WARNING
When operating without the collector, the mower deflector
MUST be installed in the down position and retained with
the spring latch.
Remove the Collector
For 46”, 52” and 48” Fabricated Decks
1. Lift up the cover assembly and remove and empty bags.
2. Unhook the strap from the pin. Remove the middle tube
and upper tube from the bagging boot and the cover.
3. Remove the boot and lift off the collector from the
upright support.
The removal of the baffles is not required of the 46” and
52” mowers.
Storage
Clean the grass collector with a mild detergent. Remove
debris from the screen on the bottom of the lid.
If paint is scratched on metal parts, paint the parts again, or
apply a thin layer of oil to prevent corrosion.
Keep in a dry area. Dry fully before long term of storage.
Always store away from moisture.
Operation
WARNING
Disengage the electric clutch (PTO). Shut off the engine,
remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop
before attaching, adjusting, or disconnecting any part of
the collection system.
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LWAYS shut off the tractor, disengage the PTO, and
allow all moving parts to stop BEFORE disconnecting or
clearing the tube, or emptying the grass bags.
Before Operation
Remove all sticks, stones, or other debris, which can get
caught or thrown by the mower blades.
For best results, mow when the grass is dry. Wet grass
can clump and block the mower and grass collector.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN MOWING, make sure the bottom of
the mower and the bottom of the catcher cover are clear
of grass and debris.
For satisfactory grass collection, air circulation from the
mower deck, through the chute, and into the grass catcher
is very important.
Make sure there are tight connections between the mower
deck, turbo housing, tubes, and grass catcher cover.
Mowing with the Grass Collector
Always operate the riding mower with the throttle at full
speed.
If grass is long, slow the ground speed and cut half the
width of the mower to prevent blockage. Another method
is to cut once with the deck in a high setting and then cut
again with the deck in a low setting.
Do not open the cover with the mower engaged.
If a large amount of cut grass ejects from the bottom of the
deck, the tube may be blocked or the bags may be full.
Stop the rider, disengage the PTO, stop the engine and
then empty the collector or remove the blockage from the
tube.
Recommended Accessories
Use front counterweights if operating on slopes when a rear
attachment is installed. Two rear wheel weights can also be
added. Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6% (10°).
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