User manual MTD OEM-190-218

[. . . ] This information will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand this material prior to using this equipment. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Rider Model Identification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] BOX 361131 44136 CLEVELAND, OH 330-220-4683 Determine The Model of Your Rider Since this manual is designed for installation of this weight kit system on several different rider units, it is important for you to determine which model of rider you have. Therefore you will know which set of instructions in the following pages to follow. To determine which model of rider you have, you will need to locate the rider’s model plate, located under the seat. Simply flip the seat up and locate the model plate, which will consist of an 11 digit/letter model number and a serial number. For ease in this installation and for future use, copy your rider’s model number & serial number below now: Rider Model Number:__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Rider Serial Number:_________________________ The 5th, 6th & 7th numbers from the left in your model number determine your rider’s model series. When you fill in your model number in the space above, the actual model series number should fall into the gray shaded area. Now that you have determined what model rider you are attaching this grass bag collection system to, follow the instructions on the following pages according to your model of rider. Sample Model Number 13AM 6 1 9G000 Indicates Model Series 600 NOTE: References to LEFT and RIGHT indicate the left and right sides of the tractor when facing forward in the operator’s position. Reference to the FRONT indicates the grille end; to the REAR, the rear end of the tractor. Figure 1-2  Carton Contents 2 CONTENTS OF CARTON Before beginning installation, remove all parts from the carton to make sure everything is present. Carton contents are listed below and shown in Fig. One Cross Support Bracket One Rear Weight Plate One Suitcase Weight Two Catcher Support Brackets Cross Support Bracket If you are missing any parts, please do not contact the retailer where you purchased this unit, call MTD directly at 1-330-2204MTD or toll free at 1-800-800-7310. Catcher Support Brackets Rear Weight Plate Suitcase Weight Figure 2-1  CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK This weight kit is shipped with a hardware pack enclosed. Please check your hardware pack against the illustration below. A1 B1 C1 Carton Contents 2 (4) (4) (1) A2 (4) B2 (4) C2 (1) Figure 2-2 (#) = Quantity If you are missing any parts, please do not contact the retailer where you purchased this unit, call MTD directly at 1-330-2204MTD or toll free at 1-800-800-7310. NOTE: Each item has been identified in above for ease of assembly, and the letter code assigned here is maintained in assembly instructions. (#) = Quantity NOTE: Each item has been identified above for ease of assembly, and the letter code assigned here is maintained in assembly instructions.  Assembling & Attaching The Support Assembly 3 Assembling & Attaching The Support Assembly IMPORTANT: Before assembly, place the tractor on a firm, level surface, disengage the PTO, stop the tractor engine and set the parking brake. 1. Secure the left and right hand catcher support brackets, to the cross support bracket using four 5/16-18 hex head screws (A1 in Figure 2-2) and four 5/16-18 flange lock nuts (A2 in Figure 2-2). [. . . ] Cut-out Figure 3-2 Upper Hole Figure 3-4 Align These Two Holes Figure 3-3  10 Rear Mount Weight Kit Parts List 11 1 3 7 9 1 4 8 4 2 www. mtdproducts. com 2 6 5 For parts and/or accessories please call 1-800-800-7310 or log onto REF NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 PART NUMBER 710-3008 710-3015 711-0309A 712-04063 712-04064 714-0117 759-3389 783-05244 783-0673B 783-0764B 783-0765 DESCRIPTION Hex Head Screw, 5/16-18 x . 75” Hex Head Screw, 1/4-20 x . 75 Clevis Pin, . 62 Dia. Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18 Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20 Internal Cotter Pin, . 148 x 3. 00 Suitcase Weight, 45 lbs. [. . . ]