MTD 19A70034OEM User manual

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
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’SMANUAL
Twin Rear Bagger - Model No. 19A70034OEM
(January 7, 2013)
FORM NO. 769-08747

To The Owner 1
2
Thank you for purchasing a bagging attachment manufactured
by MTD. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent
performance when properly operated and maintained.
Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment.
It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and
maintain this attachment. Please be sure that you, and any
other persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the
recommended safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or property damage.
All information in this manual is relative to the most recent
product information available at the time of printing. Review this
manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the attachment,
its features and operation. Please be aware that this Operator’s
Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various
models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated
in this manual may not be applicable to all models. We reserve
the right to change product specifications, designs and
equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.
If you have any problems or questions concerning this
attachment, phone your local authorized MTD service dealer
or contact us directly. 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 Customer Support Department.
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of
this machine, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:
◊Visit us on the web at www.mtdproducts.com
◊Call a Customer Support Representative at [phone] or [phone]
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Record Product Information
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locate the model plate on the equipment and record the
information in the provided area to the right. You can locate the
model plate by looking at the topside of the bagger cover. This
information will be necessary, should you seek technical support
via our web site, Customer Support Department, or with a local
authorized service dealer.
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
Safe Operation Practices ........................................ 3
Carton Contents & Hardware Packs...................... 6
Assembly & Installation.......................................... 8
Operation................................................................16
Parts List..................................................................18
Warranty ..................................................Back Cover
Table of Contents

Important Safe Operation Practices 2
3
General Operation
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on your
equipment and in their manuals before attempting to
assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future and regular reference and for ordering replacement
parts.
2. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep
bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from
the mower while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
3. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be
used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys, and other
foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by
the blade(s). Thrown objects can cause serious personal
injury.
4. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during
operation and while performing an adjustment or repair
to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can
cause serious injury to the eyes.
5. Do not operate the mower without the discharge cover
or entire grass catcher in its proper place. A missing
or damaged discharge cover or grass bag attachment
component may result in thrown objects or blade contact
injuries.
6. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the
cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can amputate
hands and feet.
7. Shut off mower’s engine and wait for blades to come to
a complete stop before unclogging mower’s discharge
opening or bagger parts.
8. Slow down before turning. Operate the machine smoothly.
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that a grass catcher attachment can affect the handling
characteristics of your mower.
Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and wait
until the blade(s) come to a complete stop before opening
bagger attachment’s top cover, removing grass catcher,
emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or
debris, or making any adjustments.
10. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn
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
hazard.
12. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use
care and good judgment. Contact your customer service
representative for assistance.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over
accidents which can result in severe injury or death. Attachments
can also affect the stability of the machine. All slopes require
extra caution.
For your safety, use the slope gauge included as part of this
manual to estimate the angle of slopes before operating this
machine on a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 10
degrees as shown on the slope gauge, do not operate the mower
with the grass bag attachment installed on that area or serious
injury could result.
Do:
1. Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme
caution when changing direction on slopes.
2. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed,
could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow
all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply
with these instructions may result in personal injury.
When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING!
DANGER! This attachment was built to be used according to the safe operation practices in
this manual. Carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury.
Mowers are capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe
the following safety instructions as well as the instructions provided with your mower, could
result in serious injury or death.

4SECTION 2 — IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
Safety Symbols
This table depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine before attempting to assemble and operate.
Symbol Description
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Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate
STOP
Turn off the engine before opening the bagger cover.
3. Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed setting so
that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.
Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes
are functioning properly. Always keep machine in gear
when going down slopes to take advantage of engine
braking action.
4. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel
weights or counterweights to improve stability.
5. Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do
not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Rapid
engagement or braking could cause the front of the
machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could
cause serious injury.
6. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight down
the slope.
Do Not:
1. Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn slowly
and gradually downhill, if possible.
2. 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, 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
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blade(s) and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the
spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent
unintended starting.
2. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
3. Never tamper with your mower’s safety interlock system
or other safety devices. Check their proper operation
regularly.
4. Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs while the
mower’s engine is running.
5. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are
subject to wear and damage which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection,
frequently check components and replace immediately
with original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only,
listed in this manual. Use of parts which do not meet the
original equipment specifications may lead to improper
performance and compromise safety!
6. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
WARNING! Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and
follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

5SECTION 2 — IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
(OK) (TOO STEEP)
USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE
IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION!
To check the slope, proceed as follows: 1. Remove this page and fold along the dashed line. 2. Locate a vertical object on or behind the slope (e.g. a pole, building, fence, tree, etc.) 3. Align either side of the slope gauge with the object (See Figure 1 and Figure 2 ). 4. Adjust 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).
10° dashed line
Slope Gauge
Figure 2Figure 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 slopes in excess of 10 degrees. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. Always mow up and down slopes, never across the face of slopes.

Contents of Carton 3
6
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and shown in Fig. 3-1. The hardware packs included in this kit are detailed on the following page.
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t Two Chute Tube Extensions
t Flexible Tube Extension
t Discharge Chute Elbow
t Upper Chute Tube
t Grass Catcher Cover
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t Two Adhesive Foam Strips
t Two Wide Adhesive Rubber Strips
t Upper Chute Support
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Figure 3-1
This bracket kit not needed
for installation on this unit.

7SECTION 3 — CONTENTSOF CARTON
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
This grass collector kit is shipped with three loose hardware packs enclosed and one set of hardware packed with the upright mounting
bracket. Please check your hardware packs against the illustrations below. The quantities for each item is listed in parenthesis.
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710-0376
712-04063
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Assembly & Installation 4
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Figure 4-2
2. Secure the mounting bracket assembly to the tractor using
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Figure 4-3
3. Tighten all of the hardware installed at this time.
4. Install the upright support bracket onto the mounting
assembly on the tractor by hooking it over the mounting
assembly as shown in Figure 4-4.
NOTE: References to left, right, front and rear of the tractor are
from the operator’s position, unless otherwise stated.
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disengage the PTO, stop the tractor engine and set the
parking brake.
Assemble Mounting Brackets
To assemble the bagger mounting assembly, locate the
mounting assembly parts, as shown in Figure 4-1, and follow
these steps:
1. Attach the two hitch side brackets to the rear attachment
bracket using four 710-0276 carriage bolts and 712-04063
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4-1.
Figure 4-1
Note: When assembling this mounting assembly, it is best to
not fully tighten the bracket at this time. This will facilitate the
mounting process in later steps, which will then require fully
tightening this mounting assembly.
Mount Assembly on Tractor
Install mounting assembly on tractor as follows:
1. Slide the mounting bracket assembly along the frame rails
of the tractor until the hooks in the mounting brackets
align under the shoulder bolts on your tractor, as seen in
Figure 4-2.
Note: Remove rear tube bumper if equipped.

9SECTION 4 — ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
Assembling Remaining Bagger Components
Now that the mounting brackets are assembled and are in place
on the tractor, follow these steps to assemble the remaining
bagger components.
1. Snap the plastic upper chute support in place by first
clipping the side portion onto the bagger support rail (1)
with the edge of the snap feature aligned with the line on
the label, as shown in the inset of Figure 4-6.
1
2
Figure 4-6
2. Snap the front side of the chute support to the rail (2), as
shown in Figure 4-6.
3. If not already installed by the factory, install the bagger
screen into the bagger cover by first inserting one end into
the corresponding cutout mounting hole, as in Figure 4-7.
Make sure to feed the screen under the lip, as in Figure 4-8.
Figure 4-7
5. Secure the upright support bracket to the mounting
assembly in the mounting hole just to the right of center,
as indicated in Figure 4-4, with a 710-0376 hex bolt and
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See Figure 4-4.
54-inch Deck
Figure 4-4
6. Install and secure the hanger assembly onto the upright
support bracket using a 710-0276 carriage bolt and 712-
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Figure 4-5.
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Figure 4-5
Note: The carriage bolt (710-0276), from hardware pack
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engine. The hex bolt (710-0376), from the same hardware
pack, goes in the bottom hole.

10 SECTION 4 — ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
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Figure 4-11
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your right hand, as seen in 1 of Figure 4-12, and lifting the
cover with your left hand in the center rear of the bagger
cover, 2.
1
2
Figure 4-12
4. Clip in the other side of the screen by flexing the screen
and pushing it down into the other corresponding cutout
hole. See Figure 4-8.
Make sure screen sits under the cover’s lip
Figure 4-8
5. Install the bagger cover onto the bag support assembly, as
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mounting tabs.
Figure 4-9
6. Slide the hinge pin into the hole located on the mounting
tab, as in Figure 4-10. Use the cut-out window (See inset in
Figure 4-10) to line up the hinge pin on the other side and
push pin all the way in until it reaches the end-stop. At this
point the pin clips into place and is secured by a tab in the
bagger cover. See Figure 4-11.

11SECTION 4 — ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
8. Install both bag assemblies onto the bag support brackets
by inserting the front edge in first, as seen in 1 of Figure
4-13, and setting the back edge down until it fits into the
assembly (2).
1
2
Figure 4-13
Attaching Blades
WARNING! Always protect your hands while
servicing blades by wearing heavy work gloves or
using heavy rags.
NOTE: Three high-lift bagging blades are included in the grass-
catcher kit. Replace the blades with these new blades and save
the existing blades as replacements or to reinstall on the blade
spindles when not using the bagger kit.
1. Remove cutting deck from beneath the tractor following
instructions for Deck Removal in operator’s manual of the
tractor. Gently flip the deck over to expose its underside.
2. Place a block of wood between the center deck housing
baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer. See Figure
4-14.
Wood Block
Hex Flange Nut
Spindle Assembly
Figure 4-14
3. Use a 15/16” wrench to remove the hex flange nut that secures
the blades to the blade spindle assemblies. See Figure 4-14.
WARNING: The hex flange nut has a right-handed
thread pattern. Do not attempt to force the nut in
wrong direction; it may damage the nut and create a
safety hazard.
4. Place a new blade on each spindle so that side of the blade
with part number faces the ground when the mower is in
the operating position.
5. Secure with the hex flange nut removed earlier. Use a
torque wrench to tighten the hex flange nut between 70 to
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6. Move the wood block to either the left or right blade for
stabilization and remove and replace the center blade so
that side of the blade with part number faces the ground
when the mower is in the operating position.
Installing the Deck Baffle
Note: If the deck is still flipped upside down with the blades
exposed, it may be easiest to flip the deck back over to complete the
following installation of the deck baffle and chute stop bracket.
1. Remove two of the self-tapping deck screws on the front
right side of your deck.
2. Install the deck baffle included with the loose parts to the
underside of the mowing deck using two 710-04666 hex
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Hex Bolt
Flange Lock Nut
Figure 4-15

12 SECTION 4 — ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
Assembling and Configuring the Discharge Chute
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component must first be assembled onto the discharge chute
elbow. The following are the instructions for assembling and
configuring the discharge chute elbow.
1. Locate the discharge chute elbow and install the grass-
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the chute elbow in the hole provided as shown in Figure
4-18. Secure the grass-catcher pin with a flange lock nut
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Figure 4-18
2. Attach the rubber strap (723-04008A), from hardware pack
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(711-05063) from the same hardware pack. Secure with a
flat washer (736-0204) and bow tie cotter pin (714-04040)
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Figure 4-19
Attaching Chute Stop Bracket
1. Remove the carriage bolt and lock nut holding the chute
stop to the deck. See the left Inset of Figure 4-16. Retain the
carriage bolt for reinstallation.
2. Replace with new chute stop bracket, from the bagger
kit, at the same position on the deck. See the right Inset
of Figure 4-16. Secure with the carriage bolt previously
removed, and a 712-04065 flange lock nut from hardware
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NOTE: This chute stop bracket may stay on the unit even
when the bagger is not being used.
Figure 4-16
Installing the Chute Discharge Plate
1. Remove the discharge chute by removing the two flange
lock nuts securing it.
2. With a hammer, lightly tap the bolts out. Discard the bolts
and flange lock nuts.
3. Install the chute discharge plate to the inside of the deck
opening, as seen in Figure 4-17, using two carriage bolts
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4. Replace the discharge chute and secure with two flange
lock nuts (712-04065) included in the same hardware pack.
5. Securely tighten the hardware at this time.
Figure 4-17

13SECTION 4 — ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
6. Install the upper chute tube into the extension tube that
the rubber strap was NOT installed on. Secure the tubes
together using two ratchet clips (726-3046) included in
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Figure 4-22
7. Install both hose clamps onto each end of the flexible hose
extension as shown in Figure 4-23, positioning them over
the wide adhesive rubber strips previously installed on
each extension tube.
Figure 4-23
Note: Orientate the hose clamps so that they align over the
two wide adhesive rubber strips previously installed and
the excess from the clamps points downward as shown in
the inset of Figure 4-23.
Note: It is best to only snug-fit these clamps in this phase
as you will be instructed to tighten them later once the
discharge chute is installed on the tractor and adjusted.
3. Peel the backing off of one of the self-adhesive foam
strips (721-04388) that has been included with your grass
collector. Apply it to the upper chute, flush against the
flange as shown in Figure 4-20.
4. Peel the backing off of the other self-adhesive foam
strip (721-04388) that has been included with your grass
collector. Apply it to the bottom edge of the upper chute
tube, flush against the edge as shown in Figure 4-20.
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tube when applying the self -adhesive foam strip.
Figure 4-20
5. Apply the two wide adhesive rubber strips included with
the bagger onto each chute extension tube, approximately
1.25 inches from the narrow end of the extension tube,
which should be approximately a quarter inch above the
bead on the narrow end of each extension tube, as shown
in Figure 4-21.
x2
Approx. 1 1/4in.
Figure 4-21

14 SECTION 4 — ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
Installing the Discharge Chute
1. Reinstall cutting deck onto the tractor reversing the instructions
for Deck Removal in operator’s manual of the tractor.
2. Raise the deck to its highest position.
3. Raise the chute deflector (A in Figure 4-24) on the deck and
hold it while you position the discharge chute over the
chute opening.
4. Insert the hinge pin of the discharge chute into the tube on
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5. Rotate the chute around the deck so that its front edge fits
snugly into the deck opening. Lower the chute deflector
slowly (C in Figure 4-24).
A
C
B
Figure 4-24
6. Attach the retainer strap on the discharge chute to the
retainer clip on the deck. Refer to Figure 4-25.
Note: For the chute elbow to be properly installed, the bottom
edge must fall over the bottom of the deck opening and the tab
on top of the elbow should rest above the deck opening.
IMPORTANT: If the retainer clip is not present on the mowing deck, on
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installed in the deck in the position noted in Figure 4-25. Remove the
screw in the deck and reinstall with the retainer hook.
Figure 4-25
7. Install the upper chute tube onto the chute elbow by
lining up the rubber strap on the upper chute tube with
the pin installed on the chute elbow, as shown in Figure
4-26. Secure the upper chute tube to the chute elbow by
hooking the rubber strap onto the deck pin as shown.
Figure 4-26
8. With the bagger cover open, pivot the upper chute tube
into position so that the chute rests in the upper chute
support. See Figure 4-27.
Note: Make sure to align the upper chute with the ridges
on the upper chute support.
Close the grass catcher cover.
Figure 4-27
10. With the chute installed in its proper orientation and the
deck set in the lowest cutting position, tighten both hose
clamps on the flexible tube extension, making sure the
clamps are still positioned over the rubber adhesive strips.

15SECTION 4 — ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
Install The Counter Weight
The front weight kit is designed for use with all RZT-L (Lap
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designed nor required for use with all RZT-S (Steering Wheel)
Residential Zero-turn models.
WARNING: This front-weight kit is required when
operating any compatible lap bar RZT-L models
equipped with a grass collector. Failure to install this
kit may result in serious injury or death.
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the RZT-L on a firm and level surface, set the parking
brake, place the PTO in the disengaged (OFF)
position, stop the motor and remove the ignition
key to prevent unintended starting.
Note: The front weight kit is not utilized on the RZT-S (Steering
Wheel) Residential Zero Turn units. Do not attempt to mount it
on RZT-S models, as it will not fit.
RZT models are available with two different front-end styles.
Identify your RZT using the images in the following instructions
and follow the applicable steps.
RZT Models with a Pivoting Front Axle
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bar in place will ease in completing the following steps.
1. Insert the two 3 1⁄4-inch (710-3056) screws from hardware
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2. Position the weight bar onto the foot rest and secure it in
place with two 3⁄8” flange nuts (712-04065) from the same
hardware pack. See Figure 4-28.
Note: To hold and retain nut for tightening, it may
be necessary to insert the nut into the box end of a
combination wrench and slide up through the opening in
the floorboard.
Figure 4-28
RZT Models with a Fixed Front Axle
1. Attach the left mounting bracket and the right mounting
bracket to the weight bar using two 21⁄2-inch screws (710-
and 3⁄8” flange nuts (712-04065) from hardware pack
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Figure 4-29
2. Attach the weight bar assembly to the front axle with a 3
1⁄4-inch (710-3056) screw and (712-04063) flange nut from
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right side. Do not fully tighten at this time. See Figure 4-30.
Figure 4-30
3. Visually center the weight bar assembly on the tractor
and tighten the hardware installed in step 2 to secure the
brackets to the front axle.

Operation 5
16
Bagger Usage
NOTE: When both 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.
1. Open the grass catcher hood by pushing in on the rear,
right-side tab with your right hand, as seen in 1 of Figure
5-1, and lifting the cover with your left hand in the center
rear of the bagger cover, 2.
1
2
Figure 5-1
2. Do not remove the chute tube assembly from the tractor.
3. Remove the grass bags by lifting these up (1) and moving
the bags away from the bag support assembly (2). See
Figure 5-2.
1
2
Figure 5-2
4. Empty the grass clippings at a proper disposal site, use the
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firmly, empty the contents
5. Replace grass bags, close lid, flip down seat, restart your
tractor, release parking brake and resume cutting your
grass.

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19A70034OEM Parts List
12
14
4
1
38
45
15
24
6
26
43
44
43
20
21
16
28 29
18
34
46
33
33
39
12
22
23
42
26
5
9
8
13
27
2
32
36
25
35
19
34
12
41
40
31
30
7
3
17
5
22
22
10
12
11

Ref. Part Number Description
25. 726-3046 Ratchet Clip, .250
26. 731-06611 #BHHFS$IVUF"EBQUFS*O
27.  #MBEF-H)JHI-JGU
28.  Chute Discharge Plate
 710-3168 $BSSJBHF#PMUY
30. 723-0476 Chute Strap
31. 710-3015 )FY)FBE4DSFXY
32. 712-04064 Flange Lock Nut, 1/4 - 20
33. " RZT Mounting Assembly
(Incl. Ref No. 17 & 33)
34.  Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20
35. 723-04008A Chute Strap
36.  Grass-catcher Pin
37.  Machine Screw, 1/4-20
38. 721-04388 Adhesive Strip
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40.  )FY#PMUY
41.  8FJHIU.PVOUJOH#SBDLFU3)
42.  8FJHIU.PVOUJOH#SBDLFU-)
43.  "EK)PTF$MBNQ
44. 764-05023 Flexible Chute Extension
45. 735-05020 Wide Adhesive Rubber Strip
46. 710-04666 )FY'MBOHF#PMUY
* RZT-L Models Only!
Ref. Part Number Description
1. 631-05071 Upper Chute Assembly
2.  5XJO#BHHFS$PWFS
3.  Upper Chute Support
4. 731-06504 #BHHFS$PWFS4DSFFO
5. 710-0276 Carriage Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.00”
6. 710-0376 )FY)FBE4DSFXYw
7.  Clevis Pin, .50” Dia. x .78 Lg.
8. " Grass-bag Assembly
 683-04461A-0637 5XJO#BH4VQQPSU"TTFNCMZ
10. " 7FSUJDBM4VQQPSU#SBDLFU
11.  $PWFS)JOHF1JO
12. 712-04063 Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18
13. 735-0246A End Plug
14.  3FUBJOFS)PPL
15. 631-04300C Discharge Chute Elbow
16. 683-0617A-0637 $IVUF4UPQ#SBDLFU
17. 783-06168-0637 6OJWFSTBM.PVOUJOH#SBDLFU
18. 703-06018A-0637 %FDL#BõF
 711-05063 Clevis Pin, 5/16 x 3/4
20. 714-04040 #PX5JF$PUUFS1JO
21. 736-0204 Flat Washer, .344 x .620 x .033
22. 712-04065 Flange Lock Nut, 3/8 - 16
23.  Cotter Pin, .080 x 1.5625 Internal
24. " 3;5#BHHFS8FJHIU

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR
GDOC-100167 REV. A
The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with
respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United
States and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products
Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used
in Canada and/or its territories and possessions (either entity
respectively, “MTD”).
“MTD” warrants this product (excluding its Normal Wear Parts and
Attachments as described below) against defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year commencing on the date
of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of
charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.
This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been
operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator’s Manual
furnished with the product, and has not been subject to misuse,
abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance,
alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of other
peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or
use of any part, accessory or attachment not approved by MTD
for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your
warranty as to any resulting damage.
Normal Wear Parts are warranted to be free from defects in material
and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of
purchase. Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to items
such as: batteries, belts, blades, blade adapters, tines, grass bags,
wheels, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, friction
wheels, shave plates, auger spiral rubber and tires.
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defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year,
commencing on the date of the attachment’s original purchase or
lease. Attachments include, but are not limited to items such as:
grass collectors and mulch kits.
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In Canada
Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, or call
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This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following
cases:
a. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a separate
one- year warranty.
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sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments,
deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior
finish due to use or exposure.
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