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-
tant safety precautions. It means CAU-
Never carry passengers or children even with the blades
off.TION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always
look down and behind before and while backing.
Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriouslyCAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in
injured or interfere with safe machine operation.
neutral, you may lose control of the
Keep children out of the mowing area and under thetractor.
watchful care of another responsible adult.
Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.
Before and when backing, look behind and down for smallCAUTION: Tow only the attachments
children.that are recommended by and comply
Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not across.with specifications of the manufactu-
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.rer of your tractor. Use common
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain couldsense when towing. Operate only at
overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.the lowest possible speed when on a
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not haveslope. Too heavy of a load, while on
to stop or shift while on the slope.a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose
traction with the ground and cause
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight downyou to lose control of your tractor.
the slope.
If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift
into reverse and back down slowly.CAUTION: In order to prevent
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turnaccidental starting when setting up,
slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.transporting, adjusting or making
repairs, always disconnect spark plug
wire and place wire where it cannot
contact spark plug.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new Grass Catcher. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to
give you the best possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/
department. They have competent, well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your Grass Catcher
properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".
NOTE: To make debris disposal easier 30 gallon plastic trash bags may be inserted in plastic grass containers. To order, see
repair parts section of this manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES ........................................................CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES2-3 .............................. 12
BAG OF PARTS .........................................................STORAGE ...................................................................4-512
ASSEMBLY ..............................................................6-10REPAIR PARTS .......................... CENTER OF MANUAL
OPERATION ................................................................ 11
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