Craftsman 917.24898 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
KNOWYOUR GRASS CATCHER
READTHIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE ASSEM BLING OR OPERATI NGYOUR 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.
Check carton contents against list. Be sure all parts
are there.
CARTON CONTENTS:
(3) Containers
(1) Upper Chute
(1) Lower Chute
(1) Support Assembly
(1) Cover Assembly
(2) Shoulder Bolts
(1) Retainer Spring
(2) Adapters
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
COVER
ASSEMBLY
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1) 9/16" Wrench
SHOULDER
SUPPORT BOLTS
ASSEMBLY
SPRINGX--d_.-- _ -\
FULL
BAG
INDICATOR
CHUTE LATCH
GRASS UPPER CHUTE
CATCHER
CONTAINERS 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.
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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 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.
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