User manual POULAN QCT348

[. . . ] 21 030 OWNER'S MANUAL Model QCT348 Mfg. 960 72 00-08 48 Inch Mower Grass Catcher · · · · Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Repair Parts Printed in U. S. A. 402345 Rev. 1 12. 19. 05 rad SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. · WARNING: 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. [. . . ] 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. 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 REPAIR PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11 3 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. UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS · · Remove all parts and packing materials from carton. Be sure all parts are there. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY (1) 9/16" Wrench SUPPORT ASSEMBLY SHOULDER BOLTS CARTON CONTENTS: (3) Container Tops (3) Container Bottoms (1) Upper Chute (1) Lower Chute (1) Support Assembly (1) Cover Assembly (2) Shoulder Bolts (1) Retainer Spring (2) Adapters PARTS IDENTIFICATION COVER ASSEMBLY RETAINER SPRING ADAPTER FULL BAG INDICATOR CHUTE LATCH 030 21 GRASS CATCHER CONTAINERS UPPER CHUTE LOWER CHUTE ATTACHING STRAPS 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 clutch control in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key to "OFF" position. Make sure blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. [. . . ]