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curb is higher than 6 inches (152 mm), cross it at a sharp
angle with the deck fully raised. Use extreme caution
when loading onto a trailer.
Maintenance
Important
If the machine is on a slope, chock or block the wheels to prevent the machine from slowly rolling.
Note: Determine the left and right side of the machine from the normal operating position.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Service
Interval
Each Use
8 Hours
First 10 Hours
40 Hours
100 Hours
Storage Service
Cleaning the Screens
The screens need to be cleaned before each use. In wet
grass they will need to be cleaned more often.
1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking
brake, turn the ignition key to off and remove the key.
2. Open the bagger and hold the bagger door open. Refer
to Holding the Bagger Door Open on page 16.
3. Clean the debris from the screens.
4. Close the bagger door.
Cleaning the Bagger
The bagger needs to be cleaned after every 8 hours.
1. Wash the inside and outside of the bagger, upper tube,
lower tube, boot assembly and the underside of the
mower. Use a mild automotive detergent to remove dirt.
2. Make sure you remove matted grass from all parts.
3. After washing all parts, let them dry thoroughly.
Maintenance Procedure
Screens—clean
Bagger—clean
Bagger—inspect
Bagger—check belt tension
Bagger idler arm—grease
Bagger—inspect
Belts—check for wear/cracks
Bagger—check
Bagger—clean
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Checking the Bagger Belt
The bagger belt tension needs to be checked after the first
10 hours.
1. Check the belt tension. Refer to Adjusting the Bagger
Belt on page 12.
Greasing the Idler Arm
Grease the bagger belt idler arm every 40 hours.
Inspecting the Bagger
Inspect the bagger attachment after the first ten hours of
operation, and 100 hours thereafter.
1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking
brake, turn the ignition key to off and remove the key.
2. Check the upper tube, lower tube, and the boot
assembly. Replace these parts if they are cracked or
broken.
3. Check the bagger, bagger frame, and screens. Replace
any parts that are cracked or broken.
4. Tighten all nuts bolts and screws.
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