REMOVAL

Removing Bagger Kit

1.Lift thumb latch and remove hose from blower assembly and bagger assembly (see figure 14 on page 14).

2.Remove belt guard.

3.Remove V-belt from double pulley (see figure 12 on page 14).

4.Remove blower assembly (see figure 11 on page 13).

5.Re-install the original belt cover.

6.Install discharge chute.

CAUTION: Deflected material may cause injury. ALWAYS operate mower with bagger cover closed and secured, blower assembly fastened securely, or with chute deflector in operating position.

CAUTION: Always install counterweights on front axle before operating unit with bagger attached. Always remove counterweights from front axle when bagger is removed from the unit.

7.Remove cast iron weights (see figure 4 on page 10).

8.Remove catcher assembly (see figure 8 on page 12).

NOTE: When removing the grass bagger, do not disassemble the entire kit. Remove the bagger cover assembly from the lower mount bracket. You can remove the lower mount or keep it installed. If you remove the lower mount, replace the original bumper on the unit.

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