GTB54A - Brush cutter POULAN - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GTB54A POULAN

Assembly
Operation
- Customer Responsibilities
Repair Parts

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.

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.

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

DO NOT:

• 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.
• Do not 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 down for small 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.

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 buildup. 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.

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 new 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".

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES 2-3

CARTON CONTENTS 4

ASSEMBLY 5-7

OPERATION 8

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES. 9

STORAGE 9

REPAIR PARTS. 10-11

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 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.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY -

(1) 5 / 8'' Wrench (for changing Blades)

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

CARTON CONTENTS:

(3) Container Tops
(3) Container Bottoms
(1) Upper Chute

(1) Lower Chute
(1) Cover Assembly

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.
• 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.

1 INSTALL HIGH LIFT BAGGING BLADES (See Fig. 1)

CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth.

NOTE: If you already have high lift bagging blades on your mower, store the supplied blades in a safe place for future use. Go on to step 2.

1. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.
2. Remove blade bolts by turning counterclockwise.
3. Install bagging blades supplied with stamped "THIS SIDE UP" facing up towards mower, or, blades stamped with "GRASS SIDE" facing down towards grass.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star pattern on mandrel assembly.

1. Install and tighten blade bolts securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque).

2 HANG SUPPORT ASSEMBLY ON REAR DRAWBAR (See Fig. 2)

1. Slide flanges of support assembly into drawbar slots first, then, pivot backwards inserting pin into drawbar pin hole.
2. Be sure support assembly is seated properly, then secure with retainer spring.

FIG. 2

3 MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY TO SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 3)

NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the assistance of another person for mounting coverassembly to tractor.

1. Position cover assembly on ground behind tractor as shown.
2. Lift and rotate cover to align cover brackets with support assembly tubes.
3. Slide cover assembly down onto the support tubes.

FIG. 3

4 CONTAINER ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 4)

1. Place bottom half inside of top half, as shown.
2. Place one foot inside bottom half and lift top half to meet bottom half.
3. Press halves tightly together while lifting top to lock into place as shown.

IMPORTANT:BEFORE LOCKING THE TABS, HOOKED EDGES ON BOTH HALVES MUST OVERLAP TO FORM SEAL AS SHOWN IN INSERT.
4. Repeat for other containers.

FIG. 4

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.

5 CONTAINER MOUNTING (See Fig. 5)

1. Install one container to left side first with warning to outside of unit. Install another container to 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 tubes.

FIG. 5

LOWER CHUTE (See Fig. 6)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.
2. Place slot in lower chute over tab on mower deck and position lower chute over deck opening as shown.
3. Hook rear and front latches.

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.

FIG. 6

UPPER CHUTE (See Figs. 7A & 7B)

1. Lower mower deck to its lowest cutting position.
2. Assemble upper chute by inserting curved end into hole in back of cover.

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

1. Push in and turn upper chute until it is in line with lower chute.
2. Align the bosses on lower chute with alignment slots on upper chute and slide together.
3. Secure with rubber latch by hooking hole in latch over latch pin.

FIG. 7A

FIG. 7B

LEVEL MOWER DECK

• Be sure deck is properly leveled for best mower performance. See your tractors owner's manual for instructions

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 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. Close cover and secure latches over center support tubes.

• 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.

• 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.

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" 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.

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.

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.

REPAIR PARTS/PIÉCES DE RECHANGE

GRASS CATCHER - - MODEL NUMBER GTB54A / RAMASSE-HERBE - - NUMÉRO DE MODELE GTB54A

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REPAIR PARTS/PIÉCES DE RECHANGE

GRASS CATCHER - - MODEL NUMBER GTB54A / RAMASSE-HERBE - - NUMÉRO DE MODELE GTB54A

KEY NO.	PART NO.	DESCRIPTION		KEY NO.	PART NO.	DESCRIPTION
2	532069180	Nut, Crownlock #10-24	Écrou auto-serrant #10-24	18	532187300	Chute, Lower	Glissière inférieure
3	532127533	Screen, Cover	Écran de couvercle	20	871161010	Screw #10-24 x 5/8	Vis #10-24 x 5/8
4	532139850	Cover Assembly (Includes 3, 37, 38, 39)	Couvercle	26	532124670	Spring, Retainer	Ressort de retenue
			(Y compris 3, 37,38,39)	27	532176987	Support Assembly	Ensemble du support
5	532187299	Chute, Upper	Glissière supérieure	28	532187256	Blade, 54" High Lift	Lame de portance élevé 54"
6	818021008	Screw, Special #10-14x1/2	Vis spéciale #10-14x1/2	30	532165898	Spring, Retainer	Ressort de retenue
7	532140572	Dump bag Indicator	Indicateur de sac plein	31	532174083	Plug, Tubing End	Capuchon d'extrémité de tuyau
8	532087175	Screw, #10-24 x 1-1/8	Vis #10-24 x 1-1/8	32	532176990	Bagger, Frame	Cadre de ramasse-herbe
9	819061216	Washer 3/16x3/4x16 Ga.	Rondelle 3/16x3/4x16 Ja.	33	532128600	Pin, Hinge	Goupille de charnière
10	532007206	Spacer, Split	Entretoise fendue	34	532127534	Gasket, Cover	Garniture de couvercle
11	532060867	Nut, Acorn #10-24	Écrou borgne #10-24	35	532183286	Container, Top	Bac à gazon supérieur
12	810071000	Washer, lock	Rondelle frein	36	532129586	Container, Bottom	Bac à gazon supérieur
13	532109808	Latch, Chute	Loquet de glissière	37	532134637	Seal, Cover	Sceau de couvercle
14	532125004	Nut, Weld	Axe de loquet	38	532130895	Latch Handle, Cover	Poignée de loquet de couve
15	532130760	Latch, Hook	Crochet de loquet	39	532186601	Strip, Reinforcement	Bande
16	532130759	Rubber, Latch	Loquet de caoutchoc	40	871141008	Screw #10-24 x 1/2	Vis #10-24 x 1/2
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