Normal Removal

WARNING

For operation without bagger, the mower discharge deflector MUST be properly installed in the down position and retained by the spring latch.

Removal

1.Unhook rubber strap (P, Figure 11) from pin (Q), then remove tube assembly (O) from chute (R) and from cover (I).

2.Lift cover (I) and remove bags (J) from bag and cover support assembly (B).

Note: Support the cover during the next step.

3.Remove cover (I) by disconnecting retainer springs (G), then remove both hinge pins (F).

4.Remove bag and cover support assembly (B) from hitch assembly (A) by removing retainer spring (E), then removing mount pin (D).

Note: To prevent loss of pins and retainer springs re-attach them to the cover, and bag and cover support assembly.

5.Remove wing nut (U) from carriage bolt (W).

6.Remove knob (S) from carriage bolt (T).

7.Lift up discharge deflector (V)and remove chute (R) from carriage bolt (T and W).

IMPORTANT: See that discharge deflector (R) returns to the DOWN position.