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Assembling and Installing the Weight Bar

Assemble, then attach the weight bar to the front steering 

assembly using the hardware in pack 683-05147, as shown in 

Figure 4-8 and Figure 4-10.
1. 

Install the counter weight mounting bracket to the counter 

weight using two 710-0572 carriage bolts, two 736-0159 

flat washers and two 712-04063 flange lock nuts from 

hardware pack 683-05147. See Figure 4-8.

Figure 4-8

2. 

If present, remove the bumper from the tractor.

Note: 

Some tractors come equipped with a bumper 

installed. The bumper may be retained for later use in case 

in which the  bagger is removed. 

Figure 4-9

3. 

Secure the weight bar assembly to the tractor using two 

710-0378 hex bolts, two 736-0159 flat washers and two 

712-04063 flange lock nuts from hardware pack 683-05147.

Note: 

Use the top holes on the tractor frame.

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Figure 4-10

Summary of Contents for 19A30014OEM

Page 1: ... Maintenance Service Troubleshooting Warranty WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY Operator s Manual Twin Bagger 19A30014OEM Form No 769 08547A April 30 2014 ...

Page 2: ...ectly MTD s Customer Support telephone numbers website address and mailing address can be found on this page We want to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times Throughout this manual all references to right and left side of the machine are observed from the operating position Thank You Customer Support Please do NOT return the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting our C...

Page 3: ...rn off blade s place transmission in neutral set parking brake stop engine and remove key before dismounting 11 Your machine is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 10 Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall dry grass e g pasture or piles of dry leaves Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine exhaust and or build up on the mower deck presenting a potential fire ...

Page 4: ...t mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff ditch or if an edge caves in 3 Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground 4 Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes 5 Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding General Service 1 Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain t...

Page 5: ...t gauge up or down until the left corner touches the slope See Figure 1 and Figure 2 5 If there is a gap below the gauge the slope is too steep for safe operation See Figure 2 above 1 0 d a s h e d l i n e Slope Gauge Figure 2 Figure 1 10 Slope 10 Slope WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to tip over and roll over accidents which can result in severe injury or death Do not operate machine on...

Page 6: ...ake sure everything is present Carton contents are listed below and shown in Figure 3 1 Two Grass Bag Assemblies Grass Catcher Hood Chute Tube Bag Support Assembly Mounting Bracket Counter Weight Counter Weight Mounting Bracket One Hardware Pack Detailed Pictured on the next page Figure 3 1 ...

Page 7: ...ped with a hardware pack enclosed Please check your hardware packs against Figure 3 2 The quantities for each item is listed in parenthesis and the part number is listed below Hardware Pack 683 05147 4 2 2 4 4 2 1 712 04063 712 04150 736 0159 720 04061 710 0378 710 0572 710 1260A Figure 3 2 ...

Page 8: ...stall the grass bag mounting assembly onto the bagger mounting bracket by lowering it down 1 and fitting the assembly into the slot provided in the mounting bracket See the Inset in Figure 4 3 4 Secure the grass bag mounting assembly to the bagger mounting bracket using the attachment knob 720 04061 found in the hardware pack 683 05147 See 2 in Figure 4 3 1 2 Figure 4 3 5 Remove the protective cap...

Page 9: ... Step 10 8 Insert the chute tube through the grass catcher hood in the opening provided It is easiest to feed the end of the tube into the opening with the chute tube flipped upside down then rotating right side once inserted into the hood See Figure 4 6 Figure 4 6 9 Mount the bagger chute tube to the deck of the tractor by lowering the chute tube over the mounting bolts in the mowing deck as show...

Page 10: ...9 flat washers and two 712 04063 flange lock nuts from hardware pack 683 05147 See Figure 4 8 Figure 4 8 2 If present remove the bumper from the tractor Note Some tractors come equipped with a bumper installed The bumper may be retained for later use in case in which the bagger is removed Figure 4 9 3 Secure the weight bar assembly to the tractor using two 710 0378 hex bolts two 736 0159 flat wash...

Page 11: ...der to empty the grass bags Figure 5 1 2 Remove the grass bags by lifting up the rear side of the bag and moving the bags away from the bag support assembly 3 Empty the grass clippings at a proper disposal site Holding the bag firmly turn upside down and empty the contents 4 To reinstall the grass bags insert the leading edge onto the bagger mount assembly 1 in Figure 5 2 and pivot the grass bag r...

Page 12: ...5 4 1 1 3 2 12 8 14 9 16 18 16 9 11 10 7 6 13 15 17 12 19A30014OEM Parts List 6 ...

Page 13: ... Screw 5 16 18 2 50 7 710 0572 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 2 50 8 710 1260A Hex Head Screw 5 16 18 750 9 712 04063 Flange Lock Nut 5 16 18 10 712 04150 Flange Lock Nut 1 2 13 11 720 04061 Knob 3 8 16 875 12 926 0100 Push Cap 3 8 Rod 13 731 09227 Weight 14 731 09351 Chute Tube 15 735 0246A Plug End 16 936 0159 Flat Washer 349 x 879 x 063 17 764 04148A Grass Catcher Hood 18 783 08135 0637 Weight Mounting ...

Page 14: ...Notes 7 14 ...

Page 15: ...15 Section 7 Notes ...

Page 16: ...plitter pumps valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty b Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure c Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer d MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold o...

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