Use only Gravely replacement parts. The replacement of from product any part on this unit with anything other than a Gravely Numbers are located on the product registration authorized replacement part may adversely affect the registration form in the unit literature here.
3. Review control functions and operation of the unit. DISCLAIMER Do not operate the unit unless all controls function Gravely reserves the right to discontinue, change, and as described in this manual. improve its products at any time without notice or 4.
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1. DANGER! 5. Operation To Avoid Serious Injury Disengage PTO (blower) when dumping debris. DO NOT operate mower unless guards To dump grass: Push handle out and lift. are in place or grass pump and entire Keep hands and body clear of moving parts when bagger are attached.
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SAFETY RULES ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all rotating parts during operation. Rotating parts can cut off body Read, understand, and follow all safety practices in this parts. Manual, Owner/Operator Manual, and Engine Manual NEVER place your hands or any part of your body or before beginning assembly.
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Keep all movements on the slope slow and gradual. DO NOT make sudden changes in speed or direction. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. DO NOT operate on slopes over 10°. DO NOT park on slopes unless absolutely necessary.
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INSTALLATION Assemble the Grass Container Figure 3 NOTE: Use three or more people to install the collector box on the main frame. The weight and bulk of the grass collector make it difficult to install safely without assistants. 1. Slide the lift handle (item 14) into the slot of the handle mount bracket on the collector box.
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33, 34 42, 43, 44 35, 36 Item Description Item Description Right Bracket 3/8-16 Nyloc Nut Left Bracket 3/8-16 x 1" Hex Bolt Main Bracket 3/8-16 x 1" Center Bracket Tapping Screw Figure 4 19, 49 19, 49 6. Install the bagger main frame (item 40) on the bracket assembly with two 3/4-10 x 1-1/2 hex bolts Item Description...
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NOTE: Two people should install the grass inlet. Install 3. Choose the appropriate finger guard according to the grass inlet from the inside of the grass container and the mower deck size: point the inlet down to the ground. Then, while one •...
Install Blower Assembly on Deck 1. Remove discharge chute and right belt cover from Blower the deck. Assembly Pulleys 2. Install the drive belt on the blower assembly. NOTE: The bagger kit includes three V-belts that have a Compression part number printed on each V-belt. Select the V-Belt Spring and appropriate belt for your deck:...
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52" Decks Rubber Bumper 5/16" Wing (Item 9) Knob (Item 11) Belt Cover Drill 11/32" hole 1/2" in from edge of blower assembly outlet. 60" Decks Rubber Bumper 5/16" Wing (Item 9) Knob (Item 11) Belt Cover Item Description Item Description 72"...
BEFORE EACH USE 2. Set throttle to full. 1. Check bagger parts for wear, deterioration or 3. Choose a slow ground speed. damage. Replace ONLY with Gravely original service parts before operating. Shut Off 2. Make sure all hardware is tight.
Make the second cut at desired height. working near blades or impeller. • Always use full throttle when bagging. MAINTENANCE Gravely Dealers will provide any service or adjustments MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE which may be required to keep your unit operating at Clean Unit •...
1. Worn or damaged V-belt. 1. See Replacing V-Belt (Figure 16) on or slows. page 16. SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 89010600 Description Rapid XZ Series Bagger Added Length to Unit 10" Container Capacity 12 Cu. Feet Added Width to Mower 12 inches...
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GRASS CONTAINER ASSEMBLY Item Part No. Qty. Description 00197800 Frame, Top Main 00960451 Bracket, Left 00960351 Bracket, Right 00193700 Screen Support 00193500 Handle Mount 00193600 Box Back and Sides 00194000 Fill Gauge 00193400 Box Door/Frame 00193000 Plastic Door 10 00193300 Upper Door Member 11 00192900 Door Frame Assembly...
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BLOWER HOUSING ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) Item Part No. Qty. Description 06545400 Nut, .31-18 Nyloc Flange 00451951 Cover, Blower 05978900 Bolt, Hex .62-18 x 1.75 06445700 Washer, Bevelled .63 x 1.625 x .14 00468200 Weldment, Impeller 05958000 Bolt-Hex .38-16 x 1.25 Grade 5 06545500 Nut, .38-16 Nyloc Flange 58803600...
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Genuine Ariens or Gravely brand service parts and accessories are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 90 days after the date of purchase. An authorized Ariens or Gravely dealer will repair or replace any such part or accessory free of charge, except for labor, during that period.
• Mufflers, belts and tires on Ariens and Gravely commercial lawn and garden products are not covered by this warranty. • Any misuse, alteration, improper assembly, improper adjustment, neglect, or accident which requires repair is not covered by this warranty.
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GRAVELY 655 West Ryan Street Brillion, WI 54110-1072 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.gravely.com...
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