User manual MTD OEM-190-180

[. . . ] The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer. • You can locate the model number in the front, left portion of the plastic grass catcher cover. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy model number and serial number of the tractor accessory in the space below. Copy the model number here: Copy the serial number here: CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department. [. . . ] On older models: Remove the clip, if already installed on the deck next to the discharge chute Mounting Bracket Figure 7 5 opening, by removing the lock nut, spring washer and hex bolt that secure it. See Figure 9A. Cutting Deck Hex Lock Nut Spring Washer Clip deck. See Figure 10. Chute Deflector A C B A C Pin B A Hex Bolt Retainer Strap Figure 10 Grass catcher Pin Deck B Nut • • • • Figure 9 Lower the deck to its lowest position. Lock the discharge chute in position by hooking the retainer strap over the grass catcher pin on the deck. Raise the deck back to its highest position. Insert the curved end of chute tube into the hole in the grass bag cover. See Figure 11. Insert chute tube here Chute Tube • • • • On older models: A grass catcher pin (G in Figure 2) and nut (H in Figure 2) have been supplied in the hardware pack. Attach these to the deck in place of the clip just removed. Raise the chute deflector on the deck and hold it while you position the discharge chute over the chute opening. Place the top rear edge of the discharge chute over the top rear edge of the chute opening. Push down on the discharge chute so that its front bottom edge rolls over the bottom of the deck, then slide the chute forward to the stop on the deck. See Figure 10. Figure 11 • Place the lower end of the chute tube over the discharge chute so that the two notches on the chute tube fit into the two corresponding notches on the discharge chute. See Figure 12. Notch Retainer Strap NOTE: The retainer strap is fitted at position B on the discharge chute. However, on older models of tractors, you will have to change the position of the strap depending on the location of the grass catcher pin on the deck. Remove the retainer strap from position B on the discharge chute to position A or C corresponding to the position of the grass catcher pin at A, B or C on the Chute Tube Figure 12 • Secure by clipping the two retainer straps of the discharge chute to the pins on the chute tube. See Figure 12. 6 Tractor Model Series 600 & 610 Mounting Bracket Assembly NOTE: For convenience, pivot the seat forward and leave it in that position until the grass collector is fully mounted and assembled. • • Remove the hairpin clip and clevis pin from the rear of the mounting bracket assembly. Position the hooked ends of the bracket assembly to the outside of the hitch plate and over the shoulder bolts. See Figure 13. Mounting Bracket Shoulder Bolt Slots Slots Figure 14 Attaching the Discharge Chute Follow instructions on page 5 of this manual. Model Series 800 Tractors (Model 190-182 only) • Take out the applicable pair of support bracket (F2 in Figure 2)and four self-tapping screws (F in Figure 2) from the hardware pack. Insert shoulder bolt (C in Figure 2) through a bell washer (B in Figure 2) and insert the bolt through the support bracket (F2 in Figure 2). Place one support bracket on each side of the tractor frame aligning the two smaller holes on the bracket with corresponding holes on the tractor frame. Secure with self-tapping screw (FF in Figure 2). [. . . ] The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTD LLC shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold. [. . . ]