5-2 Recommended Maintenance Schedule
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Maintenace Service | Maintenace Procedure |
Intrevals | • Inspect the Grass Catcher |
After first 10 hours of | |
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Before each use | • Clean the Grass Catcher |
Before storage | • Inspect the Grass Catcher |
| • Clean the Grass Catcher |
Inspecting the Grass Catcher
Inspect the bagger attachment after the first 10 hours of operation, and monthly thereafter.
1. Check the chute, discharge tube, and the bagger top. Replace these parts if they are cracked or broken.
2. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
3. Under normal use thebags will deteriorate and wear. Inspect the grass bags for deterioration.
! CAUTION!
You or bystanders could be severely injured by flying debris or thrownobjects that may pass through torn, worn or deteriorated grass bags.
• Frequently check the grass bags for holes, rips,
• wear, and other deterioration.
• Do not wash the grass bags.
If the bag has deteriorated, install new grass bags supplied by the manufacturer of this bagger attachment.
Inspecting the Mower Blades
Refer to your mower Operator’s Man ual f or complete blade maintenance.
Caring for the Grass Bags
Washing the grass bags is not recommended.
Under normal use the bags will deteriorate and wear. To prevent rapid deterioration of the bag material, store the bags where they willdry completely after each use.
Cleaning the Grass Catcher
1. After each use,remove and wash the inside and out side of the Grass Catcher top, discharge tube, chute, and the underside of the mower, using water sprayed from a garden hose. Use a mild automotive detergent to remove stubborn dirt.
2. Make sure you remove matted grass from all parts.
3. After washing, let all of the parts dry thoroughly. Do not wash the grass bags.
Storage
Storing the Grass Catcher
1. Clean the Grass Catcher; refer to Cleaning the Grass Catcher.
2. Inspect the Grass Catcher for damage; refer to Inspecting the Grass Catcher.
3. Make sure the grass bags are empty and thoroughly dry.
4. Store the Grass Catcher in a clean, dry place, out of
direct sunlight. This protects the plasticparts and extends the life of the bagger. If you must store the bagger outside, cover it with a weatherproofcover.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
1.When the bags get full, there will be slight blowout from the front right corner of the GrassCatcher. Emptying the bags at this point will minimizethe potential for the tube to plug.
2.If there is excessive blowout from thedeck, check to make sure that the rear screen in the hood is clear of grass build up. It is recommended thatthe screen and mesh portions of the bags be cleanedregularly to maintain proper air flow. This is especially mportanti in wet conditions.
3.During dry conditions check engineair cleaners and clean cooling fins more frequently. The Grass Catcher has been designed to minimize the impact of dust and debris on the mower, but bagging can be a dirty envi- ronment.
4Maintaining a ground speed that doesnot pull down the engine RPM will allow for the highest productivity and best quality of cut. Bogging the engine RPM down by going too fast will cause plugging and quality of cut issues.
5.When storing the bagger, it is recommended hatt any grass build up in the tubes be cleanedout.
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