SAFETY WARNING! NEVER operate the mower unless the discharge guard and either the deflector assembly or the vacuum collector adapter are fastened securely in place. WARNING! Do not work around the mower deck boot or the blower area until you are certain that the mower blades and the blower impeller have stopped rotating.
6. REMEDIED EXCLUSIVE: The only remedies the purchaser has in connection with the breach or performance of any warranty on New PECO, Inc. consumer products are set forth above. In no event will New PECO, Inc. be liable for special incidental or consequential damages.
Section I - INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION Introduction Description We are pleased to have you as a PECO customer. Your The grass collection system is designed for turf collection system has been designed to give you a low maintenance where there is a need to collect the grass maintenance, simple, and effective way to collect the clippings as the mower cuts the turf.
Section II - INSTALLATION FOR USE Mower Preparations Note: Read and review each step of this manual thoroughly. Review the instructions on Pg.15 carefully and be sure to understand the steps to properly adjust and run the PTO Slip Clutch to help prevent any damage. Before the installation of your unit, if applicable, prepare your tractor by removing the PTO Shroud from the rear of the tractor.
Mower Preparations (Continued) Lastly, install (2) Mounting Brackets to the top link arm and lower lift arms. Refer to Figure A for the positioning of the Mounting Brackets. Secure the Mounting Brackets to the top link arm by using (1) 3/4”-10 x 6” HHCS (Item #2) and (1) 3/4”...
Link Plates Assembly & Installation To accommodate the Grass Collection System, adjust the lower lift arms of the three-point hitch. Viewing from the rear, measure either from the left to left of the Base Frame Brackets or the right to right of the Base Frame Brackets to find the center of distance.
Base Frame 3-Pt Hitch Installation Raise the Main Frame Assembly until the Mounting Bracket of the Main Frame Assembly aligns with the top link arm. Secure the top link hitch socket using (1) 3/4” x 3” Clevis Pin (Item #1) and (1) 7/16” x 1-3/4” Lynch Pin (Item #2). Refer to Figure A.
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Base Frame 3-Pt Hitch Installation (Continued) Once the Top Link Arm and Lower Lift Arms have been secured, check the positioning of the unit and make adjustments as needed to ensure the unit is correctly positioned. Refer to Figure C for correct unit position. NOTE: Some part features have been hidden from view for visual clarity.
PTO Drive Assembly & Installation Position the PTO Drive Assy (Item #2) under the Base Frame Assy (Item #1) and align the mounting holes of the Drive Mount Brackets to those of the front set, outermost Base Frame Bracket. Refer to Figure A & Figure B. NOTE: Some part features have been hidden from view for visual clarity.
PTO Drive Stand & Stand Foot Assembly Install the Stand Foot Sub Assembly (Item #2) to the PTO Drive Stand Assembly (Item #1) by securing the Stand Foot (Item #2.1) to the Stand Pivot Assembly by using (2) 5/16” U-Bolt (Item #2.2) and (4) 5/16” Ny-flange Lock Nuts (Item #2.3).
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Jack Stand Assembly & Installation Your Collection Unit will include an A-Frame Jack (Item #1) with a Jack Foot (Item #2) and a separate Jack Stand Bracket (Item #3). Assemble the A-Frame Jack to the Jack Stand Bracket by using (2) 3/8”-16 x 1” GR5 HHCS (Item #4.1), (2) 3/8”...
Jack Stand Assembly & Installation (Cont.) While not in use or being stored, turn the Jack Stand Assy horizontal and secure the Jack Stand Assy to the PTO Drive Assy using (1) Detent Pin (Item #4.4, Fig. A, Pg. 13) and (1) Hair Pin Clip (Item #4.5, Fig.
PTO Driveshaft Assembly Installation It is recommended to lubricate the sliding members of the PTO Driveshaft and universal joints before assembly and installation. The universal joints can be found in between the Quick Connect Yoke as well as the Driveshaft Yoke. Refer to the Lubrication Instructions on page 43.
PTO Driveshaft Assembly Installation (continued) Install the PTO Slip Clutch P#(M0006) onto the tractor’s PTO and tighten the shaft clamping bolts to 75 ft/lbs to secure the PTO Slip Clutch. Next, Connect the Driveshaft from the PTO Drive Assy to the PTO Slip Clutch using the Quick Connect Yoke to secure the Driveshaft to the Slip Clutch.
Mount Tube Installation Position (1) Tube Mount Bracket (Item# 3) to the top frame of the Base Frame Assy (Item# 1) either to the far right or left of the Base Frame Assy. Refer to Figure A. Secure the Tube Mount Bracket relatively loose by using (2) 5/16”-18 U-Bolts (Item# 4) and (2) 5/16”-18 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts (Item# 5) on to the (2) lower set of bolt holes, refer to Figure B for visual clarity.
Upper Frame Assembly Installation Position the Upper Frame Assembly (Item #1) above the Lower Mount Tubes as shown in Figure A. Slide the Upper Frame Assembly down onto the Lower Mount Tubes and secure using (2) Clevis Pins (Item #2) and (2) Rue Ring Cotter Pin Clips (Item #3).
Top Assembly To Upper Frame Assembly Installation Align the Top Assembly Pivot Holes to the Upper Frame Assembly. See Figure A below. Before fastening, pull Rubber Dust Guard outward to seal against Upper Frame Assembly (towards the mower’s operator seat). Fasten the Top Assembly to the Upper Frame Assembly using (2) 5/16”-18 x 2-1/2”...
Hinge Kit Assembly Installation Assemble the Hinge Kit using (1) Latch Plate P#(B0884), (1) 5/16”-18 x 1-1/4” HHCS P#(K1156), (1) 5/16”-18 Ny- Flange Lock Nut P#(K2516), (3) 5/16” Flat Washers P#(K0042), (1) Latch Spacer P#(S0006), (2) Extra Heavy 5/16” Fender Washers P#(K0505) and (1) 5/16”-18 Lock Nut P#(K0506). Leave the nuts loose enough to allow fluid movement of the top when opening and closing.
Bag Assembly First, take one of the Bag Ring Split Ends and insert it through the Bag Seam Opening. Next, rotate the Bag around the Bag Ring (1) full turn (360 degrees) until the Bag Ring Split Ends and the Bag Seam Opening are positioned on the same side.
Slow Moving Vehicle Label Installation The Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) Label will need to be visible from the back of your tractor if you’re required to have one. If the Collection Unit is obstructing the SMV Label from view, the SMV Label will need to be repositioned. To reposition the SMV Label that came with your tractor, first, install the SMV Sign Mount (Item #1) to the base of the Main Frame Assy of your grass collection unit.
Length Of Hose Adjustment Lower Hose To Blower Cone Installation The hoses in the following steps must be cut to fit your machine. Do not cut the hoses until you have tried to fit Slide a Hose Clamp over both ends of the your Lower them on your machine.
Impeller Blade Removal/Replacement To Remove: First remove the 7/16”-20 x 1” HHCS P#(K1394) (#1), 7/16” Double Indented Washer P#(K0278) (#2) and (2) 3/8” x 15/16” Bushing P#(S0159) (#4) from the Taper-Lock Bushing P#(S4302) (#5). Next remove the (2) 1/4”- 20 x 1” HHCS (#3) and place them into the threaded holes of the Taper-Lock Bushing (#5). Gradually thread each bolt evenly into the Taper-Lock Bushing, forcing the blade to break-away from the Taper-Lock Bushing.
PTO Drive System Diagram Never engage the PTO unit at full speed. The PTO unit should only be engaged at idle speeds, then gradually increased to the desired speed. Refer to Figure A for the PTO Drive System Diagram and Figure B for the directional rotation of each gearbox shaft.
SAFETY DECALS To promote safe operation, New PECO, Inc. supplies safety decals on all products manufactured. Damage can occur to safety decals either through shipment, use or reconditioning. Contact your local Service Center for replacement decals. P P P PECO...
SECTION III OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS General Safety Disengagement Of The PTO Assembly Only qualified people familiar with this operator’s manual A. To disengage the PTO assembly, move the tractor’s and the mower’s operator’s manual should operate this PTO switch to the off position. machine.
If for any reason your Service Center is unable to service your collection system or supply replacement parts, contact New PECO, Inc. and include the following information on the chart below. DOCUMENT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE...
Troubleshooting 2017 (v1.0) Collection System Performance Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action — Cutting blades are bent or — Install new cutting blade unbalanced — Loose blower pulley or pulley Abnormal Vibration — Tighten the pulley assembly — Contact dealer to replace —...
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