User manual POULAN EL-16 PATRIOT

[. . . ] comm G ower unriora a re ly NINe m d detie on e R erat an Us WA t op wear aged. no Do ct to dam or subje d ke crac is O WNER'S MANUAL Model No. 954 14 01-10 38 Inch Mower Grass Catcher · · · · Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Repair Parts 183159 Rev. 1 8. 20. 03 rad Printed in U. S. A. SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. [. . . ] Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. 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. 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 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2A & 2B) 3 MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY TO SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 3) NOTE: If your tractor already has four (4) shoulder bolts installed on the rear drawbar, simply hang the support assembly on the bolts. Discard the four (4) shoulder bolts supplied and go on to Step 3 instructions. SHOULDER BOLTS NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the assistance of another person for mounting cover assembly to tractor. Position cover assembly on ground behind tractor as shown. Lift and rotate cover to align cover bracket with support assembly. Slide cover assembly down onto the support assembly. SUPPORT ASSEMBLY 026 45 COVER ASSEMBLY FIG. 2A If your tractor does not have four (4) shoulder bolts installed on the drawbar, follow the instructions below. Use Hardware - - GROUP "B" 1. Using the four formed holes in the drawbar, install the four shoulder bolts as shown and tighten securely. Hang the support assembly on the bolts. SUPPORT ASSEMBLY SUPPORT ASSEMBLY FIG. 2B TO REMOVE THE SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (See Fig. Pull outward on the stop bracket enough to allow support assembly to be lifted up and away from drawbar. PULL OUT ON STOP BRACKET TO REMOVE SUPPORT ASSEMBLY 02 6 44 SELF TAPPING SHOULDER BOLTS 02643 02646 FIG. [. . . ] · Clean unit thoroughly after each use. STORAGE When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grass, leaves, etc. CAUTION: Do not leave grass in bagger containers. Empty containers after each use and before storing. Failure to do so may result in spontaneous combustion which could develop into a fire. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. [. . . ]