Husqvarna C342B manual

1 WARNING D o n o t o p e r a t e m o w e r u n l e s s c o n t a in e r i s p r o p e r ly i s n s t a ll e d . C o n t a i n e r is s u b je c t t o w e a r a n d d e t i e r i o r a t i o n . C h e c k b a g f r e q u e n t ly . R e p l a c e w h e n c r a c k e d o r d a m a g e d . U s e o n l y a r e c o m m e n d e d r e p l a c e m e n t c [...]

2 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[...]

3 Look for this symbol to point out impor- tant safety precautions. It means CAU- TION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. 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. • Be sure the area is c[...]

4 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 G[...]

5 B A G OF P ARTS CONTENTS (continued) GROUP "F" GROUP "C" CHUTE LA TCH ASSEMBL Y to UPPER CHUTE (1) Screw #10 x 1-1/8 (2) W asher 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. (1) Nut, Acorn #10 (1) Spacer , Split #10 (1) Rubber Latch LO WER CHUTE ASSEMBL Y TO MO WER DECK GROUP "G " CHUTE LA TCH ASSEMBL Y to LO WER CHUTE (2) Nut, W eld #10 (2)[...]

6 W A R N I N G D o n o t o p e r a t e m o w e r u n l e s s c o n t a i n e r i s p r o p e r l y i s n s t a l l e d . C o n t a i n e r i s s u b j e c t t o w e a r a n d d e t i e r i o r a t i o n . C h e c k b a g f r e q u e n t l y . R e p l a c e w h e n c r a c k e d o r d a m a g e d . U s e o n l y a r e c o m m e n d e d r e p l a c [...]

7 ASSEMBL Y REAR MOUNTING BRACKET and SUPPORT TUBE (See Figs. 1A, 1B & 1C) Use Hardware - - GROUP "A" Before continuing with assembly, you must first determine which type of drawbar your tractor is equipped with. Com- pare your drawbar with the illustrations of "BEFORE YOU START TO ASSEMBLE THE GRASS CATCHER" and follow inst[...]

8 ASSEMBL Y SUPPORT POST (See Fig. 3) Use Hardware - - GROUP "B" 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. 1. Rotate cover assembly onto its side as shown. 2. Assemble support post to container support with the three (3) c[...]

9 ASSEMBL Y CONTAINER MOUNTING (See Fig. 6) No hardware required 1. Install one container to left side first with warning to outside of unit. Install another container center position and one in right position. NOTE : Right container should always overlap left container at center supports. 2. Close cover and lock latch handles over center support t[...]

10 B B B B B 7 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 operation. LOWER CHUTE (See Figs. 7A & 7B) Use Hardware - - GROUP "E" 1. Press weld nut into rubber latch and install two latch hook assemblies to lower chute using screw, washer, and[...]

11 ASSEMBL Y LEVEL MOWER DECK No hardware required Be sure deck is properly leveled for best mower perfor- mance. See your tractors owner's manual for instructions. UPPER CHUTE (See Figs. 9A & 9B) No hardware required 1. Lower mower deck to its lowest cutting position. 2. Assemble upper chute by inserting curved end into hole in back of co[...]

12 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 oper[...]

13 ST ORA GE 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. GENE[...]

14 PREP ARA TION CAUTION: BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH PREPARATION OF TRACTOR: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift/motion control lever in "NEUTRAL" position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blade a[...]

15 D R I L L T W O 7 / 1 6 " H O L E S A T L O C A T I O N S H O W N DRILL TW O 7/16" HOLES 1) CUT OUT TEMPLA TE. 2) ALIGN BO TT OM AND LEFT EDGE OF TEMPLA TE AND DRA WBAR. 3) T APE IN POSITION. 4) MARK AND DRILL 7/16" HOLES NO TE: DRILL SMALLER PILO T HOLES PRIOR T O DRILLING 7/16" HOLES 5) PROCEED WITH STEP 1 OF ASSEMBL Y INST[...]

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18 W ARN IN G D o n o t o p e r a t e m o w e r u n le s s c o n t a in e r is p r o p e r ly is n s t a lle d . C o n t a in e r i s s u b je c t t o w e a r a n d d e t ie r io r a tio n . C h e c k b a g f r e q u e n t ly . R e p la c e w h e n c r a c k e d o r d a m a g e d . U s e o n ly a r e c o m m e n d e d r e p la c e m e n t c o n t a[...]

19 KE Y PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. KE Y PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 2 9 532170165 Shoulder Bolt,Self Tapping Boulon autotaraudeuse 3 0 532131137 Pin, Support Post Goupille du poteau de soutien 3 1 532174083 Plug, Tubing End Capuchon d ’ extr é mit é de tuyau 3 2 532134639 Bagger, Frame Cadre de ramasse-herbe 3 3 532128600 Pin, Hinge Goupille de char[...]