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125176 A

Safety and Instruction Decals

The decals are designed to give the operator brief information needed in the daily operation and service of the mower. 
These decals are not intended to be used in place of this manual but instead are to be used as an extension of this 
manual. These decals should not be removed or obliterated. Replace these decals if they become unreadable.

It is the owner’s responsibility to make certain that the operators and mechanics read and understand this 

manual and all decals before operating this mower. 

It is also the owner’s responsibility to make certain that the operators and mechanics are qualified and 

physically able individuals, properly trained in the operation of this equipment. 

All operators and mechanics must become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator 

controls and decals. 

Never let children or untrained people operate or service the equipment. Local regulations may restrict the 

age of the operator.

The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other 

people or property.

The owner should also ensure that the operators/mechanics know that they are responsible for their own 

safety as well as the safety of other persons within the vicinity. Remember, the operator is responsible for 

accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.

Refer to the mower’s operator’s manual for illustrations showing the various safety decals that are located on the mower. 
A brief explanation, for those requiring one, is shown to help the operator understand the meanings of these decals. 

 

WARNING

Specific safety warning decals are located on the equipment near the immediate areas of potential hazards. 

These decals should not be removed or obliterated. Replace them if they become non-readable.

FIG. 1

607352

WARNING: Thrown Objects!

Never operate with catcher 

bag in raised position.
Disengage the deck clutch 

switch before raising the 

catcher bag.

Summary of Contents for 125223

Page 1: ...parts included in this kit If any parts are missing or damaged please contact Excel Parts Department Retain these instructions for replacement parts INDEX NO PART NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 125117 3 SWITCH...

Page 2: ...eople operate or service the equipment Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator The owner user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves other peop...

Page 3: ...ignition key Disconnect the negative battery cable 2 Remove the catcher bag Fig 2 3 Remove the top set of existing hardware from the catcher plate as shown Fig 3 FIG 2 FIG 3 INDEX NO DESCRIPTION 1 CAT...

Page 4: ...to place and secure with the hardware provided Fig 6 7 Locate and unplug the mower wiring harness connector from the deck clutch switch FIG 4 FIG 5 FIG 6 INDEX NO DESCRIPTION 1 SWITCH PLATE 2 CATCHER...

Page 5: ...into the connector on the black wire coming from the dump from seat kit wire harness and crimp securely Fig 7 11 Coil the excess DFS wire harness from the DFS switch Secure with the wire tie Fig 8 FI...

Page 6: ...IMPORTANT Do not remove too much material Make sure no burrs exist on the catcher washer Fig 9 13 Raise the catcher chute to the upright position Fig 10 FIG 9 FIG 10 INDEX NO DESCRIPTION 1 CATCHER BAG...

Page 7: ...Fig 12 18 Lower the handle on the catcher bag to make sure the deck clutch engages Fig 12 NOTE During normal operation it is recommended the operator disengage the deck by depressing the deck clutch s...

Page 8: ...nue to catch grass after the dust baffle has deflated you may need to remove blockage that has clogged the deck Fig 14 Remove bag assembly from catcher mount after the blades have stopped Use a stick...

Page 9: ...ly to insure it is seated properly and switches are engaged Clean grass clipping and other debris from unit Never use high pressure water to clean the mower especially around the switches as damage ca...

Page 10: ...way Slow down Driving too fast for conditions may result in deck becoming clogged Cut less material at a time See Excel Side Catcher Manual P N 125225 for further operation instructions Use standard b...

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