Poulan Lawn Mower Accessory 140603 User Guide

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OWNER’S MANUAL  
Model No. C38D  
Product No. 954 14 00-50  
38 Inch Mower  
Grass Catcher  
• Assembly  
• Operation  
• Customer Responsibilities  
• Repair Parts  
140603 Rev. 6 8.19.03 rad  
Printed in U.S.A.  
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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  
important safety precautions. It means  
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR  
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.  
Never carry passengers or children even with the blades  
off.  
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 seriously  
injured or interfere with safe machine operation.  
Keepchildrenoutofthemowingareaandunderthewatchful  
care of another responsible adult.  
CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill  
in neutral, you may lose control of  
the tractor.  
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 (15° Max), not across.  
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.  
Watchforholes,ruts,orbumps.Uneventerraincouldoverturn  
the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.  
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not  
have to stop or shift while on the slope.  
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,  
disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the  
slope.  
CAUTION:Towonlytheattachments  
that are recommended by and  
comply with specifications of  
the manufacturer of your tractor.  
Use common sense when towing.  
Operate only at the lowest possible  
speed when on a slope. Too heavy  
of a load, while on a slope, is  
dangerous. Tires can lose traction  
with the ground and cause you to  
lose control of your tractor.  
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.  
CAUTION: In order to prevent  
accidental starting when setting  
up,transporting,adjustingormaking  
repairs, always disconnect spark  
plug wire and place wire where it  
cannot contact spark plug.  
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a 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  
BAG OF PARTS..........................................................4-5  
ASSEMBLY.................................................................... 6  
OPERATION ................................................................ 11  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES............................... 12  
STORAGE.................................................................... 12  
PREPARATION.......................................................13-14  
REPAIR PARTS...................................Center of Manual  
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KNOWYOUR GRASS CATCHER  
READTHISOWNER'SMANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREASSEMBLINGOROPERATINGYOURGRASSCATCHER.  
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 wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety  
glasses.  
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CARTON CONTENTS:  
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS  
Remove all parts and packing materials from carton.  
(2) Container Tops  
(1) Mounting Bracket  
Foldapstoinsideofcartonandturncartonupsidedown  
on floor of work area. To protect grass catcher cover  
duringassemblyplacecoverupsidedownonoverturned  
carton.  
(2) Container Bottoms (1) Cover Assembly  
(1) Upper Chute  
(1) Lower Chute  
(1) Support Post  
(1) Cover Seal  
(1) Bag of Parts  
(1) Owner's Manual  
Check carton contents against list. Be sure all parts  
are there.  
NOTE: For ease of assembly, aside of your work area, lay out all hardware in the following groups. Each step of the as-  
sembly instructions will identify the group needed for that step.  
BAG OF PARTS CONTENTS  
ASSEMBLY  
LOCATION  
HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE  
GROUP "A"  
MOWER  
DECK  
BAFFLE  
(1) Bolt 3/8-16 x 1-1/4  
(1) Locknut 3/8-16  
GROUP "B"  
REAR  
MOUNTING  
BRACKET  
TO  
(4) Bolt 5/16 - 18 x 3/4  
(4) Locknut 5/16-18  
DRAW BAR  
(4) Shoulder Bolt - Self Tapping  
GROUP "C"  
SUPPORT  
POST  
TO  
CONTAINER  
SUPPORT  
(3) Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 3/4  
(3) Locknut 5/16-18  
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BAG OF PARTS CONTENTS (continued)  
GROUP "D"  
SUPPORT  
POST  
(1) Bracket Support Pin  
TO  
MOUNTING  
BRACKET  
(1) Retainer Spring  
(3) Tubing End Caps  
GROUP "E"  
LOWER  
CHUTE  
ASSEMBLY  
TO  
(1) Wing Nut  
(1) Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.  
MOWER  
DECK  
GROUP "F"  
CHUTE  
LATCH  
ASSEMBLY  
TO  
UPPER  
CHUTE  
(1) Screw #10 x 1-1/8  
(1) Spacer, Split #10  
(2) Washer 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.  
(1) Nut, Acorn #10  
GROUP "G"  
(1) Rubber Latch  
CHUTE  
LATCH  
ASSEMBLY  
TO  
LOWER  
CHUTE  
(1) Washer, Lock #10  
(1) Washer 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. (1) Nut, Weld #10  
(1) Screw #10 x 5/8  
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ASSEMBLY  
BEFOREYOU START TO ASSEMBLE THE GRASS CATCHER  
Some tractor models may need minor modifications before you can mount the grass catcher to the tractor. Look care-  
fully at the mower deck on your tractor and compare the deck mandrel to the illustrations below. If your mower deck  
mandrel looks like STYLE "A", your tractor is ready - proceed with the grass catcher assembly. If your mower deck  
mandrel looks like STYLE "B", go to the PREPARATION section in this manual.  
DECK MANDREL  
DECK MANDREL  
STYLE "A"  
STYLE "B"  
UPPER CHUTE  
PARTS IDENTIFICATION  
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CONTAINERS  
CHUTE LATCH  
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LOWER CHUTE  
ATTACHING  
WING NUT  
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.  
(1) 3/8" Wrench  
(1) Drive Ratchet  
(1) 1/2" Wrench  
(2) 9/16" Wrenches  
(1) 1/2" Socket  
(1) 3" or longer Extension  
(1) Short Handle  
THESE ARE THE TOOLSYOU WILL NEED TO  
ASSEMBLEYOUR GRASS CATCHER:  
Phillips Screwdriver  
(1) 9/16" Deep well Socket  
CAUTION: BEFORE ASSEMBLING GRASS CATCHER TO TRACTOR:  
Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.  
Place gearshift/motion control lever in neutral (N) 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 spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact  
with plug.  
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MOWER DECK BAFFLE (See Fig. 1)  
Use Hardware - - GROUP "A"  
UPPER CORNER  
RIBS  
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RIBS  
1. Raise your tractor mower deck to its highest position.  
2. Install the hex bolt, and locknut through mower deck  
baffle and tighten securely.  
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BOLTS  
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LANCED TABS  
TOWARD BOTTOM  
FIG. 2B  
LOCKNUT  
BOLTS AND LOCKNUTS (See Fig. 2C)  
IMPORTANT: ON TRACTORS WITH FUEL TANK UNDER THE  
SEAT,THEDRAWBARMUSTBEREMOVEDFORINSTALLATION  
OF MOUNTING BRACKET.TO REMOVE DRAWBAR, REMOVE  
TWO HEX BOLTS ON BOTH SIDES OF DRAWBAR.  
MOWER DECK BAFFLE  
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1. Assemble the mounting bracket, lanced tabs towards  
bottom, using the four smaller inside holes on the  
drawbar.  
REAR MOUNTING BRACKET  
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(See Figs. 2A, 2B & 2C)  
NOTE:Ifyourtractordrawbardoesnothavethefourcorrect  
holes for mounting the bracket, refer to the PREPARATION  
section of this manual.  
2. Install the four bolts and locknuts as shown and tighten  
securely.  
NOTE: If your tractor already has four (4) shoulder bolts  
installed on the rear drawbar, simply hang the mounting  
bracket, lanced tabs towards bottom, on the bolts. Discard  
hardware group "B" and disregard the remaining Step 2  
instructions.  
3. If drawbar was removed from tractor, reassemble to  
tractor at this time. Tighten securely.  
BOLTS  
LOCKNUTS  
SHOULDER  
BOLTS  
DRAWBAR  
MOUNTING  
BOLTS  
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LANCED TABS  
TOWARD BOTTOM  
FIG. 2A  
LANCED TABS TOWARD BOTTOM  
FIG. 2C  
If your tractor does not have four (4) shoulder bolts installed  
on the drawbar, follow the instructions below.  
COVER SEAL (See Fig. 3)  
Use Hardware - - GROUP "B"  
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Only one set of hardware in GROUP "B" will be used to  
mount the rear mounting bracket. To determine which set  
is correct for your tractor, check to see if there are (2) two  
upper corner ribs on each side of drawbar. If your tractor  
has the upper corner ribs, use the (4) four self tapping  
shoulder bolts.If your tractor does not have the corner ribs,  
use the set of (4) four bolts and locknuts.  
No hardware required  
1. Align mark on seal with mark at cover opening.  
2. Work seal into opening so cover sits between flanges  
of seal.  
ALIGNMENT  
MARKS  
SELF TAPPING SHOULDER BOLTS (See Fig. 2B)  
1. Using the four formed holes in the drawbar, install the  
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four shoulder bolts as shown and tighten securely.  
2. Hangthemountingbracket,lancedtabstowardsbottom,  
on the bolts.  
COVER SEAL  
FIG. 3  
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SUPPORT POST (See Fig. 4)  
Use Hardware - - GROUP "C"  
BRACKET  
SUPPORT PIN  
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COVER ASSEMBLY  
CAUTION: Container support is spring  
loaded and locked to the cover. Handle  
cover assembly carefully so as not to  
unlatch the cover from the container  
support.  
RETAINER  
SPRING  
1. Rotate cover assembly onto its side as shown.  
2. Assemble support post to container support with  
the three (3) carriage bolts and locknuts. Tighten  
securely.  
CARRIAGE  
BOLTS  
SUPPORT  
POST  
END CAP  
SUPPORT POST  
LOCKNUTS  
FIG. 4  
LANCED TABS  
MOUNTING  
BRACKET  
MOUNTING TO TRACTOR (See Fig. 5)  
Use Hardware - - GROUP "D"  
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NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the  
assistance of another person for mounting assembly to  
tractor.  
FIG. 5  
1. Raise seat on tractor to allow assembly to be  
mounted.  
2. With cover closed, lift assembly and place support  
post inside mounting bracket. Allow assembly to rest  
on lanced tabs of mounting bracket.  
3. Line up holes in mounting bracket with holes in support  
postandinsertbracketsupportpin.Securewithretainer  
spring.  
4. Unlatch and open cover.  
5. Install the three (3) tubing end caps onto container  
support.  
6. Tap each end cap onto container support tubes to seat  
securely.  
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CONTAINER ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 6)  
No hardware required  
CONTAINER MOUNTING  
(See Fig. 7)  
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1. Place bottom half inside of top half, as shown.  
No hardware required  
2. Place one foot inside bottom half and lift top half to  
meet bottom half.  
1. Install one container to left side first with warning to  
outside of unit. Install other container to right side.  
3. Press halves tightly together while lifting top to lock  
into place as shown.  
IMPORTANT:BEFORELOCKINGTHETABS,HOOKEDEDGES  
ONBOTHHALVESMUSTOVERLAPTOFORMSEALASSHOWN  
IN INSET.  
NOTE:Rightcontainershouldalwaysoverlapleftcontainer  
at center support.  
2. Close cover and lock latch handle over center support  
tube.  
4. Repeat for second container.  
COVER LATCH  
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LOWER CHUTE (See Fig. 8)  
Use Hardware - - GROUP "E"  
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1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.  
2. Slide back edge of chute over rear corner of mower  
deck and pivot forward.  
3. Align slot in lower chute with hex bolt in mower deck  
baffle and close chute over deck openning.  
4. Secure with washer and wing nut.  
CONTAINER  
BOTTOM  
HALF  
CAUTION: Do not remove discharge  
guard from mower. Raise and hold  
guard when attaching lower chute  
and allow it to rest on chute while in  
operation.  
LOCKING  
TAB  
DEFLECTOR SHIELD  
FIG. 6  
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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CHUTE LATCH ASSEMBLY  
(See Fig. 9)  
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Use Hardware - - GROUPS "F & G"  
1. Assemble latch pin to upper chute, as shown.  
2. Press weld nut into rubber latch and assemble rubber  
latch to lower chute, as shown.  
DUMP BAG  
INDICATOR  
HANDLE  
3. Tighten all hardware securely.  
UPPER  
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1. Lower mower deck to its lowest cutting position.  
2. Assemble upper chute by inserting curved end into  
hole in back of cover.  
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NOTE: Handle carefully so as not to damage dump bag  
indicator.  
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.  
BOSSES  
5. Secure with rubber latch by hooking hole in latch over  
latch pin.  
FIG. 10B  
LEVEL MOWER DECK  
11No hardware required  
Besuredeckisproperlyleveledforbestmowerperformance.  
See your tractors owner's manual for instructions.  
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OPERATION  
Avoid cutting wet grass or in the morning while the dew  
TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING  
OPERATION:  
is still heavy. Grass clippings collected under these  
conditions tend to be sticky and adhere to the walls of  
the flow path causing clogging.  
Follow the mower operation instructions in your tractor  
owner's manual.  
Your bagger is equipped with a dump bag indicator.As  
the bags become full, the flow indicating ball will drop  
down in its slot, indicating that the bags are full or the  
chutes have become clogged. Care should be taken  
not to damage the parts and that the ball moves freely  
at the beginning of each use.  
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  
bags when ball begins to drop down in the slot.Experience  
will teach you the best time to empty the bags.  
Always run throttle at full speed when bagging.  
Select a gear low enough to give good mower cutting  
performance, good quality cut and good bagging  
performance.  
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.  
a. Disengage blades, shift into neutral, engage the  
parking brake and stop the engine.  
NOTE: It may be necessary to overlap width of cut to suit  
your conditions.  
- 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.  
If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice.The  
first time relatively high, the second time to desired  
height.  
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.  
- Reassemble and latch chutes  
c. Checktoinsuredumpbagindicatorhasnotbecome  
clogged.  
b. Raise seat. Unlatch and raise cover.  
- The air passage hole must be clear of debris.  
Gentlyinsertasmalltwigorwireintopassageway  
to clear.  
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.  
CAUTION  
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.  
g. Repeat for other containers.  
h. Reinstall containers making sure right container  
overlaps left container at center supports.  
• 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.  
j. Closecoverandsecurelatchesovercentersupport  
tubes.  
• 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: Donotleavegrassinbagger  
containers. Emptycontainersaftereach  
useandbeforestoring. Failuretodoso  
mayresultinspontaneouscombustion  
which could develop into a fire.  
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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PREPARATION  
CAUTION: BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH PREPARATION OF TRACTOR:  
Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.  
Place gearshift/motion control lever in neutral (N) 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 spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact  
with plug.  
NOTE  
ON SOME MODEL TRACTORS, MINOR MODIFICATIONS MAY BE NECESSARY TO MOUNT YOUR NEW GRASS  
CATCHER. NOT ALL MODEL TRACTORS WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING MODIFICATIONS. CHECK EACH STEP  
CAREFULLY TO DETERMINE IF MODIFICATION IS REQUIRED. ONCE YOUR MODEL TRACTOR CONFORMS TO  
THIS SECTION PROCEED TO ASSEMBLY.  
To Prepare your Grass Catcher you may need:  
DRILL HOLE IN DECK BAFFLE  
(See Fig. 12)  
On some model tractors, it may be necessary to drill a hole  
in the mower deck baffle. If your mower deck baffle does  
not have a hole drill a 13/32" hole as shown.  
(1) Heavy Shears  
or  
(1) 11/32" Drill Bit  
(1) 13/32" Drill Bit  
(2) 7/16" Wrench  
(2) 1/2" Wrench  
(1) 9/16" Wrench  
2
(1) Hand Saw  
(1) Ruler  
NOTE: Toassistinproperholelocation,thereisatemplate  
in the back of this manual that may be used.  
(1) Drill Motor  
(1) 9/32" Drill Bit  
A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard  
wrench sizes are listed.  
TRIM DEFLECTOR SHIELD  
(See Fig. 11)  
1
DEFLECTOR SHIELD  
On some model tractors, it may be necessary to trim the  
bottomcornerofthedeflectorshield.Ifyourdeflectorshield  
is not trimmed, use heavy shears or a hand saw to cut off  
corner as shown.  
NOTE: To assist in proper cut off, there is a template in  
the back of this manual that may be used.  
DEFLECTOR SHIELD  
1-1/2"  
DRILL HOLE  
2"  
1-1/4"  
CUT LINE  
FIG. 12  
3"  
FIG. 11  
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PREPARATION  
DRILL 4 HOLE BOLT PATTERN  
(See Figs. 13,14 & 15)  
2. Place the drawbar in a vice or similar locking device.  
3. Cut out the 4 hole bolt pattern template from the back  
of this manual.  
4. Align top and right edge of template and drawbar.  
5. Tape in position.  
6. Mark and drill hole #1 only, using a 11/32" drill bit.  
3
On some model tractors, it may be necessary to drill new  
holes in drawbar for the mounting bracket. To determine if  
you need to drill holes in your drawbar, closely look at the  
illustration below.  
1-1/8"  
2-3/4"  
7. Assemble mounting bracket to drilled hole in drawbar  
with one hex bolt and nut from hardware group "B".  
NOTE: Mounting bracket must be assembled with lanced  
tabs to bottom as shown.  
2-1/4"  
3-3/8"  
HEX BOLT  
DRAWBAR  
AND NUT  
MOUNTING  
BRACKET  
2"  
WIRE LOOP  
MOUNTING  
HOLE  
(drill 9/32"  
if necessary)  
02348  
1-7/16"  
FIG. 13  
Your drawbar may or may not have some or all of the holes  
shown.Fortheassemblyofyournewgrasscatcheronlythe  
five holes dimensioned will be used. If your drawbar does  
not have the five holes in the correct positions continue  
with this section.  
02350  
LANCED TABS  
TO BOTTOM  
PARALLEL  
1. Remove the drawbar by removing the two mounting  
bolts on each side. Keep hardware for remounting.  
FIG. 15  
NOTE: If your tractor has a wire loop mounted to the draw-  
bar, remove it at this time.  
8. Align bracket so it is parallel with right edge of drawbar  
and tighten securely. Holes in bracket should line up  
with remaining holes in template.  
9. Using bracket as a template, drill remaining three (3)  
11/32" mounting holes.  
NOTE: If your tractor is equipped with a wire loop, drill new  
mounting hole as shown, if necessary.  
DRAWBAR  
WIRE LOOP  
(Not on all  
models)  
10. For ease of assembly mounting bracket should be  
assembled at this time (refer to "REAR MOUNTING  
BRACKET" in ASSEMBLY section of this manual).  
11. Remount drawbartotractorusinghardwarepreviously  
removed.  
NOTE: Failure to reconnect the wire loop connection will  
result in not being able to start tractor.  
PROCEEDWITH ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS  
IN THE FRONT OF THIS MANUAL  
DRAWBAR  
MOUNTING  
BOLTS  
(both sides)  
FIG. 14  
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DEFLECTOR TRIM TEMPLATE  
USETRIANGLE ABOVE FOR A GUIDETOTRIMMING  
YOUR DEFLECTOR SHIELD. CUT OUT SHADED  
AREA AND PLACE ON INSIDE BOTTOM EDGE OF  
DEFLECTOR. TRIM DEFLECTOR ALONG DOTTED  
LINE USING EITHER HEAVY SHEARS OR A HAND  
SAW.  
MOWER DECK BAFFLE  
DRILL TEMPLATE  
TOP EDGE  
2"  
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USE TEMPLATE ABOVE FOR A GUIDE TO DRILLING  
YOURMOWERDECKBAFFLE.CUTOUTSHADEDAREA  
AND ALIGN WITHTOP, AND RIGHT, EDGE OF BAFFLE.  
DRILL A 13/32" HOLE AT SPECIFIED LOCATION.  
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USE THIS SLOT TO AID  
IN POSITIONING TEMPLATE  
HOLE #1  
USE 11/32" DRILL BIT  
1.) CUT OUT TEMPLATE.  
2.) ALIGN TOP AND RIGHT EDGE  
OF TEMPLATE AND DRAWBAR.  
WIRE LOOP HOLE  
NEW  
USE 9/32" DRILL BIT  
3.) TAPE IN POSITION.  
4.) MARK AND DRILL HOLE #1  
WIRE LOOP HOLE  
OLD  
5.) ASSEMBLE MOUNTING BRACKET  
TO DRAWBAR, USE BRACKET AS  
TEMPLATE FOR REMAINING HOLES.  
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NOTES  
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REPAIR PARTS/PIÈCES DE RECHANGE  
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PRODUCT NUMBER 954 14 00-50 / NUMÉRO DE PRODUIT 954 14 00-50  
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REPAIR PARTS/PIÈCES DE RECHANGE  
GRASS CATCHER - MODEL NUMBER C38D / RAMASSE-HERBE - - NUMÉRO DE MODÈLE C38D  
PRODUCT NUMBER 954 14 00-50 / NUMÉRO DE PRODUIT 954 14 00-50  
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DESCRIPTI  
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NO. NO.  
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DESCRIPT  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
couvercle  
Entretoise de  
de couvercle C  
Spacer, Co  
Spring, Co  
Post, Suppo  
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22 532133235  
23 532132983  
24 532126813  
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Grillage de couv  
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532127533  
532171061  
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Spring, Retainer  
Screen, Co  
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Poteau de sou  
Cover Asm.(Incl.  
Écrou  
Ressor  
frein 5/16 x 18  
500  
Lock  
25 873800  
26 532124670  
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x 3/4  
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Indi  
5
6
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532139  
569  
Chute  
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Boulon H 5/16 -18  
Bolt, He  
x 5/16-18 x 3/4  
27 874760  
28 532170053  
Screw, Special  
Dump Bag Indi  
818021008  
532140572  
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Support de mo  
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Bracket, Mou  
cateur de sac de  
cator  
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Goupille du potea  
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30 53213113  
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déchar  
xtrémité de  
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Plug, Tub  
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31 532174083  
Vis #10-24 x 1-1/8  
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Screw, #10-2  
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Entret  
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Rondelle frein  
Loquet de gliss  
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819061  
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Cadre de ramasse-herbe  
Bagger, F  
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32 532126919  
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10 532007206  
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Pin, Hinge  
Gasket, Co  
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Bolt, He  
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Shoulder  
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