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OWNER’S MANUAL
Model No. C42C
42 Inch Mower
Grass Catcher
• Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustments
Repair Parts
140601 REV. 5 04.20.01 rad
PRINTED IN U.S.A. 1 954 04 03-02
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 replacement container.
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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 • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn and on the machine before starting. slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. Only allow responsible
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Look for this symbol to point out impor- Stop machine if anyone enters the area. 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" (2) Latch Hook Assembly LOWER CHUTE ASSEMBLY TO (2) Screw #10 x 5/8 (2) Washer, Lock #10 MOWER DECK (2) Nut, Weld #10 (2) Washer 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. GROUP "E" 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 "F " CHUTE (1) Rubber Latch LATCH ASSEMBLY TO LOWER CHUTE (1) Washer, Lock #10 (1) Washer 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. (1) Nut, Weld #10 (1) Screw #10 x 5/8 5
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ASSEMBLY PARTS IDENTIFICATION COVER UPPER CHUTE DUMP BAG INDICATOR CHUTE LATCH GRASS CATCHER CONTAINERS 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. (1) 3/8" Wrench (1) Drive Ratchet (1) 1/2" Wrench (1) 3" or longer Extension THESE ARE THE TOOLS YOU WILL NEED TO (2) 9/16" Wrenches (1) Short Handle ASSEMBLE YOUR GRASS CATCHER: (1) 1/2" Socket P
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ASSEMBLY BOLTS REAR MOUNTING BRACKET (See Figs. 1A, 1B & 1C) 1 NOTE: If your tractor already has four (4) shoulder bolts installed on the rear drawbar, simply hang the mounting bracket, lanced tabs towards bottom, on the bolts. Discard LOCKNUTS hardware group "A" and disregard the remaining Step 1 instructions. LANCED TABS TOWARD BOTTOM FIG. 1C SHOULDER BOLTS COVER SEAL (See Fig. 2) 2 No hardware required 1. Align mark on seal with mark at cover opening. LANCED TABS 2. Work seal into opening so
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ASSEMBLY MOUNTING TO TRACTOR (See Fig. 4) CONTAINER ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 5) Use Hardware - - GROUP "C" 4 No hardware required 5 NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the 1. Place bottom half inside of top half, as shown. assistance of another person for mounting assembly to 2. Place one foot inside bottom half and lift top half to meet tractor. bottom half. 1. Raise seat on tractor to allow assembly to be mounted. 3. Press halves tightly together while lifting top to lock into 2. With
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ASSEMBLY LOWER REAR EDGE OPTIONAL LOWER CHUTE (See Figs. 6A & 6B) BETWEEN GAUGE WHEEL GAUGE BRACKET TAB AND 6 Use Hardware - - GROUP "D" WHEEL MOWER HOUSING AND 1. Press weld nut into rubber latch and install two latch BRACKET hook assemblies to lower chute using screw, washer, and lock washer nut as shown. 2. Tighten hardware securely. ALIGN CHUTE "B" WITH MOWER "B" 3. Lower mower deck to its lowest cutting position. 4. With your right hand, raise and hold deflector shield in upright positio
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WARN ARNING ING c cracked or damaged. Use only a recommended replacement container racked or damaged. Use only a recommended replacement container. Do not operate mower unless container is properlyis Ds subject to wear and detierioration. Check bag frequently ou n bo jetc o t p to e rw ate ea m r a on w de d r e utn ie le ris os r a cto io nn ta . iC nh ee r c is k p bra og p e frre ly qis ue nstalled.Container is nn sttla y.. Replace when ll e Rd e.p Clo an ce ta w inh ee r n is ASSEMBLY UPPER
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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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SERVICE NOTES 13
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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 WARNING 14 REPAIR PARTS / PIÈCES DE RECHANGE GRASS CATCHER - - MODEL NUMBER C42C / RAMASSE-HERBE - - NUMÉRO DE MODÈLE C42C PRODUCT NUMBER 954 04 03-02 / NUMÉRO DE PRODUIT 954 04 03-02 2 5 3 6 7 4 8 9 20 10 20 12 9 2 13 9 38 11 14 39 18 20 20 15 20 16 2 20 2 15 2 9 21 20 35 12 22 20 23 14
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15 REPAIR PARTS / PIÈCES DE RECHANGE GRASS CATCHER - - MODEL NUMBER C42C / RAMASSE-HERBE - - NUMÉRO DE MODÈLE C42C PRODUCT NUMBER 954 04 03-02 / NUMÉRO DE PRODUIT 954 04 03-02 KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION NO. NO. NO. NO. 2 53269180 Nut, Crownlock #10-24 Écrou auto-serrant #10-24 24 532126813 Post, Support Poteau de soutien 3 532127533 Screen, Cover Grillage de couvercle 25 532063124 Locknut 5/16 x 18 Écrou frein 5/16 x 18 4 532161314 Cover Asm.(Incl. 3,38,39)
