1. Correct part description. machine to vary slightly in detail. Excel reserves the right to 2. Correct part number. redesign and change the machine as deemed necessary, without 3. Correct model number.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Always be aware of any obstructions, especially small children, when backing or unloading the bags. Always keep safety shields and covers in place, except for servicing. Never work on mower deck when the engine is running. ...
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decals should not be removed or obliterated. Replace these Refer to the mower’s operator’s manual for illustrations decals if they become unreadable. showing the various safety decals that are located on the mower. • It is the owner’s responsibility to make certain that the A brief explanation, for those requiring one, is shown to help the operators and mechanics read and understand this manual operator understand the meanings of these decals.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION Parts List These instructions apply to the assembly of the Excel Two Bag Catcher to an Excel 42” or 52" mower. It is intended that these units be installed by trained Excel PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. service personnel. If additional assistance is required, contact 2 BAG LID the Excel Customer Service Department.
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WARNING WARNING Never work under the machine or attachment unless it is Failure to correctly torque the bolt may result in the loss safely supported with jack stands. Make certain machine of the blade which can cause serious injury. is secure when it is raised and placed on the jack stands. The jack stands should not allow the machine to move when the engine is running and the drive wheels are rotat- ing.
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Weight hold down Weights Cap screw Nut .375-16 HXFLK .375-16 x .75 LH Leg mount Flat washer .343” Nut .312-18 NL Weight support Knob Carriage bolt .312-18 x 1.00 RH Leg mount Figure 3-2 Weight hold down LH Leg mount Weight Knob Weight support...
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Hair pin Catcher frame View A Mower frame Keyhole Tie rod Fender support bracket Nut .375-16 Support HXFLK Nut .375-16 NYLK gusset LH Support gusset LH Refer to View A Cap Screw .375-16 x .75 Nut .375-16 HXFLK Support gusset RH Cap Screw .375-16 x .75 Figure 3-4 NOTE: It will be necessary to unscrew the fuel cap from...
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Remove these bolts Fill neck Fender Fuel cap Tether Remove this bolt Fender Figure 3-6 Plastic cap 14. Attach the support gussets to the mower frame. The slots in the support gussets must align with the keyhole slots in the fender support bracket. Assemble the hardware as shown with the cap screw inserted from the bottom.
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Insert the tie rod through the keyhole as shown. Keyhole Mower Push the catcher frame frame down here Tie rod Tighten frame bolts Then, angle the tie rod to secure the nut against the support gussets. Tie rod Support gusset Figure 3-10 It will be necessary to force the discharge chute to the 90 position.
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Support gusset Support gusset Tie rod & nut Tie rod & nut Vent line Vent line Left side vent line - original routing Right side vent line - original routing Left side vent line - new routing Tie rod & nut Zip tie Vent line Vent line...
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Discharge chute Discharge chute Discharge chute Outlet bracket slot tube Tab 42” Outlet tube tab only Elastic Latch Outlet tube tab not installed correctly 52” deck only Figure 3-17 Elastic Outlet tube tab installed correctly Latch Discharge chute Front anti-scalp wheel backet Ridge on outlet tube Figure 3-14...
OPERATION Vacuum Pickup and Collection • If debris begins to blow out in front of the outlet tube or a trail of debris is visible along the right edge of the cutting Follow normal mower start-up and operating procedures as path, either the catcher is full or the outlet tube is outlined in the mower operator’s manual.
Catcher lid Catcher Bag frame handle Transfer tube Outlet tube Bag frame Figure 4-1 Catcher bags Unloading the Catcher Bags Figure 4-2 WARNING Park the unit on a level surface, disengage the deck clutch switch, place the steering control levers in the park brake position and shut the engine off.
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IMPORTANT: Only use a torque wrench when tightening IMPORTANT: Make certain the discharge chute is lowered and torquing the blade bolts. to the mowing position before mowing. WARNING WARNING Failure to correctly torque the bolt may result in the loss Always operate with complete catcher system, mulching of the blade which can cause serious injury.
• If a bag is found to be defective in any way, replace it with a new bag that is supplied by Excel Indus- tries, Inc. Figure 5-1 The outlet tube and transfer tube should be kept clean and free of any accumulation of matted clippings or other obstructions.
Limitations Of Warranties which it was designed. Damages caused by disasters such as fire, flood, In no case shall Excel Industries, Inc., be liable for any wind, and lightning. special, incidental, or consequential damages based upon...
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This machine like any other powered equipment is agreement. No employee of Excel Industries, Inc., or any other potentially dangerous unless properly operated. Any party is authorized to make any warranty in addition to those operator must be cautious and keep safety in mind at all times.
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Catcher Frame INDEX NO. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 604887 CE .375 X 3.00 WITH BALE 023036 HP .148 X 2.69 ZN 117394 CATCHER FRAME 604301 TIE ROD 029629 CS .375-16 X .75 HX FLK 016899 NT .375-16 HX FLK ZNYC 117303 LS SUPPORT GUSSET 086660...
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Catcher Lid—552396 INDEX NO. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 603398 RIVET 117501 CATCHER INLET 604394 INLET SEAL 603400 FW .188 X .50 X .060 552396 CATCHER LID (COMPLETE ASSEMBLY) 117678 VENT MOUNT BRACKET 117584 BAG DIVIDER 604805 BLIND RIVET 064329 CS .250-20 X .625 HX G5 768515 FW .281 X .625 X .051/.080 HD ZN/YL 118562...
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Catcher Bag Assembly—552460 INDEX NO. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 117393 BAG SUPPORT 117390 BAG CATCH 602827 CB .312-18 X 1.25 ZNYC 117401 CLAMP BRACKET 768523 FW .343 X .687 X .051/.080H 058776 NT .312-18 HX ZY NL 552460 CATCHER BAG ASSEMBLY (BAG INCL. ITEMS 1–6) NOTES: 119649 REV A...
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INDEX PAGE PAGE Assembly ..............3-1 Safety and Instruction Decals ....... 2-1 Converting To Side Discharge Mode .....4-2 Storage ..............5-1 Maintenance ............5-1 To the New Owner ..........1-1 Parts and Service ............1-1 Transporting Mower With Catcher Attached ..4-2 Parts List ..............3-1 Unloading the Catcher Bags .........
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