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34 Inch Bagger
Quest
®
Model No. 126-7508—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
This product contains a chemical or chemicals known to the State of California
Important:
This kit requires the simultaneous installation of other kits to function properly. Lever steer
units require a front weight kit and a mounting kit. Steering wheel units require a mounting kit. Contact
your Authorized Service Dealer to obtain the corresponding necessary parts.

Introduction

Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid
injury and product damage. You are responsible for
operating the product properly and safely.
Whenever you need service, genuine parts, or
additional information, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer or Customer Service and have the model
and serial numbers of your product
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
1. Model and serial number location
© 2017—Exmark Mfg. Co., Inc.
Industrial Park Box 808
Beatrice, NE 68310
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This manual identifies potential hazards and has
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2), which signals a hazard that may cause
serious injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
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Operator's Manual
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  • Page 1: Introduction

    Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention. g207309 Figure 1 1. Model and serial number location © 2017—Exmark Mfg. Co., Inc. www.Exmark.com Original Instructions (EN) All Rights Reserved *4503-378* A Industrial Park Box 808 Printed in the USA.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ............... 1 Safety ............... 3 Towing Safety ............. 3 Safety and Instructional Decals ......4 Setup ................ 5 1 Preparing the Machine........6 2 Installing the Weight......... 6 3 Installing the Attachment Mount ....... 8 4 Assembling the Bagger Top ......11 5 Installing the Bagger Top........
  • Page 3: Safety

    Safety • Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed, directions or turning. DANGER • The grass catcher can obstruct the view to the rear. Use extra care when operating in reverse. The engine can become hot when it is operating.
  • Page 4: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or missing. decal131-4036 131-4036 1. The maximum drawbar 2. Read the Operator's decal110-6691 pull is 36 kg (80 lb).
  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. – No parts required Prepare the machine. Bolt (3/8 x 1-1/4 inches) Locknut (3/8 inch) Weight mounting bracket, left Weight mounting bracket, right Washers Install the weight.
  • Page 6: Preparing The Machine

    Note: Determine the left and right sides of the CAUTION machine from the normal operating position. The bagger changes the weight distribution of the machine. Operating the machine without the front weights may cause an unstable condition which could result in a loss of control.
  • Page 7 3. Locate the left and right weight-mounting brackets in loose parts. 4. Install the left bracket to the under side of the frame using 2 bolts (3/8 x 1-1/4 inches), 2 washers and 2 locknuts (3/8 inch) (Figure Note: One locknut is from loose parts and the other is used from earlier removal.
  • Page 8 Note: Make sure the bracket is centered on the frame. 7. Secure the weight bracket with 2 bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and 2 locknuts (3/8 inch) (Figure G014879 g014879 Figure 8 1. Locknut (3/8 inch) 4. Bolt (3/8 x 1 inch) 2.
  • Page 9: Installing The Attachment Mount

    using two bolts (5/16 x 1 inch) and two locknuts (5/16 inch). Installing the Attachment Mount Parts needed for this procedure: Stabilizer bracket (For 2015 and newer models) Carriage bolt (5/16 x 3/4 inch) Locknut (5/16 inch) Self-tapping screw (5/16 x 3/4 inch) Bolt (5/16 x 1 inch) Pivot frame Hairpin cotter...
  • Page 10 For 2011 through 2014 Models Only Note: The stabilizer bracket is not used on 2011 through 2014 models. Note: For 2011 through 2014 models, the rear-engine guard is optional for this bagger. 1. Install the pivot frame to the machine frame. Secure the pivot frame to the machine frame using two bolts (5/16 x 1 inch) and two locknuts (5/16 inch).
  • Page 11: Assembling The Bagger Top

    g030499 g030499 Figure 18 Left side shown 1. Pivot-frame hole 4. Support rod g030497 2. Washer 5. Keyed slot (existing) g030497 3. Hairpin cotter 6. Bent, flared end of support Figure 16 1. Self-tapping screw (5/16 x 3/4 inch) 5. Insert the bent ends of the rod into the 2.
  • Page 12: Installing The Bagger Top

    Installing the Bagger Top Parts needed for this procedure: Hood rod Hairpin cotter pin Grass Bag Upper bagger tube Procedure 1. Install the hood rod to the bagger frame with a hairpin cotter pin. Install the hairpin cotter pin from the bottom. g032708 Figure 20 G005666...
  • Page 13 g028327 g032709 g028327 Figure 21 Figure 22 1. Bagger top 4. Bracket, bagger top 1. Bag 3. Retaining bracket 2. Bagger frame 5. Key 2. Bagger frame 4. Bag frame hook 3. Key hole 6. Post 4. Lower the bagger top onto the bag. 3.
  • Page 14: Installing The Chute

    g018363 g018363 Figure 24 1. Rubber hood latch 3. Latched position 2. Hood rod end 7. Push the hood latch over the end of the hood rod as shown in Figure Installing the Chute g017826 Parts needed for this procedure: g017826 Figure 25 Chute...
  • Page 15 g017823 g017823 Figure 26 1. Existing flange nut (5/16 4. Existing carriage bolt (5/16 inch) x 1 inch) 2. New flange nut (5/16 inch) 5. Existing baffle 3. New carriage bolt (5/16 x 1-3/8 inches) g017824 g017824 Figure 27 5. Install a carriage bolt and flange nut into the 1.
  • Page 16: Attaching The Discharge Tube

    Attaching the Discharge Tube No Parts Required Procedure 1. Slide the curved end of the discharge tube into the opening in the bagger top (Figure 29). G010641 g017825 g017825 Figure 28 1. Chute 3. Retaining clasp (welded to mower deck) 2.
  • Page 17: Operation

    Operation strap on the chute snaps over the peg on the discharge tube to secure it (Figure 29). 3. After the bagger installation, install the wire onto Note: Determine the left and right sides of the the spark plug(s). machine from the normal operating position. Note: Overall width of unit with bagger: 48.9 inches (124 cm).
  • Page 18: Clearing Obstructions From The Bagger

    1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch. 2. Stop the engine, remove the key, set the parking brake and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Open (raise) the bagger top (Figure 30).
  • Page 19: Removing The Bagger

    Removing the Bagger CAUTION Failing to remove the front bagger weights from lever steer models and operating the machine without the bagger attachment may cause an unstable condition which could result in a loss of control. • Always remove the front weights (where required) when removing the bagger attachment.
  • Page 20 WARNING Loading a machine onto a trailer or truck increases the possibility of tip-over and could cause serious injury or death. • Use extreme caution when operating a machine on a ramp. • Use only a full-width ramp; do not use g027708 individual ramps for each side of the Figure 33...
  • Page 21: Operating Tips

    Cutting Height Do not set the mower cutting height too low because long grass surrounding the mower can prevent air from getting under the mower and entering the bagging system. If enough air doesn't get under the mower, the bagging system will plug. Cutting Frequency Cut the grass often, especially when it grows rapidly.
  • Page 22 at a high height of cut, then lower the mower to your normal cutting height and repeat the bagging process. Bagging Wet Grass Always try to cut grass when it is dry because your lawn will have a neat appearance. If you must cut wet grass, use the conventional side discharge feature of the mower.
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Inspect the bagger After the first 10 hours • Clean the bagger Before each use or daily •...
  • Page 24: Inspecting The Mower Blades

    Inspecting the Mower Storage Blades Storing the Bagger Inspect the mower blades regularly and whenever a Attachment blade strikes a foreign object. If the blades are badly worn or damaged, install new 1. Clean the bagger attachment; refer to Cleaning blades.
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