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.
PECO elects, without charge if the defect appears within 90 days from the date of installation of such part or before the expiration of the original warranty period, whichever is later.
Section I - INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION 1-1 Introduction 1-2 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.
2-1 Outer Engine Mount Tube Installation Attach (2) Outer Engine Mount Brackets P#(B0569) to the rear frame of the mower in the position and orientation shown in Figure 2-1a and 2-1b, using (2) 3/8”-16 x 2-1/4" x 1-3/4" U-Bolts P#(K1436) and (4) 3/8”- 16 Ny-Flange Locknuts P#(K2038) PER BRACKET.
2-3 Engine/Blower/Blade/Assembly 2-2 Engine Mount Arm Assembly Installation Installation Position the Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly P#(A639) Insert the Engine Mount Arm Assembly P#(A1916) into on top of the Engine Mount Arm Assembly as shown in the Outer Engine Mount Tube and secure using (1) Figure 2-2, and secure using (4) 5/16”-18 x 1-1/2”...
2-4 Blower Cone Installation Thread (1) 5/16”-18 Jam Nut P#(K0120) onto the end of each (2) 5/16”-18 x 2-1/2” HHCS P#(K0125). Now partially thread the bolts into each of the two tabs located on the Blower Housing. Place Blower Cone P#(E6009) so the two tabs line up with the bolts then tighten completely.
Use Middle Set Of Mounting Holes Figure 2-5c (4) 1/2”-13 x 1-1/4” HHCS (4) 1/2”-13 Locknuts Use Front Set of Holes Main Frame Assembly 2-6 Box Handle Assembly Installation NOTE: Before continuing the lift handle installation, have someone assist you in turning the grass container upside down.
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Slide the lift handle through the slot on the Handle Mount Bracket. Insert the Lift Handle into the box frame as shown in Figure 2-6b, and secure using (1) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut P#(K1215) on the inside of the container as shown in Figure 2-6c.
Attach the other end of the latch rod to the lift handle, as shown in Figure 2-6e. Attach on end of the spring P#(J0176) to the lift handle and the other end of the spring to the handle mount bracket as shown in Figure 2-6f.
To service your air filter, place your PECO Pro 12 Aluminum Grass Container in the dump position. Using a 12 mm wrench, remove the fastener securing the strap that holds the air filter housing in place. Lift the strap and unhook from the other side.
2-10 Length Of Hose Adjustment 2-12 Lower Hose To Blower Cone Installation The hoses in steps 2-11 and 2-12 must be cut to fit your machine. Follow steps 2-11 and 2-12. do not cut the Slide a Spirofil Hose Clamp P#(J0080) over both ends of hoses until you have tried to fit them on your machine.
2-14 Impeller Blade Tips on removing impeller blade; Removal/Replacement 1 - Try carefully hitting the base of the impeller blade (#1), between each vein (#12), with a rubber mallet to loosen the taper-lock bushing hold. To gain impeller blade (#1) access, first remove the 2 - Spray break-free lubricant into the surrounding areas blower cone (#2) from the blower housing by removing of the taper-lock bushing (#9) and repeat Tip 1.
2-15 Weight Kit Installation Using two people, lift the weight bars P#(B2220) into NOTE: It is recommended that someone assist you in position. Secure the weight bars to the left and right the weight kit installation procedure. weight brackets using (2) 1/2”-13 x 4-1/4” u-bolts P#(K0331) and (4) 1/2”-13 Ny-Flange locknuts Attach the Left Weight Bracket P#(B0962) and Right P#(K2012).
2-16 Throttle Installation To fasten the throttle cable end to the engine, place To install the throttle kit assembly to the ROPS (roll over the throttle control lever into the “slow” position. protection system), place the 3/8” U-Bolt P#(K0136) onto Rotate the engine throttle lever to the “slow”...
3-3 Disengagement Of The Blower SECTION III OPERATING A. Turn the engine/blower/blade assembly off. INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: The blower will continue to spin. DO NOT TOUCH the blower until the blades have come to a 3-1 General Safety complete stop. Only qualified people familiar with this operator’s manual 3-4 Unloading The Collection System and the mower’s operator’s manual should operate this machine.
5-1 Parts And Service Information 5. Check for wear or deterioration of the upper or lower PECO collection system owners should record the name hoses. If there are any portions of the hose that have and telephone number of their Service Center. Your...
SAFETY DECALS To promote safe operation, Peco 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. # R2008 # R2007 Part #: R1057...
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