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OWNER’S MANUAL
Model Number H346SG
Product No. 960 73 00-06
46 Inch Mower
Grass Catcher
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Repair Parts
532411792 12.19.06 CL 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 cidental starting when setting up, ability to o
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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 running. 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, when necessary.
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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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02051 02543 ASSEMBLY HANG SUPPORT ASSEMBLY ON MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY TO SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 2) 2 1 REAR DRAWBAR (See Fig. 1) NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the 1. Slide flanges of support assembly into drawbar slots assistance of another person for mounting cover assembly first, then, pivot backwards inserting pin into drawbar to tractor. pin hole. 1. Position cover assembly on ground behind tractor. 2. Be sure support assembly is seated properly, then 2.
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03022 02783 LOWER CHUTE (See Fig. 4) CONTAINER MOUNTING (See Fig. 3) 3 4 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 1. Install one container to left side first. Install another container to center position and one in right position. 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 tainer should always over lap shown. right edge of left con tainer at center supports. 3. Hook rear latch into flang
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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- cator. COVER UPPER CHUTE
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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 fill. The OPERA TION: wheel will be spinning fastest just before the bags fill 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 chutes,
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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 be kep
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REPAIR PARTS GRASS CATCHER - MODEL NUMBER H346SG (PRODUCT NO. 960 73 00-06) 5 6 4 7 3 8 20 10 9 18 11 20 2 2 15 20 38 9 38 12 13 14 20 34 15 33 9 12 37 26 14 32 31 33 31 27 35 30 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 2 532069180 Nut, Crown lock #10-24 18 532405455 Chute, Lower 3 532192709 Screen, Cover 20 871161010 Screw #10-24 x 5/8 4 532195373 Cover Assembly (Includes 34, 37) 26 532004939 Spring, Retainer 5 532411397 Chute, Upper 27 532198128 Support Assembly
