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OWNER’S MANUAL
Model QCT342
Mfg. ID No. 96072000700
Product No. 960 72 00-07
42 Inch Mower
Grass Catcher
Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Repair Parts
402337 11.23.05 rad
Printed in U.S.A.
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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 If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the running. hitch point. Check grass catcher components and the discharge Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight guard frequent
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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 3. Align support assembly pin with hole in drawbar and BAGGER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY hang assembly over the shoulder bolts. 1 4. Be sure support assembly is seated properly and secure Determine which type drawbar you have on your tractor. with retainer spring supplied. Compare the drawbar illustrations below to the drawbar SHOULDER located at the rear of your tractor. BOLTS Follow the support assembly instructions that apply to your type drawbar. SUPPORT ASSEMBLY DRAWBAR
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MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY TO CONTAINER ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 3) 2 SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 2) 3 NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the 1. Place bottom half inside of top half, as shown. as sis tance of another person for mounting cover assembly to tractor. 2. Place one foot inside bottom half and lift top half to meet bottom half. 1. Position cover assembly on ground behind tractor. 3. Press halves tightly together while lifting top to lock 2. Lift and rotate cover
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03022 CONTAINER MOUNTING (See Fig. 4) 4 1. Install one container to left side fi rst with warning to COVER LATCH outside of unit. Install another container to center HANDLES position and one in right position. NOTE: Right con tain er should always over lap left con tain er at center supports. 2. Close cover and lock latch handles over center support tubes. CONTAINER WARNING CENTER SUPPORT TUBES CONTAINER CONTAINER WARNING HANDLE FIG. 4 LOWER CHUTE - MOWER WITH 5 MOUNTING TAB (See
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LOWER CHUTE - MOWER WITHOUT PLACE LOWER REAR EDGE OPTIONAL BETWEEN GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING TAB (See Fig. 5B) GAUGE 5 BRACKET TAB AND WHEEL MOWER HOUSING, THEN AND HOOK REAR LATCH BRACKET 1. Lower mower deck to its lowest cutting position. NOTE: If equipped, remove mulch cover from mower deck and store in a safe place. ALIGN CHUTE "B" 2. With your right hand, raise and hold defl ector shield in WITH MOWER "B" upright position. 3. With your left hand, hold lower chute as shown and pos
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UPPER CHUTE (See Figs. 6A & 6B) LEVEL MOWER 6 7 1. Lower mower to its lowest cutting position. Be sure mower is properly leveled for best mower per for man ce. See your tractors owner's manual for 2. Assemble upper chute by inserting curved end into ins truc tions hole in back of cover. NOTE: Handle carefully so as not to damage full bagger indicator. 3. Push in and turn upper chute until it is in line with lower chute. 4. Align the bosses on lower chute with alignment sl
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OPERATION Avoid cutting wet grass or in the morning while the dew TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING is still heavy. Grass clippings collected under these OPE RATION: conditions tend to be sticky and adhere to the walls of Follow the mower operation instructions in your tractor the fl ow path causing clogging. owner's manual. Your bagger is equipped with a full bagger indicator. Movement of the wheel increases as the bags fi ll. The When operating your grass catcher on a lawn where grass
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES STORAGE GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of time, Always observe safety rules when performing any main- clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grass, leaves, etc. Store te nance. in a 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
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cracked or damaged. Use onlya 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 12 REPAIR PARTS/PIÈCES DE RECHANGE GRASS CATCHER - MODEL QCT342 (MFG. ID 96072000700) / RAMASSE-HERBE - MODÈLE QCT342 (MFG. ID 96072000700) PRODUCT NO. 960 72 00-07 / NUMÈRO DE PRODUIT 960 72 00-07 4 5 6 7 8 2 10 12 9 13 9 2 11 14 38 18 38 20 20 15 34 20 37 3 15 9 20 12 14 33 26 3
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13 REPAIR PARTS/PIÈCES DE RECHANGE GRASS CATCHER - MODEL QCT342 (MFG. ID 96072000700) / RAMASSE-HERBE - MODÈLE QCT342 (MFG. ID 96072000700) PRODUCT NO. 960 72 00-07 / NUMÈRO DE PRODUIT 960 72 00-07 KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. NO. NO. 1 532401047 Adapter Côtés 18 532162803 Chute, Lower Glissière inférieure 2 532069180 Nut, Crown lock #10-24 Écrou auto-serrant #10-24
