6.To assemble the grasscatcher:

a.Place bag over frame (black plastic side is the bottom of bag.) Insert the hooks on the frame through the holes in the side plastic channels of the bag. See Figure 6.

b.Secure bag to frame by working the plastic channels on bag over frame as shown in Figure 6. All of the plastic channels except center top of bag attach from the outside of bag. Center top of bag attaches from the inside of bag.

7.Attaching Grass Catcher to Mower

a.Lift the rear discharge door on the mower, and place the grass catcher on the pivot rod. Let go of discharge door so that it rests on the grass catcher. See Figure 7.

WARNING: Never operate mower unless the hooks on the grass catcher are firmly seated on the pivot rod, and the rear discharge door rests firmly against top of the grass catcher.

8.To remove grass catcher and utilize the mulching feature:

a.Lift rear discharge door on the mower as shown in Figure 7. Lift grass catcher up and out, off of the pivot rod. Release rear discharge door to allow it to close rear opening of mower.

9.The side discharge is an optional feature.

If converting to side discharge, make sure grass catcher is off unit and rear discharge door is closed.

a.On the side of the mower deck, lift the hinged mulching plug. See Figure 8.

b.Slide the two hooks on the side discharge deflec- tor under the hinge pin on the hinged mulching plug assembly. Lower the hinged mulching plug.

NOTE: Do not remove the hinged mulching plug at any time, even when you are not mulching.

Figure 8 - Optional Feature

Figure 5

Figure 6

Figure 7

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Setup and

Adjustments

NOTE: Make certain bag is turned right side out before assembling (warning label will be on the outside).

NOTE: Make certain cables are routed to the outside of the handle so they are not in the way when attaching the grass catcher.

WARNING

Never operate mower unless the hooks on the grass catcher are firmly seated on the pivot rod, and the rear discharge door rests firmly against top of the grass catcher.

All mowers are equipped with a rear protective guard. The guard helps eliminate projectiles thrown by the blade from injuring the operator.

DO NOT REMOVE THIS GUARD.

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Troy-Bilt 430 To assemble the grasscatcher, Attaching Grass Catcher to Mower, Side discharge is an optional feature

430 specifications

The Troy-Bilt 430 is an innovative and versatile piece of outdoor power equipment designed to meet the demands of homeowners seeking efficient and reliable landscaping tools. With its user-friendly features and robust technology, the Troy-Bilt 430 stands out among its competitors.

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