CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new Grass
Catcher. It has been designed, engineered and manu-
factured to give you the best possible dependability and
performance.
Owner’s Manual
Should you experience any problems you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service
center/department.Theyhavecompetent,welltrainedtech-
nicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.
GRASS CATCHER
LAWN TRACTOR
GARDEN TRACTOR
48” Mower
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your Grass Catcher
properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".
Look for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
Model No.
LTGTB48A
CAUTION: BEFORE ASSEMBLING GRASS CATCHER TO TRACTOR:
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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.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
CARTON CONTENTS:
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Remove all parts and packing materials from carton.
(3) Container Tops
(3) Container Bottoms
(1) Upper Chute
(1) Support Assembly
for Lawn Tractor
Check carton contents against list. Be sure all parts are
there.
(2) Shoulder Bolts for
Lawn Tractor Assembly
(1) Support Assembly
for Garden Tractor
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR LAWN TRACTOR
ASSEMBLY ONLY - (1) 9/16" Wrench
(1) Lower Chute
(1) Cover Assembly
(1) Retainer Spring
COVER
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CONTAINERASSEMBLYCHECK:Squeezesidesoflower
half to see if there are any gaps between upper and lower
halves. If a gap appears, unlock tabs, separate halves and
repeat assembly.
ASSEMBLE CONTAINERS (See Fig. 3)
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container at center supports.
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INSTALL UPPER CHUTE
(See Figs. 6A & 6B)
ATTACH LOWER CHUTE (See Fig. 5)
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Raise deflector shield and place slot in chute over tab
on mower deck.
Position chute over mower opening and hook rear and
front latches.
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Insert curved end into hole in back of cover.
NOTE: Be carefully so as not to damage dump bag indi-
cator.
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Align bosses on lower chute with slots on upper chute
and slide together.
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Hook rubber latch over latch pin.
CAUTION: Do not remove deflector
shield from mower. Raise and hold
shield when attaching lower chute
and allow it to rest on chute while in
operation.
DUMP BAGGER
INDICATOR
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SHIELD
UPPER
CHUTE
HANDLE
OPTIONAL FRONT
GAUGE WHEEL
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LOWER
CHUTE
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ALIGNMENT
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BOSSES
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REAR LATCH
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LEVEL MOWER DECK
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Besuredeckisproperlyleveledforbestmowerperformance.
See your tractors owner's manual for instructions.
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a. Disengage blades, shift into neutral, engage the
parking brake and stop the engine.
TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING
OPERATION:
- 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.
Follow the mower operation instructions in your tractor
owner's manual.
If you have 3-in-1 mulch blades on your mower, it is not
necessarytochangetheblades.However,highliftbladesare
available at your nearest Sears store or service center.
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.
- Reassemble and latch chutes
c. Checktoinsuredumpbagindicatorhasnotbecome
clogged.
- The air passage hole must be clear of debris.
Gentlyinsertasmalltwigorwireintopassageway
to clear.
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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.
CAUTION
NOTE: It may be necessary to overlap width of cut to suit
your conditions.
• Do not operate mower with grass catcher
partially installed.
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If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice.The
first time relatively high, the second time to desired
height.
• Disengage blades and stop engine before
leaving tractor seat to empty containers,
unclogging chutes, etc.
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Use left hand side of mower for trimming.
• Close cover before starting.
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.
• 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.
b. Raise seat. Unlatch and raise cover.
c. Remove one container at a time by grasping
container 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.
g. Repeat for other containers.
h. Reinstall containers making sure right container
overlaps left container at center supports.
j. Closecoverandsecurelatchesovercentersupport
tubes.
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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.
NOTE: To help prevent clogging of chutes, check/empty
bags when ball begins to drop down in the slot.Experience
will teach you the best time to empty the bags.
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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.
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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
STORAGE
Always observe safety rules when performing any main-
tenance.
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.
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Before each use check for loose fasteners.
Clean unit thoroughly after each use.
CAUTION: Donotleavegrassinbagger
containers. Emptycontainersaftereach
useandbeforestoring. Failuretodoso
mayresultinspontaneouscombustion
which could develop into a fire.
BLADE CARE
Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbekeptsharp. Replace
bent or damaged blades.
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See BLADE CARE instructions in your tractor owner's
manual.
CAUTION: Tow only the attachments
that are recommended by and comply
withspecificationsofthemanufacturer
of your tractor. Use common sense
when towing. Operate only at the
lowestpossiblespeedwhenonaslope.
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:BEFOREPERFORMINGANY
MAINTENANCE,SERVICEORADJUST-
MENTS:
Depress clutch brake pedal fully and
set parking brake.
Place gearshift/motion control lever in
"NEUTRAL" position.
Placeclutchcontrolin"DISENGAGED"
position.
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CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill
in neutral, you may lose control of the
tractor.
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Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.
Make sure blades and all moving parts
have completely stopped.
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Disconnect spark plug wire(s) from
spark plug(s) and place wire where it
cannot come in contact with plug.
CAUTION: Grass catcher components
are subject to wear, damage and
deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be
thrown. Frequentlycheckcomponents
and replace with manufacturer's
recommended parts, when necessary.
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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.
III. CHILDREN
I. GENERAL OPERATION
Tragicaccidentscanoccuriftheoperatorisnotalerttothepresenceofchildren.
Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never
assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
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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.
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Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of
another responsible adult.
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Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.
Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children.
Nevercarrychildren. Theymayfalloffandbeseriouslyinjuredorinterfere
with safe machine operation.
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Never allow children to operate the machine.
Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other
objects that may obscure vision.
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IV. SERVICE
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Slow down before turning.
Neverleavearunningmachineunattended. Alwaysturnoffblades,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.
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Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable
and vapors are explosive.
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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.
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Never refuel the machine indoors.
Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.
Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
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Never run a machine inside a closed area.
Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep
equipment in good condition.
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Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer
or truck.
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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.
Stopandinspecttheequipmentifyoustrikeanobject. Repair,ifnecessary,
before restarting.
Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.
Grasscatchercomponentsaresubjecttowear,damage,anddeterioration,
whichcouldexposemovingpartsorallowobjectstobethrown. Frequently
checkcomponentsandreplacewithmanufacturer'srecommendedparts,
when necessary.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves,
and use extra caution when servicing them.
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Dataindicatesthatoperators,age60yearsandabove,areinvolvedin
alargepercentageofridingmower-relatedinjuries. Theseoperators
shouldevaluatetheirabilitytooperatetheridingmowersafelyenough
to protect themselves and others from serious injury.
Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other debris build-up which
can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do not allow the
mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build-up
to occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing
the machine. Allow machine to cool before storage.
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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 cau-
tion. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not
mow it.
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Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.
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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. 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.
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 slow and gradual. Do not make
sudden changes in speed or direction.
Avoidstartingorstoppingonaslope. Iftireslosetraction, disengage
the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.
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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.
Nevercarrychildren.Theymayfalloffandbeseriouslyinjuredorinterfere
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.
Watchforholes,ruts,orbumps.Uneventerraincouldoverturnthemachine.
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.
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Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and
gradually downhill, if possible.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The 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 mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.
Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the
ground.
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Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.
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REPAIR PARTS
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DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION
20 871161010
26 532124670
27 532176987
28 532179534
29 532176997
30 532165898
31 532174083
32 532176990
33 532128600
34 532127534
35 532183286
36 532129586
37 532134637
38 532130895
39 532186601
40 871141008
- - 532190227
Screw #10-24 x 5/8
Spring, Retainer
Support Assembly - GT
Support Assembly - LT
Shoulder Bolt,Self Tapping
Spring, Retainer
Plug, Tubing End
Bagger, Frame
Pin, Hinge
Gasket, Cover
Container, Top
Container, Bottom
Seal, Cover
2
3
4
532069180
532127533
532139850
Nut, Crownlock #10-24
Screen, Cover
Cover Assembly
(Includes 3, 37, 38, 39)
Chute, Upper
Screw, Special #10-14x1/2
Dump Bag Indicator
Screw, #10-24 x 1-1/8
Washer 3/16x3/4x16 Ga.
Spacer, Split
Nut, Acorn #10-24
Washer, Lock
Latch, Chute
5
6
7
8
9
532176741
818021008
532140572
532087175
819061216
10 532007206
11 532060867
12 810071000
13 532109808
14 532125004
15 532130760
16 532130759
18 532174345
Latch Handle, Cover
Strip, Reinforcement
Screw #10-24 x 1/2
Owner's Manual
Nut, Weld
Latch, Hook
Rubber, Latch
Chute, Lower
8
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