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OWNERS MANUAL
Model No. C38D

38 Inch Mower
Grass Catcher

 Assembly
 Operation
 Customer Responsibilities
 Service and Adjustments
 Repair Parts

PRINTED IN U.S.A. 140603 Rev. 4 06.01.00 rad

1

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.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual
and on the machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop
machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always
look down and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point
it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the
entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off
blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys
before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging
chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into
a trailer or truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are
involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related
injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to
operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves
and others from serious injury.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and
tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.
All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the
slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could
overturn the machine.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have

to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel
weights or counterweights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.
These can change the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes
make sudden changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengage the blades and proceed slowly
slope.

Tall grass can hide obstacles.

slow

and

gradual

. Do not

straight

down the

DO NOT:

Do not

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slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

Do not

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mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge
of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

•

Do not

sliding.

•

Do not

ground.

•

Do not

turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn

mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The

mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause

try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the

use grass catcher on steep slopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the
machine and the mowing activity.

Never

assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful
care of another responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind and

children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously
injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

down

for small

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They
are flammable and vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not
smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel container inside where
there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight

and keep equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.
Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage,

and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow
objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and
replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when
necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as
required.

2

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.

• 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.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of another responsible adult.

• 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.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could

overturn 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.

• 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.

Look for this symbol to point out impor­tant safety precautions. It means CAU­TION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in
neutral, you may lose control of the
tractor.

CAUTION: Tow only the attachments
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.

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 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".

NOTE: To make debris disposal easier 30 gallon plastic trash bags may be inserted in plastic grass containers. To order,
see repair parts section of this manual.

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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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 wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

• Remove all parts and packing materials from carton.

• Fold flaps to inside of carton and turn carton upsidedown

on floor of work area. To protect grass catcher cover
during assembly place cover upsidedown on overturned
carton.

• 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 assembly
instructions will identify the group needed for that step.

CARTON CONTENTS:

(2) Container Tops
(2) Container Bottoms
(1) Upper Chute
(1) Lower Chute
(1) Support Post

(1) Mounting Bracket
(1) Cover Assembly
(1) Cover Seal
(1) Bag of Parts
(1) Owner's Manual

BAG OF PARTS CONTENTS

ASSEMBLY

LOCATION

GROUP "A"

MOWER

DECK

BAFFLE

HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE

REAR

MOUNTING

BRACKET

TO

DRAW BAR

SUPPORT

POST

TO

CONTAINER

SUPPORT

GROUP "B"

(4) Shoulder Bolt - Self Tapping

GROUP "C"

(3) Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 3/4

(1) Locknut 3/8-16(1) Bolt 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

(4) Bolt 5/16 - 18 x 3/4

(3) Locknut 5/16-18

(4) Locknut 5/16-18

4

BAG OF PARTS CONTENTS (continued)

GROUP "F"

GROUP "E"

(1) Screw #10 x 1-1/8

(2) Washer 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. (1) Nut, Acorn #10

(1) Spacer, Split #10

(1) Rubber Latch

GROUP "G"

(1) Nut, Weld #10

(1) Washer, Lock #10

(1) Washer 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

(1) Screw #10 x 5/8

(1) Wing Nut

(1) Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.

SUPPORT

POST

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BRACKET

GROUP "D"

(1) Bracket Support Pin

(1) Retainer Spring

(3) Tubing End Caps

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY

LOWER

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LATCH

TO
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CHUTE

LATCH

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TO

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ASSEMBLY

BEFORE YOU START TO ASSEMBLE THE GRASS CATCHER

Some tractor models may need minor modifications before you can mount the grass catcher to the tractor. Look carefully
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

STYLE "A"

DECK MANDREL

STYLE "B"

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

COVER

UPPER CHUTE

DUMP
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CHUTE LATCH

LOWER CHUTE
ATTACHING

LOWER CHUTE

WING NUT

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.

THESE ARE THE TOOLS YOU WILL NEED TO
ASSEMBLE YOUR GRASS CATCHER:

(1) 3/8" Wrench
(1) 1/2" Wrench
(2) 9/16" Wrenches
(1) 1/2" Socket

(1) Drive Ratchet
(1) 3" or longer Extension
(1) Short Handle
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.

6

ASSEMBLY

MOWER DECK BAFFLE (See Fig. 1)

1

• Raise your tractor mower deck to its highest position.

• Install the hex bolt, and locknut through mower deck

LOCKNUT

Use Hardware - - GROUP "A"

baffle and tighten securely.

HEX BOLT

MOWER DECK BAFFLE

FIG. 1

REAR MOUNTING BRACKET

2

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.

(See Figs. 2A, 2B & 2C)

UPPER CORNER

UPPER CORNER
RIBS

SELF
TAPPING
SHOULDER
BOLTS

LANCED TABS
TOWARD BOTTOM

FIG. 2B

BOLTS AND LOCKNUTS (See Fig. 2C)

IMPORTANT: ON TRACTORS WITH FUEL TANK

UNDER THE SEAT, THE DRAWBAR MUST BE REMOVED
FOR INSTALLATION OF MOUNTING BRACKET. TO
REMOVE DRAWBAR, REMOVE TWO HEX BOLTS ON
BOTH SIDES OF DRAWBAR.

• Assemble the mounting bracket, lanced tabs towards
bottom, using the four smaller inside holes on the
drawbar.

NOTE: If your tractor drawbar does not have the four correct
holes for mounting the bracket, refer to the PREPARATION
section of this manual.

• Install the four bolts and locknuts as shown and tighten
securely.

• If drawbar was removed from tractor, reassemble to
tractor at this time. Tighten securely.

RIBS

SHOULDER
BOLTS

LANCED TABS
TOWARD BOTTOM

FIG. 2A

If your tractor does not have four (4) shoulder bolts installed
on the drawbar, follow the instructions below.

Use Hardware - - GROUP "B"

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.

SELF TAPPING SHOULDER BOLTS (See Fig. 2B)

• Using the four formed holes in the drawbar, install the
four shoulder bolts as shown and tighten securely.

• Hang the mounting bracket, lanced tabs towards bottom,
on the bolts.

BOLTS

LOCKNUTS

DRAWBAR
MOUNTING
BOLTS
(BOTH SIDES)

LANCED TABS TOWARD BOTTOM

FIG. 2C

COVER SEAL (See Fig. 3)

3

• Align mark on seal with mark at cover opening.

• Work seal into opening so cover sits between flanges of

ALIGNMENT
MARKS

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No hardware required

seal.

COVER SEAL

FIG. 3

ASSEMBLY

SUPPORT POST (See Fig. 4)

4

• Rotate cover assembly onto its side as shown.

• Assemble support post to container support with the

CARRIAGE
BOLTS

Use Hardware - - GROUP "C"

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.

three (3) carriage bolts and locknuts. Tighten securely.

BRACKET
SUPPORT PIN

COVER ASSEMBLY

RETAINER
SPRING

SUPPORT
POST

LOCKNUTS

FIG. 4

MOUNTING TO TRACTOR (See Fig. 5)

5

NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the

assistance of another person for mounting assembly to
tractor.

• Raise seat on tractor to allow assembly to be mounted.

• With cover closed, lift assembly and place support post

• Line up holes in mounting bracket with holes in support

• Unlatch and open cover.

• Install the three (3) tubing end caps onto container

• Tap each end cap onto container support tubes to seat

Use Hardware - - GROUP "D"

inside mounting bracket. Allow assembly to rest on
lanced tabs of mounting bracket.

post and insert bracket support pin. Secure with retainer
spring.

support.

securely.

END CAP

SUPPORT POST

LANCED TABS

MOUNTING
BRACKET

FIG. 5

CONTAINER ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 6)

6

• Place bottom half inside of top half, as shown.

• Place one foot inside bottom half and lift top half to meet

• Press halves tightly together while lifting top to lock into

IMPORTANT: BEFORE LOCKING THE TABS, HOOKED
EDGES ON BOTH HALVES MUST OVERLAP TO FORM
SEAL AS SHOWN IN INSET.

• Repeat for second container.

No hardware required

bottom half.

place as shown.

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ASSEMBLY

CONTAINER
BOTTOM
HALF

CONTAINER
TOP HALF

CONTAINER
BOTTOM HALF

PRESS TOGETHER TO FORM
SEAL WHILE LIFTING TOP HALF

LOCKING
TAB

ASSEMBLY CHECK: Squeeze sides of lower half of con­tainer 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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• Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

• Slide back edge of chute over rear corner of mower deck

• Align slot in lower chute with hex bolt in mower deck

• Secure with washer and wing nut.

WASHER

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and pivot forward.

baffle and close chute over deck openning.

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
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MOWER DECK
BAFFLE

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CONTAINER MOUNTING

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• Install one container to left side first with warning to
outside of unit. Install other container to right side.

NOTE: Right container should always overlap left container
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CHUTE LATCH ASSEMBLY

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Use Hardware - - GROUPS "F & G"

• Assemble latch pin to upper chute, as shown.

• Press weld nut into rubber latch and assemble rubber

latch to lower chute, as shown.

• Tighten all hardware securely.

WASHERS

#10 x 1-1/8" SCREW

UPPER CHUTE

#10 x 5/8"
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LOWER CHUTE

WASHER
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UPPER CHUTE (See Figs. 10A & 10B)

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• Lower mower deck to its lowest cutting position.

• Assemble upper chute by inserting curved end into hole

NOTE: Handle carefully so as not to damage dump bag
indicator.

• Push in and turn upper chute until it is in line with lower

• Align the bosses on lower chute with alignment slots on

• Secure with rubber latch by hooking hole in latch over

No hardware required

in back of cover.

chute.

upper chute and slide together.

latch pin.

DUMP BAG

UPPER
CHUTE

COVER

INDICATOR

HANDLE

LEVEL MOWER DECK

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• Be sure deck is properly leveled for best mower perfor-

No hardware required

mance. See your tractors owner's manual for instruc­tions.

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OPERATION

TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING OPERATION:

Follow the mower operation instructions in your tractor
owner's manual.

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.

• 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.

NOTE: It may be necessary to overlap width of cut to suit
your conditions.

• 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.
b. Raise seat. Unlatch and raise cover.
c. Remove one container at a time by grasping contai-

ner 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.
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 (for

replacement bags refer to REPLACEMENT

PARTS).
g. Repeat for other container.
h. Reinstall containers making sure right container

overlaps left container at center support.
j. Close cover and secure latch over center support

tube.

• Avoid cutting wet grass or in the morning while the dew
is still heavy. Grass clippings collected under these
conditions tend to be sticky and adhere to the walls of
the flow path causing clogging.

• 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.

• 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.

- 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.

- Reassemble and latch chutes

c. Check to insure dump bag indicator has not become

clogged.

- The air passage hole must be clear of debris.
Gently insert a small twig or wire into passage­way to clear.

CAUTION

• 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.

• 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

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte­nance.

• Before each use check for loose fasteners.

• Clean unit thoroughly after each use.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace
bent or damaged blades.

• See BLADE CARE instructions in your tractor owner's
manual.

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY
MAINTENANCE, SERVICE OR ADJUST­MENTS:

• Depress clutch brake pedal fully and set
parking brake.

• Place gearshift/motion control lever in neu­tral (N) position.

• Place clutch control in "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.

STORAGE

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.

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.

TO REMOVE GRASS CATCHER

Reverse appropriate steps in ASSEMBLY section of this
manual.

CAUTION: Grass catcher components
are subject to wear, damage and
deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be
thrown. Frequently check components
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:

(1) Heavy Shears
or
(1) Hand Saw
(1) Ruler
(1) Drill Motor
(1) 9/32" Drill Bit

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard
wrench sizes are listed.

(1) 11/32" Drill Bit
(1) 13/32" Drill Bit
(2) 7/16" Wrench
(2) 1/2" Wrench
(1) 9/16" Wrench

2

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.

NOTE: To assist in proper hole location, there is a template
in the back of this manual that may be used.

DRILL HOLE IN DECK BAFFLE
(See Fig. 12)

TRIM DEFLECTOR SHIELD

1

On some model tractors, it may be necessary to trim the
bottom corner of the deflector shield. If your deflector shield
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.

(See Fig. 11)

DEFLECTOR SHIELD

1-1/2"

CUT LINE

3"

DRILL HOLE

DEFLECTOR SHIELD

2"

1-1/4"

FIG. 12

FIG. 11

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PREPARATION

DRILL 4 HOLE BOLT PATTERN

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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.

(See Figs. 13,14 & 15)

2-3/4"

1-1/8"

2-1/4"

2"

3-3/8"

• Place the drawbar in a vice or similar locking device.

• Cut out the 4 hole bolt pattern template from the back of

this manual.

• Align

top and right edge of template and drawbar.

• Tape in position.

• Mark and drill hole #1 only, using a 11/32" drill bit.

• 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.

HEX BOLT
AND NUT

DRAWBAR

MOUNTING
BRACKET

WIRE LOOP
MOUNTING
HOLE
(drill 9/32"
if necessary)

1-7/16"

FIG. 13

Your drawbar may or may not have some or all of the holes
shown. For the assembly of your new grass catcher only the
five holes dimensioned will be used. If your drawbar does not
have the five holes in the correct positions continue with this
section.

• Remove the drawbar by removing the two mounting
bolts on each side. Keep hardware for remounting.

NOTE: If your tractor has a wire loop mounted to the drawbar,
remove it at this time.

DRAWBAR

WIRE LOOP
(Not on all
models)

LANCED TABS
TO BOTTOM

PARALLEL

FIG. 15

• 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.

• 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.

• For ease of assembly mounting bracket should be
assembled at this time (refer to "REAR MOUNTING
BRACKET" in ASSEMBLY section of this manual).

• Remount drawbar to tractor using hardware previously
removed.

NOTE: Failure to reconnect the wire loop connection will
result in not being able to start tractor.

FIG. 14

DRAWBAR
MOUNTING
BOLTS
(both sides)

PROCEED WITH ASSEMBLY INSTRUC­TIONS IN THE FRONT OF THIS MANUAL

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CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE

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INSIDE EDGE

USE TRIANGLE ABOVE FOR A GUIDE TO TRIMMING
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

USE TEMPLATE ABOVE FOR A GUIDE TO DRILLING
YOUR MOWER DECK BAFFLE. CUT OUT SHADED AREA
AND ALIGN WITH TOP, 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

1.) CUT OUT TEMPLATE.

HOLE #1

USE 11/32" DRILL BIT

2.) ALIGN TOP AND RIGHT EDGE
OF TEMPLATE AND DRAWBAR.

3.) TAPE IN POSITION.

4.) MARK AND DRILL HOLE #1

5.) ASSEMBLE MOUNTING BRACKET
TO DRAWBAR, USE BRACKET AS
TEMPLATE FOR REMAINING HOLES.

WIRE LOOP HOLE

NEW

USE 9/32" DRILL BIT

WIRE LOOP HOLE

OLD

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GRASS CATCHER - MODEL NUMBER C38D / RAMASSE-HERBE - - NUMÉRO DE MODÈLE C38D
PRODUCT NUMBER 954 04 02-92 / NUMÉRO DE PRODUIT 954 04 02-92

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REPAIR PARTS/PIÈCES DE RECHANGE

GRASS CATCHER - MODEL NUMBER C38D / RAMASSE-HERBE - - NUMÉRO DE MODÈLE C38D
PRODUCT NUMBER 954 04 02-92 / NUMÉRO DE PRODUIT 954 04 02-92

KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.

2 532069180 Nut, Crownlock #10-24 Écrou auto-serrant #10-24
3 532127533 Screen, Cover Grillage de couvercle
4 532161314 Cover Asm.(Incl. 3,38,39) Couvercle Ens.

(Y combris 3,38,39)
5 532139569 Chute, Upper Glissi
6 818021008 Screw, Special Vis sp
7 532140572 Dum

8 532087175 Screw, #10-24 x 1-1/8 Vis #10-24 x 1-1/8
9 819061216 W

10 532007206 Spacer, Split Entretoise fendue
11 532060867 Nut, Acorn #10-24 Écrou borgne #10-24

21

12 810071000 W
13 532109808 Latch, Chute Loquet de glissi
14 532125004 Nut, W
15 874930620 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Boulon H 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
16 819131616 W
17 873750600 Locknut 3/8-16 Écrou frein 3/8-16
18 532131970 Chute, Lower Glissi
19 532135651 W
20 871161010 Screw #10-24 x 5/8 Vis #10-24 x 5/8
21 532132796 Spring, Cover L.H. (black) Ressort de couvercle C.G.
22 532133235 Spacer, Cover Entretoise de couvercle

p Bag Indicator

asher 3/16x3/4x16 Ga.

asher, lock

eld

asher 13/32x1x16 Ga.

ingnut 3/8-16

Indicateur de sac de
déchargem

ère sup

ent

Rondelle 3/16x3/4x16 Ja.

Rondelle frein

Axe du loquet

Rondelle 13/32x1x16 Ja.

ère inf

Écrou

érieure

éciale

ère

érieure

à oreilles 3/8-16

KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.

23 532132983 Spring, Cover R.H. (gray) Ressort de couvercle C.D.
24 532126813 Post, Support Poteau de soutien
25 532063124 Locknut 5/16 x 18 Écrou frein 5/16 x 18
26 532124670 Spring, Retainer Ressort de retenue
27 874760512 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4 Boulon H 5/16 -18 x 3/4
28 532170053 Bracket, M
30 532131137 Pin, Support Post Goupille du poteau de soutien
31 532174083 Plug, Tubing End Chapeau de l

32 532126919 Bagger, Fram
33 532128600 Pin, Hinge Goupille de charni
34 532127534 Gasket, Cover Garniture de couvercle
35 532129585 Container, Top Conteneur sup
36 532129586 Container, Bottom Conteneur inf
38 532130895 Latch Handle, Cover Poign

39 532155042 Strip, Reinforcem
40 872110506 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 3/4 Boulon de chariot
41 532170165 Shoulder Bolt Boulon

Hex, Self Tapping 5/16-18 x 1/2

— 532104419 Bag, 3.0 m

Trash (not included with (N'y pas com
bagger) ramasse-herbe)

— 532140603 Owner's Manual M

ounting

e

ent

il. 30 Gallon

Support de m

tuyau
Cadre de ramasse-herbe

ée de loquet de
couvercle
Bande

Sac-poubelle; 3,0 m

anuel du prori

ontage

ité de

ém

’extr

ère

érieur

érieur

il. 30 gallon

pris avec le

étaire