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OWNER’S MANUAL
Model No. LTB48A
48 Inch Mower
Grass Catcher
• Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustments
Repair Parts
532178478 03.27.01 rad
Printed in U.S.A.
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 replacement container.
WARNING
Do not operate mower unless container is properlyis nstalled.Container is
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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. I. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: • 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. 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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ASSEMBLY MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY TO BAGGER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 2) (See Figs. 1A & 1B) 2 1 NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the assistance of another person for mounting coverassembly to tractor. Remove and discard the upper bolt on both sides of the drawbar. Using the same holes, install the shoulder bolts Position cover assembly on ground behind tractor as supplied and tighten securely. shown. Lift and rotate cover to align cover brackets with sup
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ASSEMBLY CONTAINER ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 3) CONTAINER MOUNTING (See Fig. 4) 3 4 Place bottom half inside of top half, as shown. Install one container to left side first with warning to outside of unit. Install another container to center Place one foot inside bottom half and lift top half to meet position and one in right position. bottom half. NOTE: Right container should always overlap left container Press halves tightly together while lifting top to lock into at center supports. place a
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ASSEMBLY UPPER CHUTE (See Figs. 6A & 6B) LOWER CHUTE (See Fig. 5) 5 6 Lower mower deck to its lowest cutting position. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. Assemble upper chute by inserting curved end into hole Place slot in lower chute over tab on mower deck and in back of cover. position lower chute over deck opening as shown. NOTE: Handle carefully so as not to damage dump bag Hook rear latch into flange hole on back of mower deck. indicator. Hook front latch into
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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 STORAGE GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of time, clean Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grass, leaves, etc. Store in a nance. clean, dry place. Before each use check for loose fasteners. Clean unit thoroughly after each use. CAUTION: Do not leave grass in bagger containers. Empty containers after each BLADE CARE use and before storing. Failure to do so may result in spo
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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 10 REPAIR PARTS/PIÈCES DE RECHANGE GRASS CATCHER - MODEL NUMBER LTB48A / RAMASSE-HERBE - NO. DE MODÈLE LTB48A 3 5 20 2 6 7 4 34 8 10 2 20 12 13 9 20 9 37 11 20 14 39 38 40 18 20 15 20 16 40 21 22 2 2 15 20 9 40 12 2 20 14 33 16 2 26 35 22 32 23 31 33 31 29 28 31 29 36 30 WARNING
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11 REPAIR PARTS/PIÈCES DE RECHANGE GRASS CATCHER - MODEL NUMBER LTB48A / RAMASSE-HERBE - NO. DE MODÈLE LTB48A KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. NO. NO. 2 532069180 Nut, Crownlock #10-24 Écrou auto-serrant #10-24 26 532124670 Spring, Retainer Ressort de retenue 3 532127533 Screen, Cover Écran de couvercle 28 532176996 Support Assembly Ensemble du support 4 532134678 Cover Couvercle 29 532176997 Shoulder Bolt,Self Tapping Boulon autotaraudeuse 5 532176741 Chute, Upper Glissière
