MTD 190 User manual

To The Owner • Carton Contents • Assembly • Parts Lists • Warranty
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
IMPORTANT
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Models 190 & 192
(for 50-inch decks)
Triple Rear Bagger
For FastAttach™Garden Tractors
03/26/2007
FORM NO. 769-01136E

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MTD LLC
P. O. BOX 361131
CLEVELAND,OH 44136
330-220-4683
800-800-7310
Finding and Recording Model Number
BEFORE YOU START ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT, please locate the model plate and copy the information from
it in this Operator’s Manual for future reference. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from our
Customer Support Department or your authorized dealer.
You can locate it by looking on the front, left portion of the plastic grass catcher cover as seen below:
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new grass collector. It will help you assemble,
prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was
purchased, without first contacting Customer Support.
Customer Support
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of this unit,
you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:
*Locate the model plate on your bagger and copy the information from it in the space provided above for future reference.
• Visit www.mtdproducts.com for many useful suggestions. Click on the Customer Service link and you will get several
options to help in answering your questions. Click on the appropriate button and help is immediately available.
• If you prefer to reach a Customer Support Representative, please call 1-800-800-7310.
Model Number Serial Number

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For parts and/or
accessories
please call
1-800-800-7310, or
1-330-220-4683.
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To The Owner
&
Contents of
Carton
To The Owner
One Chute Tube
One Discharge Chute Assembly
Three Grass Bag Assemblies
One Support Tube
One Grass Catcher Cover Assembly
One Mounting Bracket (Shown Assembled)
Three Blades (Star Hole Center)
Three Blades(Round Hole Center)†
Tube Extension
Chute Stop Bracket
Deck Deflector
Figure 1-1
CONTENTS OF CARTON
Before beginning installation, remove all parts from the carton to make sure everything is present. Carton
contents are listed below and shown in Fig. 1-1.
† Included with Model 190-190-100 & OCC-190-192.
NOTE: Model 190 Triple Bagger Kit is designed for use
on Fast Attach™ compatible tractors equipped with 50-
inch cutting deck only. This will NOT mount, nor operate
safely or properly on any other tractor regardless of the
tractor’s compatibility with similar accessories.
The instructions in this manual are divided into sections
that cover the installation of the 190-190-100 & 190-192-
190 on a 50” deck. Carefully read all sections and study
the illustrations to ensure proper installation and usage
of this attachment. Read and observe all WARNING and
CAUTION statements. They are included to provide for
the protection of the equipment installer and user, and to
ensure the prolonged service life of the equipment.
NOTE: References to LEFT and RIGHT indicate the left
and right sides of the tractor when facing forward in the
operator’s position. Reference to the FRONT indicates
the grille end; to the REAR, the rear end of the tractor.
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Grass Bag
Assemblies
Hairpin
Clip
Clevis Pin
Blades
Blades
Cover
Assembly
Chute Tube
Support Tube
(attached to cover
assembly)
Bracket
Assembly
Discharge Chute
Assembly
Chute Stop Bracket
Carriage Bolt
Hex Lock Nut
Flange Lock Nut
Deck Baffle
Bell Washer
HH Cap Screw

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Assembly
And
Operation
NOTE:
References to left,
right, front and rear
of the tractor are
from the operator’s
position, unless
otherwise stated.
IMPORTANT:
There are two holes in
the clevis pin. Be sure
to insert the hairpin
clip in the upper hole
to properly secure the
bracket assembly to
the hitch plate.
Figure 2-2
Figure 2-4 Figure 2-3
Assembly & Operation
NOTE: References to left, right, front and rear of the
tractor are from the operator’s position, unless otherwise
stated.
• Before assembly, place the tractor on a firm, level
surface, disengage the PTO, stop the tractor engine
and set the parking brake.
• For convenience, pivot the seat forward and leave
it in that position until the grass collector is fully
mounted and assembled.
Mounting Bracket Assembly
• Remove the hairpin clip and clevis pin from the rear
of the mounting bracket assembly. See Figure 2-1.
• Position the hooked ends of the bracket assembly to
the outside of the hitch plate and over the shoulder
bolts. See Figure 2-2.
• Reinsert the clevis pin through the aligned holes
in both the bracket assembly and the hitch plate.
Secure with the hairpin clip. See Figure 2-3.
IMPORTANT: There are two holes in the clevis pin.
Be sure to insert the hairpin clip in the upper hole to
properly secure the bracket assembly to the hitch plate.
Attaching Grass Catcher Cover
and Grass Bags
• Place the grass catcher cover assembly’s support
tube in position on the rear of unit by sliding the
support tube down through the center hole in the
mounting bracket assembly. See Figure 2-4.
• Lift the grass catcher cover and attach the grass
bags using the slots shown in Figure 2-5. Close the
grass catcher cover.
NOTE: Cover not shown for clarity.
Figure 2-1
upper hole

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Always protect
your hands while
servicing blades
by wearing heavy
work gloves or using
heavy rags.
The hex flange nut
has a right-handed
thread pattern.
Do not attempt to
force the nut in an
incorrect direction;
it may damage the
nut and create a
safety hazard.
Attaching Blades
WARNING: Always protect your hands
while servicing blades by wearing heavy
work gloves or using heavy rags.
NOTE: Three 2-in-1 (Discharge/Bag) blades, with a star
mounting hole, are included in the grass catcher kit.
These will replace the 3-in-1 (Discharge/Bag/Mulch)
blades already installed on the deck of the tractor. For
better bagging performance, it is recommended that you
install these new 2-in-1 blades included with this kit.
NOTE: Blades with a round mounting hole will be
included with all Cub Cadet kits and are for use with
select Cub Cadet mowers.
To Install Blades: Remove the cutting deck from be-
neath the tractor (refer to instructions for Deck Removal
in your tractor’s operator’s manual), then gently flip the
deck over to expose its underside.
• Place a block of wood between the center deck hous-
ing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer.
See Fig. 2-6.
• Use a 1-1/8” wrench to remove the hex flange nut
that secures the blade to the outer blade spindle
assembly. See Fig. 2-6.
WARNING: The hex flange nut has a right-
handed thread pattern. Do not attempt to
force the nut in an incorrect direction; it
may damage the nut and create a safety
hazard.
• Place a new blade on top of the outer blade spindle
so that side of the blade with part number faces the
ground when the mower is in the operating position.
• Secure with the hex flange nut removed earlier. Use a
torque wrench to tighten the hex flange nut between
70 to 90 foot-pounds.
• Replace blades from the other outer and center blade
spindles with the blades from the bagger kit.
NOTE: Save the three blades you just removed to use as
replacements or to reinstall on the blade spindles when
not using the bagger kit.
• Remount the cutting deck following instructions in the
owner’s manual of the tractor.
Install Deck Baffle
• Remove two of the self-tapping deck screws on the
front right side of your deck. See Fig. 2-7.
• Install the front deck baffle using two hex nuts, bel-
leville washers and hex bolts supplied in this bagger
kit.
Figure 2-7
Figure 2-5 WARNING
Deck Baffle
Hex Bolt
Washer
Hex Nut
Assembly
And
Operation
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NOTE:
Save the three
blades you just
removed to use as
replacements or to
reinstall on the blade
spindles when not
using the bagger kit.
Figure 2-6
Wood Block
Hex Flange Nut
Spindle Assembly

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Attaching Chute Stop Bracket
• Remove the carriage bolt and lock nut holding the
chute stop to the deck. See Inset A of Fig. 2-8. Save
the hardware.
• Replace with new chute stop bracket, from the bag-
ger kit, at the same position on the deck. See Inset
B of Fig. 2-8. Secure with the hardware removed
earlier.
NOTE: An extra set of carriage bolt and lock nut have
been supplied in your accessory kit. You may replace
the old hardware for the chute stop bracket with these
new ones, or save for later use.
NOTE: This chute stop bracket may stay on the unit
even when the bagger is not being used.
Attaching Discharge Chute
• Raise the deck to its highest position.
• Raise the chute deflector (A in Fig. 2-9) on the deck
and hold it while you position the discharge chute
over the chute opening.
• Insert the hinge pin of the discharge chute into the
tube on the chute stop bracket. See B in Fig. 2-9.
• Rotate the chute around the deck so that its front
edge fits snugly into the deck opening. Lower the
chute deflector slowly(C in Fig. 2-9).
• Attach the longer of the three retainer straps on the
discharge chute to the retainer clip on the deck.
Refer to Fig. 2-10.
Figure 2-8
Figure 2-9
Figure 2-10
A B
Discharge Chute
Attach long
strap here
Assembly
And
Operation
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A
B
C
NOTE:
An extra set of
carriage bolt and lock
nut have been supplied
in your accessory kit.
You may replace the
old hardware for the
chute stop bracket with
these new ones, or
save for later use.
NOTE:
This chute stop
bracket may stay
on the unit even when
the bagger is not
being used.
Hinge Pin

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• Insert the curved end of chute tube into the hole in
the grass bag cover as shown in Fig. 2-11.
• Insert the lower end of the chute tube over the
discharge chute so that its two notches fit into the
two corresponding notches on the discharge chute.
See Fig. 2-12.
• Secure by placing the ends of the two short retainer
straps on the discharge chute over the pins on the
chute tube.
Bagger Usage
Your triple bagger kit is a valuable accessory to your
tractor. Optimize its performance by operating it correctly.
NOTE: Model 190 Triple Bagger Kit is designed for use
on Fast Attach™ compatible tractors equipped with 50-
inch cutting decks only. This will NOT mount, nor operate
safely or properly on any other tractor regardless of the
tractor’s compatibility with similar accessories.
When all grass bags are full, place the tractor on a
firm, level surface, disengage the PTO, turn the tractor
engine off and set the parking brake.
• Flip Seat up.
• Open the grass bag cover by lifting the cover up. Do
not remove the chute tube assembly from the tractor.
• Remove the grass bags by lifting these up and mov-
ing the bags away from the support tube assembly.
• Empty the grass clippings at a proper disposal site,
use the handle at the bottom of each grass bag.
Holding the bag firmly, empty the contents
• Replace grass bags, close lid, flip down seat, restart
your tractor and resume cutting your grass.
NOTE: Under normal usage, the grass bags are subject
to wear and tear. Check these bags periodically and
wash with water if dirty. Allow to air-dry; do not apply
heat.
Figure 2-11
Assembly
And
Operation
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NOTE:
Model 190 Triple
Bagger Kit is designed
for use on Fast Attach™
compatible tractors
equipped with 50-inch
cutting decks only.
This will NOT mount,
nor operate safely or
properly on any other
tractor regardless of the
tractor’s compatibility
with similar accessories.
Figure 2-12
Align notches

8
23
41
17
26
52
15
43
39
46
8
21
22
27
27
35
36
39
39
438
16
20
3
25
9
42
34
40
47
49
50
44
37
51
17
1
10
10
24 216 1
18 11
6
31
32
11
32
16
18
5
16
7
24
12
13
28
30
16
29
14
19
16
33
48
45
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For parts and/or
accessories
please call
1-800-800-7310, or
1-330-220-4683.
www.mtdproducts.com
Part List:
Rear Triple
Bagger
Ref.
No.
Part No. Description
1 17200A Catcher Support Bracket
2 17247 Support Tube Bracket
3 631-0221A Elbow Chute Assembly
4 664-04018 Grass Catcher Cover Assembly
(includes references 34-44)
5 683-0617A Chute Stop Bracket Assembly
6 689-00002 Grass Catcher Support Assembly
7 703-05783 Deflector, 50” Deck
8 710-0106 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.25
9 710-0597 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.00
10 710-0751 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x .62
11 710-3008 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .75
12 710-3015 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x .75
13 710-3168 Carriage Bolt, 3/8-16: 1.00
14 711-0309A Clevis Pin
15 711-04069 Grass Catcher Pin, 1/4-20
16 712-04064 Hex Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20
17 712-04065 Hex Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16
18 712-3004A Hex Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18
19 714-0117 Internal Cotter Pin, .148 x 3
20 723-04008A Chute Strap, 6.00 Long
21 723-0476 Retainer Strap Assembly
22 731-0926B Chute Tube
23 736-0253 Belleville Washer
24 736-0270 Bell Washer, .265 x .75 x .062
25 736-3092 Flat Washer .265 x 1.0 x .030
26 738-0380 Shoulder Screw, .50 x .27, 3/8-16
27 742-04056C Blade, 17.90Lg. Star Mnt, Bag.
Ref.
No.
Part No. Description
742-04067C Blade, 17.90Lg. Rnd. Mnt, Bag.†
28 783-0601 Catcher Support Bracket
29 783-0673B Catcher Support Bracket, RH
30 783-0764B Catcher Support Bracket, LH
31 783-0765 Catcher Support Bracket
32 783-1501 Catcher Spacer Bracket
33 764-0251 Grassbag Assembly
(Includes References 45-50)
34 17202B Bracket Mounting Screen
35 710-1652 Self-tap Screw, 1/4-20 x .625
36 720-04018 Screen
37 726-0233 Push Nut, .25 x .50
38 726-0479 Ratchet Clip
39 728-0123 Pop Rivet
40 731-04189 Grassbag Retainer Seal
41 731-0824A Plastic Plate
42 735-04020 Grassbag Hopper Seal
43 736-0400 Flat Washer, .194 x .62 x .063
44 749-0747 Hinge Bracket Assembly
45 17201A Bag Frame Hanger Bracket
46 710-0473 Screw, #10-24 x .5
47 710-0604A Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x.625
48 712-0272 Hex Sems Nut, #10-24
49 749-0745A Grassbag Frame Tube
50 764-0251 Grass Catcher Bag
51 777D03361 Cub Cadet Logo (if equipped)
52 726-3040 Push Cap (if equipped)
† Equipped with Model 190-190-100 & OCC-190-192.

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