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.
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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 PTO-X The engine pulley assembly must be installed using an Preparation Of Mower arbor press or equivalent. During installation, opposite bearing inner race must be supported or bearing NOTE: The mower deck PTO belt must be removed damage may occur.
Rear Frame Bracket Installation Before installing the Rear Frame Bracket (Item #1), first remove the (2) existing fasteners from the mower’s rear bumper, see Figure A. Once removed, align the Rear Frame Bracket (Item #1) to the mower’s rear bumper bolt holes. Secure the Rear Frame Bracket by using (4) 5/16”-18 x 1”...
Lower Frame Bracket Installation First, remove and set aside the (2) set of fasteners on the bottom right side of the mower. Refer to Figure A. Next, align the left most bolt holes of the Lower Rt. Frame Bracket (Item #1) to the lower right bolt holes of the Rear Frame Bracket.
Upper Frame Bracket Installation First, align the left most bolt holes of the Upper Right Frame Bracket (Item #1) to the upper right bolt holes of the Rear Frame Bracket. Then, secure the Upper Rt Frame Bracket to the Rear Frame Bracket relatively loose by using (2) 3/8”-16 x 1”...
Frame Gusset Installation Position the Frame Gusset (Item #1) behind the Rear Frame Bracket & Lower Right Frame Bracket aligning the bolt holes of the Frame Gusset to the top bolt holes of those on the Rear Frame Bracket & Lower Right Frame Bracket. Refer to Figure A.
PTO Mount Arm Installation PTO-X PTO-X Unit Instructions Position the Mount Arm / Top Bracket (Item #1) to the top center set of bolt holes. Secure the Mount Arm / Top Brkt, relatively loose, by using (2) 3/8”-16 x 1” Carriage Bolts (Item #3), (1) 3/8”-16 x 1-1/4” Carriage Bolts (Item #4) and (3) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts (Item #5).
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PTO Mount Arm Installation (Continued) PTO-X Position the Mount Arm / Gusset (Item #1) to the right of the Mount Arm / Top Bracket (Item #2) and Mount Arm / Bottom Bracket (Item #3). See Figure C. Secure the Mount Arm / Gusset, by using (4) 3/8”-16 x 1” Carriage Bolts (Item #4) and (4) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts (Item #5).
PTO Drive Assembly PTO-X PTO-X Unit Instructions Once the Mount Arm Assembly is installed and secured to the mower, assemble the Drive Assembly P#(A2061_02), Belt Guard Assembly P#(A2069_02) & Idler Mount Assembly P#(A2067_02). First, attach the Belt Guard Assembly P#(A2069_02) to the Drive Assembly P#(A2061_02) using (2) 1/4”-20 x 5/8” Carriage Bolts P#(K1010) and (2) 1/4”-20 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts P#(K2014).
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PTO Drive Assembly (Continued) PTO-X Attach the Idler Mount Assembly P#(A2067_02) to the Drive Assembly using (1) 3/8”-16 x 1” HHCS (A) (Item #1), (1) 3/8”-16 x 1” Carriage Bolt (B) (Item #2) and (2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts (Item #3). Refer to Figure B. Leave Bolts Loose (Note: Orientation of bolts A &...
Drive Assembly and Belt Installation PTO-X PTO-X Unit Instructions (Note: It is recommended that someone assist during this step.) Insert the Drive Assembly into the receiver tube on the Mount Arm Assembly until the Knob Plunger Pin engages. Once in place, turn Lock Handle clockwise until tight. Next, feed the AK77 Belt P#(M0318) between the Belt Guard and the Idler Mount Assembly.
Engine Mount Arm Assembly & Installation Engine Drive Engine Driven Unit Instructions Position the Outer Engine Mount Tube (Item #1) above the tab of the Rear Frame Bracket aligning the Outer Tube between the two sets of mount holes as shown in Figure A. Secure the Outer Engine Mount Tube, relatively loose, by using (2) 3/8”-16 x 2-1/8”...
Engine Drive Assembly Installation Engine Drive Figure A Engine Driven Unit Instructions First, place (2) Rubber Shock Absorbers (Item #3) on top of the Engine Mount Arm Assembly (Item #2) aligning the bolt holes of the Rubber Shock Absorbers to those on the Engine Mount Arm Assy.
Exhaust Diverter Installation This Exhaust Diverter P#(J0150) is used to divert the mower’s exhaust directly away from your Drive unit to prevent any damage that may occur. Position and install the Exhaust Diverter P#(J0150) onto the end of the exhaust of your mower, make sure the Exhaust Diverter is angled 20°...
Deck Baffle Installation Your unit will need to install a Deck Baffle (Item #1) to prevent any build up of grass clippings or to prevent any discharge / blowout from the front of your Aluminum Boot. With your mower deck lifted, position the Deck Baffle (Item #1) under the Deck with the side face of the baffle relatively flushed to the side of the deck.
Boot Kit Installation First, remove the mower’s deck discharge chute deflector fasteners and set the discharge chute deflector aside. Then, secure the Boot Plate (Item #2) to the Aluminum Boot (Item #1) using (2) 3/8”-16 x 1” Carriage Bolts (Item #4.1) and (2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts (Item #4.2), see Figure B.
Lower Mount Tube Installation Secure the (2) Lower Mount Tubes (Item #1) to the Rear Mount Bracket using (2) 5/16”-18 U-Bolts (Item #2) and (4) 5/16”-18 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts (Item #5) PER TUBE. Refer to Figure A for units with a PTO-X Drive. Refer to Figure B for units with an Engine Drive. Note: Some parts and part features have been hidden from view 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.
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 P#(J0080) over both ends of the them on your machine.
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Wire Harness Installation WARNING PTO-X To Prevent Serious Injury- First, install the PTO Rocker Switch (Item #2) by Proper Installation Of Safety Interlock Harness positioning it over the Switch Mount Plate (Item #1) and Is Mandatory. Please Check That All Interlock firmly pressing the Rocker Switch down until it is seated in Points Work Correctly Once Installed.
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Wire Harness Installation (Continued) PTO-X Next, route the Negative Lead (-) and the Positive Lead (+) of the Wire Harness P#(P0298) (Refer to Figure C) to the negative & positive terminal of the mower’s battery. Then, disconnect the mower’s clutch connector and interconnect with the Wire Harness’...
Throttle Kit Installation Engine Drive Engine Driven Unit Instructions The Throttle Kit is installed on the right side ROPS above of the Right Frame Bracket / Upper, see Figure B. Place the 3/8”-16 U-Bolt (Item #3) onto the right side ROPS with the threads facing out away from the side of the mower.
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Throttle Kit Installation (Continued) Engine Drive With your Throttle Kit installed, you’ll need to route the cable of the Throttle Kit back towards the rear of the Mower. Refer to Figure C below. Figure C Route Cable Behind Mower Next, bring the Cable out from under the Rear Frame Bracket & Engine Mount Arm up to the Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly.
Impeller Blade Removal/Replacement To Remove: First, remove the 5/16”-24 x 1-1/2” HHCS P#(K1465) (#1), Double Indented Washer P#(K0284) (#2), (2) 5/16” Flat Wahers P#(K0042) (#4) and Spacer Bushing P#(S0159) (#5) from the Taper-Lock Bushing P#(S0157) (#6). Next, remove the (2) 1/4”-20 x 1” HHCS (#3) and place them into the threaded holes of the Taper-Lock Bushing (#6). Gradually thread each bolt evenly into the Taper-Lock Bushing forcing the blade to break-away from the Taper-Lock Bushing.
Dual Weight Kit Installation Installation on Right Caster Position the Dual Weight Bracket (Item #1) under the caster as seen in Figure A. Align the (3) holes of the Dual Weight Bracket (Item #1) to the holes in the caster. asten the Weight Bracket to the caster using (2) 3/8"-16 x 1"...
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Quad Weight Kit Installation Installation on Left Caster Position the Quad Weight Bracket (Item #1) under the caster as seen in Figure A. Align the (3) holes of the Dual Weight Bracket (Item #1) to the holes in the caster. asten the Weight Bracket to the caster using (2) 3/8"-16 x 1"...
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 * Mow at higher cutting heights- Remove and mulch no General Safety more than 2” of grass length with each mowing. (Experts recommend not cutting off more than 1/3 of Only qualified people familiar with this operator’s manual the grass blade length at any given time.) and the mower’s operator’s manual should operate this 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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