SECTION 1 – ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
D.Repeat procedure for left Handle Link.
E.Close catcher by pushing down on Handle.
F.Actuate Catcher Handle. Catcher should open and close smoothly with no binding. If the action is not smooth, adjustment to the hinge or handle links may be required.
HINGE PLATE
HARDWARE
PUSH
FIGURE 1.10
G.If hinge adjustment is required, loosen hinge plate hardware. For a tighter seal, push top of rear cover frame firmly against the Front Cover Assembly. Tighten hinge plate hardware securely. See Figure 1.10.
WARNING
The LT Bumper Kit,
STEP 6
STEP 7
AIR LIFT KIT,
Some Lawn Tractor models will not require the installation of the Air Lift Kit included with the Grass Catcher. Inspect the blade on your mower. If the blade does not have mounting holes for the Air Lift Kit, the blade is a High Lift version and does not require the kit. If the blade does have the holes in the lift area of the blade, install the Lift Kit. Installation instructions and the necessary hardware are included with the Air Lifts.
WARNING
Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injuries. Wear heavy gloves when working on or handling blades. DO NOT use blades that show signs of wear or damage.
WARNING
DO NOT operate machine without entire Grass Catcher or guards in place.
STEP 8
DECK ADAPTER INSTALLATION
The Discharge Deflector will have to be removed to install the Deck Adapter. Be careful to save the Deflector and all hardware removed for future use when not bagging.
A.Remove wing nuts, flat washers and bolts securing Deflector to side of deck. Save hardware. See Figure 1.11.
LT FRONT BUMPER KIT, #6-3123, INSTALLATION
The weight of the Clamshell Grass Catcher and contents affects the stability and handling of the machine. The Front Bumper Kit must be installed prior to operating the machine with the catcher installed. Failure to install the Bumper Kit could cause damage, serious injury or death. The Bumper Kit, included with this Grass Catcher Kit, comes with instructions and all of the hardware required to complete installation. Follow and complete each step carefully.
WING NUT
&FLAT WASHER
WING NUT & FLAT WASHER
DEFLECTOR
FIGURE 1.11
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