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Operator and
Parts Manual
Grass Catcher
Z 42" 539 110164
Z 46" 968 999746
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©2008 HTC. All Rights Reserved. Beatrice, NE. Printed in U.S.A.
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CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................................................................................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 WARNING mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. In order to prevent accidental starting when • Never carry passengers or children even with the setting up, transporting, adjusting or making blades off. repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire • Do not drive in reverse unless absolutely and place wire where it cannot contact spa
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UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINER CONTENTS • Remove all parts and packing materials from 2 - Soft bag containers 1 - Bag of Hardware carton. 1 - Hose 1 - Inlet • Check carton contents against list. Be sure all 1 - Lower chute 1 - Cover Assembly parts are there. 2 - High Lift Blades TOOLS REQUIRED 9 • ½" W rench (2) • /16 " W rench (2) 7 • /16 " W rench (2) • Ft/Lbs Torque Wrench 9 • /16 " Socket and Ratchet • Standard Screwdriver PARTS IDENTIFICATION COVER ASSEMBLY HOSE LOWE
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ASSEMBLY UTILITY BOX AND REAR GUARD INSTALL REAR GUARD, PLATE 1REMOVAL 2AND HANGER NOTE: Before mounting new bagger , the utility 1. Using bolts removed from rear bracket, install rear box and rear guard must be removed. guard included in kit. 1. Remove the hairpins and clevis pins that secure 2. Place the hanger over the tab on the plate. the utility box to the unit (all four corners). 3. Attach support plate to the front and rear brackets 3 2. Using a ½" wrench, remove the bolts that sec
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL HOOD INLET MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY 3 4TO SUPPORT ASSEMBLY 1. Place the cover assembly upside down on a flat For ease of assembly, you may wish assistance from surface. another person for mounting the cover assembly to mower. 2. Place the inlet in the cover and direct it out of the large hole on the front side of the cover. Set the 1. Position cover assembly on the ground behind the inlet so that the opening will be facing into the mower. containers and the inlet hood is u
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ASSEMBLY CONTAINER INSTALLATION LOWER CHUTE INSTALLATION 5 6 1. Install containers on support frame, overlapping 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. containers at center tube. 2. Fit lower chute as shown and hook rear latch to Note: One container should always overlap the mower deck. other container at the center tube. 3. Align the bracket slot on lower chute with the 2. Close cover and lock latch handle over support deflector bracket tab on the mower deck. Slide t
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ASSEMBLY HOSE INSTALLATION 7 1. Place both clamps over the hose. 4. Remove any twists in the hose by rotating it at the top or bottom end. 2. Slide hose over the hood inlet at the top end. 5. Tighten clamps. 3. Slide the hose over the lower chute inlet. Hood Inlet Hose Clamp Hose Clamp Hood Inlet WARNING Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blades with a heavy cloth when handling. BLADE REPLACEMENT (42" ONL Y) LEVELING MOWER DECK 8 9 Tools Needed Be sure deck is p
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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 using the grass catcher on a lawn where grass containers are full. and leaf bagging equipment has not been used, thatch a. Disengage blades, place motion control levers and debris that has accumulated for long periods
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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 1 35 3 4 12 3 2 25 5 7 13 6 11 15 10 14 15 17 16 8 18 9 37 33 19 27 36 23 32 20 26 22 33 31 30 25 21 34 24 29 28 14
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PARTS ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 21.. 539 109930 ....1 .... REAR BRACKET W/DECALS 1.. 539 111139 ....1 .... COVER ASSM, COMPLETE INCLUDES ITEMS 2-13 22.. 539 111134 ....1 .... INLET 2.. 532 063180 ..10 .... NUT, #10-24, CROWNLOCK 23.. 539 097076 ....2 .... HOSE CLAMP 5 5 3.. 539 976952 ..10 .... SCREW #10-24 X /8 24.. 539 976934 ....1 .... HCS /16-18 x ¾ 4.. 532 127533 ....1 .... SCREEN, COVER 25.. 539 976978 ....6 .... NUT ¼-20 NYLOC 3 5.. 532 132796 ..
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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 Grade SAE Grade 5 SAE Grade 8 Flangelock Screw w/Flangelock Nut ft./lbs Nm ft./lbs Nm ft./lbs Nm ft./lbs ¼ 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 ½ 75 102 115 156 9 /16 110 150 165 224 5 /8 150 203 225 305 ¾ 250 339 370 502 7 /8 378 513 591 801 1 1 /8 782 1060 1410 1912 ** Grade 5 - Minimu
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P/N 539 111137 R04 03/27/08
