Gravely ZT Xl Bagger Owners Operating Manual And Parts List page 19

EMPTYING MESH BAGS
If bagger stops picking up grass clippings, the mesh bags
may be full.
WARNING: NEVER open cover assembly while
the engine is running and the PTO is engaged.
ALWAYS shut off engine prior to emptying mesh
bags.
To empty mesh bags:
1. Disengage PTO, stop engine, and remove ignition
key. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
operator's position.
2. Open cover and remove the prop-rod from the
clamp towards the back of the hood. Insert the end
of the prop-rod through the first hole in the brace of
the frame (figure 19).
3. Remove each mesh bag from cover assembly.
Prop-Rod
4. Empty the grass from each mesh bag basket.
CAUTION: MAKE SURE the heat resistant
(smooth side) side of the mesh bags are facing
the unit.
5. Install mesh bag on cover assembly with the heat
resistant (smooth side) side of the bags facing the
unit (figure 20).
6. Close cover.
Clamp
Figure 19
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MAKE SURE the heat
resistant side (smooth side)
faces the unit.
UNCLOGGING BAGGER
WARNING: MOVING PARTS can cut or
amputate body parts.
NEVER attempt to clear blower assembly while
engine is running.
ALWAYS stop engine, remove key, and wait for
moving parts to stop.
Sharp edges can cut. Movement of parts can
cut off fingers or a hand. Wrap blade(s), wear
sturdy gloves and use extreme caution when
working near blades or impeller.
WARNING: PINCH POINT! Use extreme
caution when unclogging blower assembly.
Impeller can cut or pinch your hand, even when
not in operation. Wear sturdy gloves when
working near impeller.
If hose or blower assembly gets clogged, stop forward
motion and allow unit to clear itself. If unit will not clear
itself, unclog the hose and/or blower assembly manually
as instructed below.
1. Stop engine and remove ignition key. Wait for all
moving parts to stop.
2. Flip up thumb latch and remove hose.
WARNING: Blades rotate when impeller rotates.
Impeller rotates when blades rotate. Block
blades to prevent rotation before proceeding.
3. Remove grass from hose and blower assembly.
4. Install hose and ensure the hose is securely held in
place by the thumb latch.
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Figure 20
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