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OWNER’S MANUAL
Model Number G26LRV
Product No. 960 73 00-27
26 Inch Mower
Grass Catcher
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Repair Parts
532 43 46-60 Rev. 5 09.22.10 CL Printed in the U.S.A.
Do not operate mower unless container is properlyissubject to wear and detierioration. Check bag frequently. Replace whencracked or damaged. Use only a recommended replacement container.
WARNING
WARNING
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SAFETY RULES DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CA PA BLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOL LOW ING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Slow down before turning. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn starting when setting up, trans port ing, off blade, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove ad just ing or making repairs, always keys before dismounting. dis con n
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• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. • Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over trailer bed with plastic liner. Always place containers the edge or if the edge caves in. on the ground away from your vehicle when filling. • Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer III. CHILDREN and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert t
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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 op er a tion of any riding mower can result in for
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ASSEMBLY REAR DRAWBAR REAR MOUNTING BRACKET (See Fig. 1A, 1B) (See Fig. 2A and 2B) 1 2 NOTE: Your new drawbar already has four (4) shoulder bolts 1. Remove existing drawbar by removing four screws. installed. Simply hang the mounting bracket on the bolts. Insert flat screwdriver to remove bumper from engine plate. Lift up and pull rearward. SHOULDER BOLTS SUPPORT ASSEMBLY DRAWBAR Fig. 2A ENGINE PLATE TO REMOVE THE SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 2B) 1. Pull outward on the stop bracket enough t
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MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY TO CONTAINER MOUNTING (See Fig. 4) 3 4 SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 3) NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the 1. Install one container to left side first. Install other as sis tance of another person for mounting cover assembly container to right side. to riding mower. NOTE: Left edge of right con tain er should always over lap 1. Lift and rotate cover to align cover bracket with support right edge of left con tain er at center sup port. assembly. 2. Clo
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INSTALL DEFLECTOR GUARD LOWER CHUTE (See Fig. 6) 5 6 (See Fig. 5) 1. Raise and hold deflector and metal shield in upright 1. Using the deflector guard as a template, hold deflector position. guard on the top of the deflector aligning edge with the 2. Place slot in lower chute over mounting tab on mower holes with bottom of writing and angled end with the and position lower chute over mower opening as rear of the deflector as pictured. shown. 2. Mark locations of (4) holes and drill us
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UPPER CHUTE (See Fig. 7A and 7B) BLADE REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT 7 8 (See Fig. 8) 1. Lower mower to its lowest cutting position. 1. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to 2. Assemble upper chute by inserting curved end into blade. hole in back of cover. NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade TIP: Holding upper chute as shown and twisting while ins- with heavy cloth. talling in cover will help keep the rubber seal in place. NOTE: Handle carefully so as not to damage f
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LEVEL MOWER DECK COUNTERWEIGHT (See Fig. 9) 9 10 1. Lower mower to lowest position to allow access to front Ensure deck is properly leveled for best mower per for mance. axle. See your riding mower owner's manual for instructions. 2. Turn steering wheel all the way to the right, for access to left side of axle 3. With extension and socket, insert bolt, lock washer, and washer through hole in axle. NOTE: Insert hardware from rear of axle. 4. Hold counterweight up to axle and start thr
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OPERATION • Your bagger is equipped with a full bagger indicator. TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING OPE RA TION: Movement of the wheel increases as the bags fill. The Follow the mower operation instructions in your riding wheel will be spinning fastest just before the bags fill mower owner's manual. completely. When the wheel stops, it indicates that the When operating your grass catcher on a lawn where grass bags are full and the chutes have become clogged. and leaf bagging equipment has not bee
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION: Grass catcher compo- Always observe safety rules when performing any main- nents are subject to wear, damage te nance. and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be • Before each use check for loose fasteners. thrown. Frequently check components • Clean unit thoroughly after each use. and replace with manufacturer's re- commended parts, when necessary. BLADE CARE For best results, mower blade must be ke
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REPAIR PARTS GRASS CATCHER - - MODEL NUMBER G26LRV (PRODUCT NO. 960 73 00-27) 5 40 6 2 7 3 8 4 10 9 20 9 20 20 11 13 2 38 14 15 39 12 20 18 14 20 9 21 2 20 2 22 23 12 14 2 15 20 33 20 2 42 44 34 26 32 35 43 44 31 45 43 41 27 28 31 25 29 KEY PART 11 LRV_bagger_2 NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 29 24 46 9 2 532 06 91-80 Nut, Crown lock #10-24 3 532 12 75-33 Screen, Cover 4 532 17 10-61 Cover Assembly (Includes 3, 38, 39) 47 5 532 41 13-97 Chute, Upper KEY PART 6 818 02 10-08 Screw, Special #10-14 x 1/2 NO
