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OWNER’S MANUAL
Model No. C342B
42 Inch Mower
Grass Catcher
• Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustments
Repair Parts
156235 Rev. 4 04.27.01 rad
Printed in U.S.A.
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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.
Do not operate mower unless container is properlyis nstalled.Container is
subject
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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- Never carry passengers or children even with the blades tant safety precautions. It means CAU- off. TION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always SAFETY IS INVOLVED. 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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BAG OF PARTS CONTENTS (continued) GROUP "C" SUPPORT TUBE TO COVER ASSEMBLY (1) Bolt 5/16 - 18 x 2-1/4 (2) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Bolt 5/16 - 18 x 3/4 GROUP "D" (1) Bracket Support Pin SUPPORT POST TO MOUNTING (1) Retainer Spring BRACKET (4) Tubing End Caps GROUP "E" (2) Latch Hook Assembly LOWER CHUTE ASSEMBLY TO MOWER DECK (2) Screw #10 x 5/8 (2) Nut, Weld #10 (2) Washer, Lock #10 (2) Washer 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. GROUP "F" CHUTE LATCH ASSEMBLY to UPPER (1) Screw #10 x 1-1/8 (1) Spacer, Split #
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ASSEMBLY BEFORE YOU START TO ASSEMBLE THE GRASS CATCHER Some tractor models may need minor modifications before you can mount the grass catcher to the tractor. Look carefully at the drawbar on your tractor and compare to the illustrations below. If your drawbar looks like STYLE "A" (has the upper corner ribs), your tractor is ready - proceed with the grass catcher assembly. If your drawbar looks like STYLE "B" (does not have the upper corner ribs), go to the PREPARATION section in this manual.
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ASSEMBLY REAR MOUNTING BRACKET and SUPPORT TUBE SUPPORT TUBE 1 (See Figs. 1A, 1B & 1C) REINFORCEMENT PLATE Use Hardware - - GROUP "A" Before continuing with assembly, you must first determine which type of drawbar your tractor is equipped with. Com- FLAT WASHERS pare your drawbar with the illustrations of "BEFORE YOU START TO ASSEMBLE THE GRASS CATCHER" and LOCK UPPER follow instructions given. CORNER WASHERS DRAWBAR WITH UPPER CORNER RIBS - STYLE "A" RIBS NOTE: If your tractor already has fou
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ASSEMBLY MOUNTING TO TRACTOR (See Fig. 4) COVER SEAL (See Fig. 2) 2 No hardware required Use Hardware - - GROUP "C & D" 4 1. Align mark on seal with mark at cover opening. NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the assistance of another person for mounting assembly to 2. Work seal into opening so cover sits between flanges of tractor. seal. 1. Raise seat on tractor to allow assembly to be mounted. 2. With cover closed, lift assembly and place support post inside mounting bracket. All
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ASSEMBLY CONTAINER ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 5) CONTAINER MOUNTING (See Fig. 6) No hardware required 5 6 No hardware required 1. Place bottom half inside of top half, as shown. 1. Install one container to left side first with warning to outside of unit. Install another container center position 2. Place one foot inside bottom half and lift top half to meet and one in right position. bottom half. NOTE: Right container should always overlap left container 3. Press halves tightly together whil
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ASSEMBLY LOWER REAR EDGE OPTIONAL LOWER CHUTE (See Figs. 7A & 7B) BETWEEN GAUGE WHEEL GAUGE BRACKET TAB AND Use Hardware - - GROUP "E" 7 WHEEL MOWER HOUSING AND 1. Press weld nut into rubber latch and install two latch BRACKET hook assemblies to lower chute using screw, washer, and lock washer nut as shown. 2. Tighten hardware securely. ALIGN CHUTE "B" WITH MOWER "B" 3. Lower mower deck to its lowest cutting position. 4. With your right hand, raise and hold deflector shield in upright positi
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ASSEMBLY CHUTE LATCH ASSEMBLY UPPER CHUTE (See Figs. 9A & 9B) (See Fig. 8) No hardware required 8 9 Use Hardware - - GROUP "F & G" 1. Assemble hardware shown (latch pin) to upper chute. 1. Lower mower deck to its lowest cutting position. 2. Press weld nut into rubber latch and assemble rubber 2. Assemble upper chute by inserting curved end into hole latch to lower chute, as shown. in back of cover. 3. Tighten all hardware securely. NOTE: Handle carefully so as not to damage dump bag indicator.
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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 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS STORAGE Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of time, clean nance. 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 CAUTION: Do not leave grass in bagger containers. Empty containers after each For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace
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PREPARATION CAUTION: BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH PREPARATION OF TRACTOR: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift/motion control lever in "NEUTRAL" position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. NOTE ON SOME MODEL TRACTORS, MINOR MODIFICATIO
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DRILL TWO 7/16" HOLES AT LOCATION SHOWN DRILL TWO 7/16" HOLES 1) CUT OUT TEMPLATE. 2) ALIGN BOTTOM AND LEFT EDGE OF TEMPLATE AND DRAWBAR. 3) TAPE IN POSITION. 4) MARK AND DRILL 7/16" HOLES NOTE: DRILL SMALLER PILOT HOLES PRIOR TO DRILLING 7/16" HOLES 5) PROCEED WITH STEP 1 OF ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 15
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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 18 3 5 20 2 6 7 34 4 8 9 10 2 20 12 13 9 20 9 37 11 20 14 39 38 40 18 20 15 20 16 40 41 21 22 2 2 25 15 20 9 40 12 42 2 20 14 33 43 16 44 2 25 26 35 27 22 45 32 23 31 24 46 47 33 31 27 47 31 27 30 29 26 25 28 25 36 29 REPAIR PARTS / PIÈCES DE RECHANGE GRASS CATCHER - - MODEL NUMBE
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19 KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. NO. NO. 2 532069180 Nut, Crownlock #10-24 Écrou auto-serrant #10-24 29 532170165 Shoulder Bolt,Self Tapping Boulon autotaraudeuse 3 532127533 Screen, Cover Écran de couvercle 30 532131137 Pin, Support Post Goupille du poteau de soutien 4 532134678 Cover Couvercle 31 532174083 Plug, Tubing End Capuchon d’extrémité de 5 532126840 Chute, Upper Glissière supérieure tuyau 6 818021008 Screw, Special #10-14x1/2 Vis spéciale #10-14x1/2 32 532134639
