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All Manuals Search And Download.   TABLE OF CONTENTS   SAFETY RULES ....................................................................................................................... 4-6   CARTON CONTENTS ..................................................................................................................7   ASSEMBLY .......................................................................................................................... 8 - 10   OPERATION ............................................................................................................................... 11   CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES..............................................................................................12   PARTS .................................................................................................................................. 13-14   3 Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   SAFETY RULES   SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS   DANGER !   THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OFAMPUTATING HANDSAND FEETAND THROWING OB-   JECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERI-   OUS INJURYOR DEATH.   I. GENERAL OPERATION   • • • Read, understand and follow all instructions in   the manual and on the machine before starting.   • Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other   debris buildup which can touch hot exhaust/   engine parts and burn. Do not allow the mower   deck to plow leaves or other debris which can   cause buildup to occur. Clean any oil or fuel   spillage before operating or storing the machine.   Allow machine to cool before storage.   Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar   with the instructions, to operate the machine.   Clear the area of objects such as rocks, stones,   toys, wire etc., which could be picked up and   thrown by the blades.   • Be sure the area is clear of all people and pets   before mowing. Stop the machine if anyone   enters the area.   II. SLOPE OPERATION   Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control   and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe   injury or death.All slopes require extra caution. If you   cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it,   do not mow it.   • • Never carry passengers or children even with   blades off.   Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely   necessary. Always look down and behind before   and while backing.   DO   • • Mow up and down slopes (10° Max.), not across.   • Be aware of the mower discharge direction and   do not direct it towards anyone. Do not operate   the mower without either the entire grass bagger   or the guard in place.   Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs,   etc.   • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain   could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide   obstacles.   • • Slow down before turning.   Never leave the machine unattended when the   engine is running. Always turn off the blades, set   the parking brake, stop the engine and remove   the key before leaving the machine.   • Use slow speed. Choose a low speed so that   you will not have to stop while on the slope.   • Use extra care with grass baggers or other   attachments. These can change the stability of   the machine.   • • Turn off blades when not mowing.   Stop engine before removing grass bagger or   unclogging chute.   • • Keep all movement on the slopes slow and   gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed   or direction.   • • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.   Do not operate the machine while under the   influence of alcohol or drugs.   Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose   traction, disengage the blades and proceed   slowly straight down the slope.   • • • Watch out for traffic when operating near or   crossing roadways.   Use extra care when loading and unloading the   machine onto a trailer or truck.   Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and   above, are involved in a large percentage of riding   mower-related injuries. These operators should   evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower   safely enough to protect themselves and others   from serious injury.   • DO NOT operate mower with grass bagger,   unless the front weights are installed.   4 Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   SAFETY RULES   SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS   DO NOT   IV. SERVICE   • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and   • The operation of any mower can result in foreign   then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if   possible.   objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in   severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses   or eye shields while operating your mower or   performing any adjustments or repairs. We   recommend a wide vision safety mask over   spectacles or standard safety glasses.   • Do not mow near drop-off, ditches, or embank-   ments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a   wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an   edge caves in.   • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other   fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explo-   sive.   • • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction   could cause sliding.   Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting   your foot on the ground.   - Use only an approved container.   - Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the   engine running.   III. CHILDREN   Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert   to the presence of children. Children are often at-   tracted to the machine and the mowing activity.   Never assume that children will remain where you   last saw them.   - - - - Allow engine to cool before refueling.   Do not smoke.   Never refuel the machine indoors.   Never store the machine or fuel container   inside where there is an open flame, such as   a water heater.   • • • • • NEVER allow children to operate the ma-   chine.   • • Never run a machine inside a closed area.   Keep children out of the mowing area and under   the watchful care of another responsible adult.   Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attach-   ment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good   condition.   Be alert and turn off the machine if children enter   the area.   • Never tamper with safety devices. Check there   proper operation regularly.   Before and when backing, look behind and down   for small children.   • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other   debris buildup. Clean oil or fuel spillage.Allow   machine to cool before storing.   Never carry children. They may fall off and be   seriously injured or interfere with safe machine   operation.   • • • Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an   object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.   • Use extra care when approaching blind corners,   shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure   vision.   Never make adjustments or repairs with the   engine running.   Grass bagger components are subject to wear,   damage, and deterioration, which could expose   moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.   Frequently check components and replace with   manufacturer’s recommended parts, when   necessary.   • • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the   blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution   when servicing them.   Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and   service as shown in the Operator’s manual.   5 Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   SAFETY RULES   SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS   • • • • NEVER allow children to operate the ma-   chine.   CAUTION   Be sure the area is clear of other people before   mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.   In order to prevent accidental starting   when setting up, transporting, adjusting or   making repairs, always disconnect spark   plug wire and place wire where it cannot   contact spark plug.   Never carry passengers or children even with the   blades off.   Do not drive in reverse unless absolutely neces-   sary. Always look down and behind before and   while backing.   • Never carry children. They may fall off and be   seriously injured or interfere with safe machine   operation.   WARNING   • • • Keep children out of the mowing area and under   the watchful care of another responsible adult.   DO NOT tow any trailers, etc. with this   mower. They may jackknife or over turn   causing damage to the mower and possibly   serious injury to the operator.   Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the   area.   Before and when backing, look behind and down   for small children.   • • • Mow up and down slopes (10° Max), not across.   Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.   Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain   could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide   obstacles.   WARNING   Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and   certain vehicle components contain or emit   chemicals known to the State of California to   cause cancer and birth defects or other   reproductive harm.   • • Use a slow speed while on slope or hill.   Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose   traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly   straight down the slope.   • • If machine stops while going uphill, disengage   blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly.   Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and   then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if pos-   sible.   WARNING   Battery posts, terminals and related   accessories contain lead and lead   compounds, chemicals know to the State of   California to cause cancer and birth defects   or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after   handling.   CAUTION   Look for this symbol to point out important safety   precautions. It means   CAUTION! BECOMEALERT!   YOUR SAFETYIS INVOLVED.   6 Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS   CARTON 1 CONTENTS   1 - Upper Chute   1 - Flex Hose   1 - Bagger Support   2 - High Lift Blades   2 - Support Straps   1 - Weight Box   1 - Owner’s Manual   1 - Hanger Bracket   1 - Weight Kit   1 - Hose Clamp   1 - Cast Weight   1 - Baffle   • Remove all parts and packing materials from both   cartons.   • Check carton contents against list. Be sure all   parts are there.   1 - DischargeAdapter   1 - Decal   1 - Discharge Mount Bracket   CARTON 2 CONTENTS   1 - CoverAssembly   2 - Soft Bag Containers   PARTS IDENTIFICATION   Cover   Assembly   Flex Hose   Grass   Catcher   Containers   NOTE: When right hand (R.H.) and left hand (L.H.) are mentioned in this manual, it means when you are   seated on the mower in the operator’s position.   CAUTION   BEFORE ASSEMBLING GRASS BAGGER TO MOWER:   • • • • • Set parking brake.   Place motion control levers in “NEUTRAL” position.   Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key.   Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.   Disconnect spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with   plug.   7 Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   ASSEMBLY   CHANGING BLADES   WARNING!   DISCHARGE ADAPTER   1 2 1. Reinstall deck to machine. Refer to Operator's   Manual, if necessary.   2. Remove grass deflector from mower deck by   pulling hairpin cotter and deflector pin.   Blades are sharp. Protect your   hands with gloves and/or wrap   blades with a heavy cloth when   handling.   3. Position discharge adapter assembly on deck.   Run deflector pin through the deflector spring and   the mounting brackets on the deflector and mower   deck. Slip spring end through lock slot on the   deflector mouning bracket. Secure deflector pin   with hairpin cotter.   For the collection system to operate properly you will   need to replace the cutting blades on your unit with   the high lift blades in the kit.   1. Remove mower deck from machine. Refer to   Operator's Manual, if necessary.   Hair Pin Cotter   Deflector Pin   2. Remove standard mower blades from deck and   install high lift blades provided to mower deck.   Individual preferences may vary, depending on   mowing conditions and on the type and heaviness   of grass to be bagged.   Lock Slot   Mower Deck   NOTE: There are two different types of high lift   blades with the grass catcher. The blade with   highest lift should be put on hub nearest the   discharge opening. The blade with the lower lift   should be put on the trim side hub.   8059-048   Deflector Spring   Rear Baffle   Top View of Deck   3. Install rear baffle by aligning with holes at rear of   discharge chute. From inside deck, install ¼-20 x   ¾" bolt through slotted hole in baffle and extend   through deck wall. Attach ¼ washer and ¼-20   nyloc nut. Install 5/16-18 x ¾" carriage bolt in   square hole in the same manner and attach 5/16   washer and 5/16-18 nyloc nut. Lift baffle to top of   slot and tighten hardware.   4. Spin mower blade several times to check for   sufficient clearance. CONTACTBETWEEN   BLADEAND MULCHER PARTS MAY RESULT IN   SERIOUS INJURY.   8 Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   ASSEMBLY   BAGGER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY   MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY TO   SUPPORTASSEMBLY   3 4 NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish assis-   tance from another person for mounting the cover   assembly to mower.   1. Attach bagger support to engine guard using four   3 /8   -16 x ¾ bolts and four 3/8 -16 nyloc nuts.   2. Using bagger support as a template, drill two 11/32   holes through the engine guard toward the   bottom. (See illustration)   1. Position cover assembly on ground behind mower.   2. Lift and rotate cover to align the cover bracket with   hanger bracket and slide the cover down until   secure.   3. Attach hanger bracket to bagger support with four   5/16 -18 x 1 carriage bolts and four 5/16 nyloc nuts.   (See illustration)   4. Remove top side bolts on the engine guard.   Attach support straps and engine guard to frame   using two 5/16 -18 x 1 carriage bolts and two   5/16 -18 nyloc nuts.(See illustration) Make sure   support strap tabs are facing toward the rear.   Attach tab end of support straps to bagger   support using two 5/16-18 x 1 bolts and two 5/16 -18   nyloc nuts.   Frame Bracket   Hanger   Bracket   Hanger Bracket   CONTAINER MOUNTING   Support Strap Tab   5 1. Install container, centering between support   tubes.   Bagger Support   Engine Guard   NOTE: One container should always overlap   the other container at supports.   2. Close cover and lock latch handles over center   support tubes.   Cover Latch   Handle   Support Strap   Drill Two 11/32 holes into   engine guard to match   these holes   Container   Bags   WARNING   DO NOT operate mower unless container is   properly installed. Container is subject to wear   and deterioration, check containers frequently,   replace when cracked or damaged. Use only a   recommended replacement container.   Support   Tubes   9 Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   ASSEMBLY   UPPER CHUTE   FRONT WEIGHTS   6 7 1. Attached flex tube to blower and secure with the   hose clamp.   1. Center the weight box on the front face of foot   plate, as illustrated. Use the holes in weight box   as a template to mark and drill four 11/32" diameter   holes in foot plate.   2. Slide opposite flex hose end into upper chute.   3. Push upper chute through the gasketed opening   in the cover assembly.   2. Attach the weight box to foot plate with four   5/16-18 x ½" carriage bolts and 5/16" nyloc nuts.   3. Install weight in weight box.   4. Rotate flex tube and upper chute so that the   chute opening is downwards toward the container   bags.   Cover Gasket   CAUTION   DO NOT operate mower with grass bagger,   unless the front weights are installed.   Weight Box   Rotate Upper Chute   to point downwards   towards bags   Install Weight   In Box   10   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   OPERATION   TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING   OPERATION   Follow the mower operation instructions in your mower   operator’s manual.   • Avoid cutting wet grass or in the morning while   the dew is still heavy. Grass clippings collected   under these conditions tend to be sticky and   adhere to the walls of the flow path causing   clogging.   When operating your grass bagger on a lawn where   grass and leaf bagging equipment has not been used,   you are picking up thatch and debris that has accumu-   lated for long periods of time. The amount collected   and the total time of operation may be greater than   you will experience with regular use of your grass   bagger.   • If the grass bagger fails to pick up cut grass or   leaves, it is an indication that clogging has   occurred in the system or that the grass bagger   containers are full.   • • Always run throttle at full speed when bagging.   a. Disengage blades, place motion control levers   in neutral position, engage parking brake and   stop engine.   Select a speed low enough to give good mower   cutting performance, good quality cut and good   bagging performance.   - - Unlatch and raise cover.   Slide out containers and dispose of   clippings.   NOTE: It may be necessary to overlap width of   cut to suit your conditions.   - Replace containers, close cover, and   latch.   • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed   twice. The first time relatively high, the second   time to desired height.   b. Check for clogging.   - - Remove all debris in chute.   • • Use left hand side of mower for trimming.   Reassemble chutes.   Plastic trash bags (3.0 mil, 30 gallon) can be   inserted inside grass bagger containers for ease   of debris disposal. To remove the plastic trash   bags when full:   a. Disengage blades, shift into neutral, engage   the parking brake and stop the engine.   b. Unlatch and raise cover.   c. Remove one container at a time by grasping   container handles and pulling toward the rear,   off of the tube rails.   d. With the container resting on the ground,   close and secure the top of the plastic lawn   bag.   e. Tip the container on its side and slide the   filled bag from the container.   CAUTION   f. Install a new plastic lawn bag with the edges   of the bag draped over upper lip of the Con-   tainer (for replacement bags refer to RE-   PLACEMENT PARTS).   • DO NOT operate mower with grass bagger   partially installed.   • Disengage blades and stop engine before   leaving mower seat to empty containers,   unclogging chutes, etc.   g. Repeat for other containers.   h. Reinstall containers making sure right   container overlaps left container at center   supports.   • Close cover before starting.   • Disengage mower blades when crossing   driveways or gravel surfaces and other   areas where thrown objects could be a   hazard.   i. Close cover and secure latches over center   support tubes.   • DO NOT attempt to vacuum up cans or other   potentially hazardous projectiles.   11   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES   GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS   STORAGE   Always observe safety rules when performing any   maintenance.   When grass bagger is to be stored for a period of time,   clean 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   For best results mower blades must be kept sharp.   Replace bent or damaged blades.   • See BLADE CARE instructions in your mower   operator’s manual.   CAUTION   Do not leave grass in bagger containers.   Empty containers after each use and before   storing. Failure to do so may result in sponta-   neous combustion which could develop into a   fire.   CAUTION   BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE,   SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:   • • Set parking brake.   Place motion control levers in   “NEUTRAL” position.   • Place clutch control in “DISENGAGED”   position.   CAUTION   • • Turn ignition key to “OFF” position.   Grass bagger components are subject to wear,   damage and deterioration, which could   expose moving parts or allow objects to be   thrown. Frequently check components and   replace with manufacturer’s recommended   parts,   Make sure blades and all moving parts   have completely stopped.   • Disconnect spark plug wire(s) from spark   plug(s) and place wire where it cannot   come in contact with plug.   when necessary.   12   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   PARTS   8 2 9 11   4 9 9 9 10   7 8 5 8 6 3 14   1 12   13   15   ITEM P/N   QTY. DESCRIPTION   ITEM P/N   QTY. DESCRIPTION   1 .. 532 124670.... 1...RETAINER SPRING   2 .. 532 127533.... 1...SCREEN, COVER   3 .. 539 108100.... 1...GASKET, COVER   4 .. 532 130895.... 1...LATCH. HANDLE, COVER   5 .. 532 132796.... 1...SPRING COVER, LT   6 .. 532 132983.... 1...SPRING COVER, RT   7 .. 532 133235.... 1...SPACER, COVER   8 .. 539 976977.... 8...NUT, 10-24 HEX W/NYLOC   9 .. 539 991034....8... 10-24 x 5/8 WASHER HD ZD   10 .. 532 414173....1... STRIP, REINFORCEMENT   11 .. 532 160274....1... COVER TOP   12 .. 532 174083....3... CAP PLUG TUBING END   13 .. 532 414172....1... FRAME ASSEMBLY, 2-BIN   14 .. 532 192786....1... PIN, HINGE PIVOT   15 .. 532 400226....2... CONTAINER BAG SOFT   13   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   PARTS   8 7 4 5 11   1 5 9 6 2 14   20   10   3 25   6 19   5 23   22   24   17   18   6 15   16   16   6 13   12   14   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   PARTS   ITEM P/N   QTY. DESCRIPTION   ITEM P/N   QTY. DESCRIPTION   14 .. 539 990209 .... 2...HCS 5/16-18 x 1 GR 5 ZD   15 .. 539 990188.... 2...WASHER, 5/16, SAE   16 .. 539 990316.... 6...RHSNB, 5/16 -18 X ¾, GR5   17 .. 539 115243 .... 1...BAFFLE   18 .. 539 116715..... 1...DISCHARGE MOUNT BRCKT   19 .. 539 115244 .... 1...HI LIFT BLADE, 36", RIGHT   20 .. 539 115245 .... 1...HI LIFT BLADE, 36", LEFT   21 .. 539 990580.... 2...HCS, ¼ -20 X ¾, GR5   22 .. 539 990055.... 2...WASHER, ¼, SAE   23 .. 539 976978.... 2...NUT, ¼ -20, NYLOC   24 .. 539 115401 .... 1...DECAL, G.C. WARNING   25 .. 539 116714 .... 1...DISCHARGE ADAPTER   1 .. 539 131279 .... 1... SUPPORT - BAGGER   2 .. 539 990134 .... 4... HCS 3/8-16 x ¾ GR 5 ZD   3 .. 539 976979 .... 4... NUT 3/8-16 HEX NYLOC ZD   4 .. 539 131277 .... 1... BRACKET, HANGER   5 .. 539 990208 .... 6... RRSNB 5/16-18 X 1 GR 5 ZD   6 .. 539 990717 .. 14... NUT 5/16-18 HEX NYLOC ZD   7 .. 539 115938 ..... 1... FLEX HOSE, 50"   8 .. 539 131190..... 1... UPPER CHUTE   9 .. 539 115719 ..... 1... HOSE CLAMP   10 .. 539 131282 .... 1... SUPPORT STRAP, LEFT   11 .. 539 131284 .... 1... SUPPORT STRAP, RIGHT   12 .. 539 121399 .... 1... CAST WEIGHT   13 .. 539 131343 .... 1... WEIGHT BOX   15   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   539 131613 IR   08/15/07   Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.   |