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OWNER’S MANUAL
Model Number H242SL
Product No. 960 73 00-04
42 Inch Mower
Grass Catcher
• Assembly
� Operation
� Customer Responsibilities
� Repair Parts
532411276 12.13.06 BY Printed in U.S.A.
02084
Do not operate mower unless container is properlyissubject towear anddetierioration. Checkbagfrequently. Replace whencrackedor damaged. Useonlyarecommendedreplacement container.
WARNING
WARNING
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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 THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. � Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-re- WARNING: In order to prevent ac- lated injuries. These operators should evaluate their ci den tal starting when setting up, abilit
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IV. TOWING machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. � Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine � Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for run ning. towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the � Check grass catcher components and the discharge hitch point. guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's rec- � Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight ommended parts, whe
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KNOW YOUR GRASS CATCHER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR GRASS CATCH ER. 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 obje
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ASSEMBLY BAGGER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY TO 1 (See Figs. 1A & 1B) SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 2) 2 Your tractor already has four (4) shoulder bolts installed NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the on the rear drawbar, simply hang the support assembly as sis tance of another person for mounting cover assembly on the bolts. to tractor. SHOULDER 1. Lift and rotate cover to align cover bracket with support BOLTS assembly. 2. Slide cover assembly down ont
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WARNING WARNING LOWER CHUTE (See Fig. 4) CONTAINER MOUNTING (See Fig. 3) 4 3 1. Raise and hold defl ector shield in upright position. 1. Install one container to left side fi rst. Install other container to right side. 2. Place slot in lower chute over mounting tab on mower and position lower chute over mower opening as NOTE: Left edge of right con tain er should always over lap shown. right edge of left con tain er at center sup port. 3. Hook rear latch into fl ange hole on back of
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02099 UPPER CHUTE (See Figs. 5A and 5B) LEVEL MOWER DECK 5 6 1. Lower mower to its lowest cutting position. Be sure deck is properly leveled for best mower per for - mance. See your tractors owner's manual for instruc- 2. Assemble upper chute by inserting curved end into tions. hole in back of cover. TIP: Holding upper chute as shown and twisting while installing in cover will help keep the rubber seal in place. NOTE: Handle carefully so as not to damage full bag in di - ca tor. UPPER
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OPERATION � Your bagger is equipped with a full bagger indicator. TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING Movement of the wheel increases as the bags fi ll. The OPE RATION: wheel will be spinning fastest just before the bags fi ll Follow the mower operation instructions in your tractor completely. When the wheel stops, it indicates that the owner's manual. bags are full and the chutes have become clogged. When operating your grass catcher on a lawn where grass NOTE: To help prevent clogging of chute
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION: Grass catcher components Always observe safety rules when performing any main- are subject to wear, damage and te nance. deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects � Before each use check for loose fasteners. to be thrown. Frequently check � Clean unit thoroughly after each use. components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, BLADE CARE when necessary. For best results mower blades must
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REPAIR PARTS GRASS CATCHER - MODEL NUMBER H242SL (PRODUCT NO. 960 73 00-04) 2 5 3 6 7 4 8 20 10 20 12 9 2 13 9 38 11 14 39 18 20 20 20 2 20 15 2 2 9 21 20 12 22 20 23 14 15 34 2 33 35 32 26 31 24 31 27 28 31 25 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 2 532069180 Nut, Crown lock #10-24 21 532132796 Spring, Cover L.H. (black) 3 532127533 Screen, Cover 22 532133235 Spacer, Cover 4
