McCulloch Lawn Mower Accessory 96071002300 User Guide

OWNER’S MANUAL  
Model Number H338HL  
Product No. 960 71 00-23  
Mfg. ID No. 96071002300  
38 Inch Mower  
Grass Catcher  
• Assembly  
• Operation  
• Customer Responsibilities  
• Repair Parts  
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SAFETY RULES  
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers  
If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the  
IV. TOWING  
machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.  
Nevermakeanyadjustmentsorrepairswiththeengine  
running.  
Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for  
towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the  
hitch point.  
Check grass catcher components and the discharge  
guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's rec-  
ommended parts, when necessary.  
Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear  
gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.  
Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service  
as required.  
Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight  
limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.  
Neverallowchildrenorothersinorontowedequipment.  
On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may  
cause loss of traction and loss of control.  
Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.  
V. SERVICE  
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE  
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as  
necessary.  
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme  
careinhandlinggasoline. Gasolineisextremelyflammable  
and the vapors are explosive.  
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other  
sources of ignition.  
Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat-  
ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.  
Use only approved gasoline container.  
Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine  
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.  
Never fuel the machine indoors.  
Never store the machine or fuel container where there  
is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water  
heater or other appliances.  
Never carry passengers.  
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.  
Alwayslookdownandbehindbeforeandwhilebacking.  
Nevercarrychildren,evenwiththebladesshutoff. They  
may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with  
safemachineoperation.Childrenwhohavebeengiven  
rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing  
area for another ride and be run over or backed over  
by the machine.  
Keepchildrenoutofthemowingareaandinthewatchful  
care of a responsible adult other than the operator.  
Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area.  
Before and while backing, look behind and down for  
small children.  
Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not across.  
Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the  
area.  
Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have  
to stop or shift while on the slope.  
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or  
trailer bed with plastic liner. Always place containers  
on the ground away from your vehicle when filling.  
Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or  
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,  
then refuel such equipment with a portable container,  
rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.  
Keepthenozzleincontactwiththerimofthefueltankor  
container opening at all times until fueling is complete.  
Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.  
Iffuelisspilledonclothing,changeclothingimmediately.  
Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten  
securely.  
GENERAL SERVICE  
Never operate machine in a closed are.  
Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment  
is in safe working condition.  
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper  
operation regularly.  
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris  
build-up. Cleanoilorfuelspillageandremoveanyfuel-  
soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing.  
Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the  
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 possible.  
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".  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
SAFETY RULES .........................................................2-3  
CARTON CONTENTS ................................................... 4  
ASSEMBLY.................................................................5-8  
OPERATION .................................................................. 9  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES............................... 10  
STORAGE.................................................................... 10  
REPAIR PARTS ........................................................... 11  
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KNOW YOUR GRASS CATCHER  
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR GRASS  
CATCHER. 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 objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe  
eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tractor and while mowing.  
We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.  
COMPLETE BAGGER MUST BE IN PLACE BEFORE OPERATING MOWER  
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS  
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY  
(1) 9/16" Wrench  
Remove all parts and packing materials from carton.  
SHOULDER  
BOLTS  
Check carton contents against list. Be sure all parts  
are there.  
PARTS IDENTIFICATION:  
(1) Support Assembly  
(1) Cover Assembly  
(2) Shoulder Bolts  
(1) Retainer Spring  
(2) Adapters  
CARTON CONTENTS:  
(3) Container Tops  
(3) Container Bottoms  
(1) Upper Chute  
SUPPORT  
ASSEMBLY  
(1) Lower Chute  
RETAINER  
SPRING  
ADAPTER  
COVER  
ASSEMBLY  
FULL  
BAG  
INDICATOR  
CHUTE LATCH  
UPPER  
CHUTE  
LOWER CHUTE  
ATTACHING  
STRAPS  
GRASS  
CATCHER  
CONTAINERS  
LOWER  
CHUTE  
NOTE: When right hand (R.H.) and left hand (L.H.) are mentioned in this manual, it means when you are seated on the  
tractor, in the operator's position.  
CAUTION: BEFORE ASSEMBLING GRASS CATCHER TO TRACTOR:  
Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.  
Place gearshift/motion control lever in "NEUTRAL" position.  
Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.  
Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.  
Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.  
Disconnect spark plug wire from plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug.  
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ASSEMBLY  
3. Align support assembly pin with hole in drawbar and  
BAGGER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY  
hang assembly over the shoulder bolts.  
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4. Besuresupportassemblyisseatedproperlyandsecure  
with retainer spring supplied.  
Determine which type drawbar you have on your tractor.  
Compare the drawbar illustrations below to the drawbar  
located at the rear of your tractor.  
SHOULDER  
BOLTS  
Follow the support assembly instructions that apply to your  
type drawbar.  
SUPPORT  
ASSEMBLY  
DRAWBAR B  
DRAWBAR A  
PIN  
DRAWBAR A (See Figs. 1A, 1B & 1C)  
1. Remove and discard the upper bolt on both sides of  
the drawbar. Using the same holes, install the shoulder  
bolts supplied and tighten securely.  
RETAINER  
SPRING  
FIG. 1C  
REMOVE AND DISCARD  
UPPER BOLTS AND INSTALL  
SHOULDER BOLTS SUPPLIED  
DRAWBAR B (See Fig. 1D)  
1. Discard adapters provided - not required for drawbar  
type B.  
2. Align support assembly pin with hole in drawbar and  
hang assembly over the shoulder bolts.  
3. Besuresupportassemblyisseatedproperlyandsecure  
with retainer spring supplied.  
SHOULDER  
BOLTS  
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DRAWBAR  
FIG. 1A  
2. Install adapter to both sides of support assembly as  
shown.  
SUPPORT  
ASSEMBLY  
ADAPTER  
3064  
PIN  
RETAINER  
SPRING  
FIG. 1D  
FIG. 1B  
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CONTAINER ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 3)  
MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY TO  
SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 2)  
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1. Place bottom half inside of top half, as shown.  
2. Place one foot inside bottom half and lift top half to  
meet bottom half.  
3. Press halves tightly together while lifting top to lock  
into place as shown.  
NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the  
assistance of another person for mounting cover assembly  
to tractor.  
1. Position cover assembly on ground behind tractor.  
2. Liftandrotatecovertoaligncoverbracketswithsupport  
assembly tubes.  
3. Slide cover assembly down onto the support tubes.  
IMPORTANT:BEFORELOCKINGTHETABS,HOOKEDEDGES  
ON BOTH HALVES MUST OVERLAP TO FORM SEAL AS  
SHOWN IN INSET.  
4. Repeat for other containers.  
CONTAINER  
BOTTOM HALF  
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CONTAINER  
TOP HALF  
COVER  
ASSEMBLY  
SUPPORT  
ASSEMBLY  
PRESS TOGETHER  
TO FORM SEAL  
CONTAINER  
WHILE LIFTING  
TOP HALF  
TOP HALF  
CONTAINER  
BOTTOM  
HALF  
LOCKING  
TAB  
03024  
FIG. 2  
FIG. 3  
ASSEMBLY CHECK: Squeeze sides of lower half of con-  
tainer and check that there is no gap between upper and  
lower halves. If a gap appears, unlock tabs to separate  
container halves and repeat instructions above.  
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CONTAINER MOUNTING (See Fig. 4)  
COVER LATCH  
HANDLES  
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1. Install one container to left side first with warning to  
outside of unit. Install another container to center po-  
sition and one in right position.  
NOTE:Rightcontainershouldalwaysoverlapleftcontainer CONTAINER  
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2. Closecoverandlocklatchhandlesovercentersupport  
tubes.  
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CONTAINER  
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CONTAINER  
HANDLE  
FIG. 4  
LOWER CHUTE (See Fig. 5A)  
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DEFLECTOR SHIELD  
HINGE BRACKET  
1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.  
2. Placeslotinlowerchuteovertabonmowerandposition  
lower chute over mower opening as shown.  
EXTENDED EDGE "B"  
Must be under deflector shield  
3. Hook rear latch into flange hole on back of mower.  
4. Hook front latch into tab hole on front of mower.  
TAB  
and along side the hinge bracket  
If your tractor is equipped with gauge wheels on the  
deck, then it will be necessary to hook the rear latch  
into the hole in the R.H. gauge wheel bracket.  
CAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield  
from mower. Raise and hold shield when  
attaching lower chute and allow it to rest  
on chute while in operation.  
DEFLECTOR  
SHIELD  
03058  
REAR GAUGE  
WHEEL  
BRACKET  
FRONT  
LATCH  
WITH REAR  
GAUGE WHEELS  
FIG. 5A  
REAR LATCH  
WITHOUT  
GAUGE WHEELS  
REAR LATCH  
FIG. 5A  
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UPPER CHUTE (See Figs. 6A & 6B)  
LEVEL MOWER  
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1. Lower mower to its lowest cutting position.  
2. Assemble upper chute by inserting curved end into  
hole in back of cover.  
Be sure mower is properly leveled for best mower  
performance. See your tractors owner's manual for  
instructions  
NOTE: Handle carefully so as not to damage full bagger  
indicator.  
COVER  
UPPER  
CHUTE  
FIG. 6A  
3. Push in and turn upper chute until it is in line with lower  
chute.  
4. Align the bosses on lower chute with alignment slots  
on upper chute and slide together.  
5. Secure with rubber latch by hooking hole in latch over  
latch pin.  
FULL BAG  
INDICATOR  
COVER  
UPPER  
CHUTE  
HANDLE  
LATCH PIN  
RUBBER  
LATCH  
LOWER  
CHUTE  
ALIGN-  
MENT  
SLOT  
BOSSES  
FIG. 6B  
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OPERATION  
Avoid cutting wet grass or in the morning while the dew  
TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING  
OPERATION:  
Follow the mower operation instructions in your tractor  
owner's manual.  
is still heavy. Grass clippings collected under these  
conditions tend to be sticky and adhere to the walls of  
the flow path causing clogging.  
Your bagger is equipped with a full bagger indicator.  
Movement of the wheel increases as the bags fill. The  
wheel will be spinning fastest just before the bags fill  
completely. When the wheel stops, it indicates that the  
bags are full and the chutes have become clogged.  
When operating your grass catcher on a lawn where grass  
and leaf bagging equipment has not been used, you are  
picking up thatch and debris that has accumulated 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 catcher.  
NOTE: To help prevent clogging of chutes, check/empty  
bagswhenthewheelisspinningfast. Experiencewillteach  
you the best time to empty the bags.  
Always run throttle at full speed when bagging.  
Care should be taken not to damage the parts and that  
the wheel spins freely at the beginning of each use.  
If the grass catcher fails to pick up cut grass or leaves,  
it is an indication that clogging has occurred in the  
system or that the grass catcher containers are full.  
Usually this is indicated by the stopped movement of  
the full bagger indicator.  
Select a gear low enough to give good mower cutting  
performance, good quality cut and good bagging per-  
formance.  
NOTE: It may be necessary to overlap width of cut to suit  
your conditions.  
If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice. The  
first time relatively high, the second time to desired  
height.  
a. Disengage blades, shift into neutral, engage the  
parking brake and stop the engine.  
- Raise seat. Unlatch and raise cover.  
- Slide out containers and dispose of clippings .  
- Replace containers, close cover, and latch.  
b. Unlatch chutes and check for clogging.  
- Remove all debris in chutes.  
Use left hand side of mower for trimming.  
Plastic trash bags can be inserted inside grass catcher  
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. Raise seat. Unlatch and raise cover.  
- Reassemble and latch chutes  
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.  
c. Check to insure full bagger indicator has not be-  
come clogged.  
- The air passage hole must be clear of debris.  
Gentlyinsertasmalltwigorwireintopassageway  
to clear.  
e. Tip the container on its side and slide the filled bag  
from the container.  
f. Install a new plastic lawn bag with the edges of  
the bag draped over upper lip of the container.  
CAUTION  
g. Repeat for other containers.  
h. Reinstall containers making sure right container  
overlaps left container at center supports.  
j. Closecoverandsecurelatchesovercentersupport  
tubes.  
• Do not operate mower with grass catcher  
partially installed.  
• Disengage blades and stop engine before  
leaving tractor seat to empty containers,  
unclogging chutes, etc.  
• Close cover before starting.  
• Disengage mower when crossing driveways  
or gravel surfaces and other areas where  
thrown objects could be a hazard.  
• Do not attempt to vacuum up cans or other  
potentially hazardous projectiles.  
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES  
STORAGE  
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS  
When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of time,  
clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grass, leaves, etc. Store  
in a clean, dry place.  
Always observe safety rules when performing any main-  
tenance.  
Before each use check for loose fasteners.  
Clean unit thoroughly after each use.  
CAUTION: Do not leave grass in bag-  
gercontainers. Emptycontainersafter  
each use and before storing. Failure to  
do so may result in spontaneous com-  
bustionwhichcoulddevelopintoafire.  
BLADE CARE  
Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbekeptsharp. Replace  
bent or damaged blades.  
See BLADE CARE instructions in your tractor owner's  
manual.  
CAUTION:BEFOREPERFORMINGANY  
MAINTENANCE,SERVICEORADJUST-  
MENTS:  
Depress clutch brake pedal fully and  
set parking brake.  
Place gearshift/motion control lever in  
"NEUTRAL" position.  
Placeclutchcontrolin"DISENGAGED"  
position.  
Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.  
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.  
CAUTION: Grass catcher components  
are subject to wear, damage and  
deterioration, which could expose  
moving parts or allow objects to be  
thrown. Frequentlycheckcomponents  
and replace with manufacturer's  
recommended parts, when necessary.  
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