration. Check bag frequently. Replace when
cracked or damaged. Use only a recommended r
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: 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. DO NOT: I. GENERAL OPERATION • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. and on the machine before starting. Do not mow near drop-of
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Look for this symbol to point out impor- tant safety precautions. It means CAU- Never carry passengers or children even with the blades TION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR off. SAFETY IS INVOLVED. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Never carry children. They may fall off
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KNOW YOUR GRASS CATCHER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR 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 prevent injury to yourself and others. Save this manual for future reference. The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects
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BAG OF PARTS CONTENTS (continued) GROUP "D" SUPPORT (1) Bracket Support Pin POST TO MOUNTING BRACKET (1) Retainer Spring (3) Tubing End Caps GROUP "E" LOWER CHUTE ASSEMBLY (1) Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga. (1) Wing Nut TO MOWER DECK GROUP "F" CHUTE LATCH ASSEMBLY TO (1) Screw #10 x 1-1/8 (1) Spacer, Split #10 UPPER CHUTE (2) Washer 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. (1) Nut, Acorn #10 GROUP "G" (1) Rubber Latch CHUTE LATCH ASSEMBLY TO LOWER CHUTE (1) Washer, Lock #10 (1) Washer 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. (1) Nut, Wel
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ASSEMBLY BEFORE YOU START TO ASSEMBLE THE GRASS CATCHER Some tractor models may need minor modifications before you can mount the grass catcher to the tractor. Look carefully at the mower deck on your tractor and compare the deck mandrel to the illustrations below. If your mower deck mandrel looks like STYLE "A", your tractor is ready - proceed with the grass catcher assembly. If your mower deck mandrel looks like STYLE "B", go to the PREPARATION section in this manual. DECK MANDREL DECK MAND
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ASSEMBLY MOWER DECK BAFFLE (See Fig. 1) UPPER CORNER RIBS Use Hardware - - GROUP "A" UPPER CORNER 1 RIBS Raise your tractor mower deck to its highest position. Install the hex bolt, and locknut through mower deck SELF baffle and tighten securely. TAPPING SHOULDER BOLTS HEX BOLT LANCED TABS TOWARD BOTTOM LOCKNUT FIG. 2B BOLTS AND LOCKNUTS (See Fig. 2C) IMPORTANT: ON TRACTORS WITH FUEL TANK MOWER DECK BAFFLE UNDER THE SEAT, THE DRAWBAR MUST BE REMOVED FOR INSTALLATION OF MOUNTING BRACKET. TO F
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ASSEMBLY SUPPORT POST (See Fig. 4) Use Hardware - - GROUP "C" BRACKET 4 COVER ASSEMBLY SUPPORT PIN CAUTION: Container support is spring loaded and locked to the cover. Handle cover assembly carefully so as not to unlatch the cover from the container support. RETAINER SPRING Rotate cover assembly onto its side as shown. Assemble support post to container support with the three (3) carriage bolts and locknuts. Tighten securely. CARRIAGE BOLTS SUPPORT POST END CAP SUPPORT POST LOCKNUTS LANCED
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ARNING cracked or damaged. Use only a recommended replacement container subject to wear and detierioration. Check bag frequently. Replace when Do not operate mower unless container is properlyis nstalled.Container is cracked or damaged. Use only a recommended replacement container. Dso u b njo etc o t p to e rw ae te a r m a on w de d r e utn ie le ris os ra cto ion nt.a C inh ee r c is k p bra og p e frre ly qiu se nn sttla y.l lR ed e.p C la oc ne ta w inh ee r n is WARNING ASSEMBLY CONTAINER
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ASSEMBLY LEVEL MOWER DECK UPPER CHUTE (See Figs. 10A & 10B) No hardware required 11 10No hardware required Be sure deck is properly leveled for best mower perfor- mance. See your tractors owner's manual for instruc- Lower mower deck to its lowest cutting position. tions. Assemble upper chute by inserting curved end into hole in back of cover. NOTE: Handle carefully so as not to damage dump bag indicator. Push in and turn upper chute until it is in line with lower chute. Align the bos
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OPERATION Avoid cutting wet grass or in the morning while the dew TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING OPERATION: is still heavy. Grass clippings collected under these Follow the mower operation instructions in your tractor conditions tend to be sticky and adhere to the walls of owner's manual. the flow path causing clogging. When operating your grass catcher on a lawn where grass Your bagger is equipped with a dump bag indicator. As and leaf bagging equipment has not been used, you are the bags become
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS STORAGE Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of time, clean nance. 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 CAUTION: Do not leave grass in bagger containers. Empty containers after each For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace
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PREPARATION CAUTION: BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH PREPARATION OF TRACTOR: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift/motion control lever in neutral (N) 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. NOTE ON SOME MODEL TRACTORS, MINOR MODIFICA
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PREPARATION DRILL 4 HOLE BOLT PATTERN Place the drawbar in a vice or similar locking device. (See Figs. 13,14 & 15) Cut out the 4 hole bolt pattern template from the back of 3 this manual. On some model tractors, it may be necessary to drill new Align top and right edge of template and drawbar. holes in drawbar for the mounting bracket. To determine if you need to drill holes in your drawbar, closely look at the Tape in position. illustration below. Mark and drill hole #1 only, using a
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BOTTOM EDGE OM EDGE CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE DEFLECTOR TRIM TEMPLATE USE TRIANGLE ABOVE FOR A GUIDE TO TRIMMING YOUR DEFLECTOR SHIELD. CUT OUT SHADED AREA AND PLACE ON INSIDE BOTTOM EDGE OF DEFLECTOR. TRIM DEFLECTOR ALONG DOTTED LINE USING EITHER HEAVY SHEARS OR A HAND SAW. MOWER DECK BAFFLE DRILL TEMPLATE TOP EDGE 2" R I G H T E D G E 1-1/4" USE TEMPLATE ABOVE FOR A GUIDE TO DRILLING YOUR MOWER DECK BAFFLE. CUT OUT SHADED AREA AND ALIGN WITH TOP, AND RIGHT, EDGE OF BAFFLE. DRILL A 13/32" HOLE AT S
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USE THIS SLOT TO AID IN POSITIONING TEMPLATE HOLE #1 USE 11/32" DRILL BIT 1.) CUT OUT TEMPLATE. 2.) ALIGN TOP AND RIGHT EDGE WIRE LOOP HOLE OF TEMPLATE AND DRAWBAR. NEW USE 9/32" DRILL BIT 3.) TAPE IN POSITION. 4.) MARK AND DRILL HOLE #1 WIRE LOOP HOLE OLD 5.) ASSEMBLE MOUNTING BRACKET TO DRAWBAR, USE BRACKET AS TEMPLATE FOR REMAINING HOLES. 17
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