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Greasing the Fan Shaft
Bearings
Grease the upper and lower bagger fan shaft bearings
(Fig. 33 & 34) every 100 hours.
Figure 33
1. Remove rubber plug to expose grease fitting.
Figure 34
1. Plug
Inspecting the Bagger
Inspect the bagger attachment after the first ten hours of
operation, and 100 hours thereafter.
1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, and chock or
block the drive wheels.
2. Turn off the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3. Check the upper tube, lower tube, and the boot
assembly. Replace these parts if they are cracked or
broken.
4. Check the bagger, bagger frame, and screen. Replace
any parts that are cracked or broken.
5. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws.
Inspecting the Mower Blades
and Baffles
1. Inspect the mower blades and baffles regularly and
whenever a blade strikes a foreign object.
2. If blades or baffles are badly worn or damaged, install
new blades or baffles. Refer to your mower operator's
manual for complete blade maintenance.
Storage
1. Clean the bagger attachment. Refer to Cleaning the
Bagger Attachment on page 25.
2. Inspect the bagger attachment for damage. Refer to
Inspecting the Bagger Attachment on page 25.
3. Make sure the bagger is empty and thoroughly dry.
4. Check the belt for wear or cracks.
5. Store the machine in a clean, dry place, out of direct
sunlight. If you must store the machine outside, cover it
with a weatherproof cover. This protects the plastic
parts and extends the life of the machine.
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