For 60-and 72-inch mowers only, grease the handle pivot
(Figure
46).
Inspecting the Collection
System
Service Interval: After the first 8 hours
Every 100 hours
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control levers
to the N
-
EUTRAL
LOCKED
brake.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving
parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
3. Check the upper tube, lower tube, bagger, and the
blower assembly.
Note: Replace these parts if they are cracked or
broken.
4. Check the bagger frame.
Note: Replace any parts that are cracked or broken.
5. Tighten all nuts bolts and screws.
Figure 46
position, and set the parking
Adjusting the Closed Door for
60- and 72-inch Mowers
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control levers
to the N
EUTRAL
brake.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving
parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
3. With the door closed, loosen the nuts and adjust the
stop bolts so that the contact arm is straight up and
down
(Figure
47).
4. Adjust the length of the hinge links to so that the door
completely closes and reasonable force is on the handle
(Figure
47).
Note: Lengthen the links to reduce the force. Shorten
the links to increase the force
Note: Make sure that both the left and right sides are
adjusted the same distance. With the door closed, the
links should be slightly tight to minimize rattling.
5. Tighten the nuts.
1. Contact arm—straight up
and down
2. Stop bolt
30
-
position, and set the parking
LOCKED
Figure 47
3. Hinge links