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Section 2
2.5 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS - FRONT
WEIGHT COMPONENTS
1. For SFZP and SPZ units, remove the front (2)
serrated flange nuts securing the foot plate to the
machine. This will allow the foot plate to lift upward
and allow the front weight bar to be installed on the
machine.
2. Install the front weight support bar to the machine
and secure using (2) 1/2-13 x 1-1/4" hex head bolts,
(2) 1/2" flatwashers and (2) 1/2-13 serrated flange
nuts. See Figure 2-21 for SFZ, SFZP and SPZ
models and Figure 2-22 for SZL models.
3. Tighten the hardware and re-install the front (2)
serrated flange nuts to secure the foot plate to the
machine.
4. Install all weights (x2) included with this grass
catcher.
5. Lift the hood assembly and install the bag
assemblies. Installation of this grass catcher
accessory is complete.
6. Reconnect the positive and negative battery cables.
7. Operate and test the machine.
WARNING
Do not operate without discharge chute, mulch
kit, or entire grass catcher installed.
WARNING
Always turn the engine off, remove the key and
wait for all movement to stop before emptying the
grass bags or servicing or cleaning the mower or
grass catcher.
7. Install the hose to the hood assembly and secure
with (1) 8-5/8" clamp included with this grass
catcher. See Figure 2-19.
-NOTE-
When installing this catcher the discharge hose
may need to be shortened. Follow the steps below
when required.
Lower the cutter deck on the machine to the lowest
cutting height.
If required, shorten the hose assembly before
securing it to the hood assembly. Route the hose
up to the hood assembly and mark the hose length
required which will not allow the hose to "sag" or
"droop".
Cut the hose to the required length.
8-5/8” CLAMP
HOSE
HOOD ASSEMBLY
Figure 2-19. Hose Installation
8. Install the hose and adapter assembly to the
discharge boot assembly installed on the cutter deck.
Secure with the rubber strap. See Figure 2-20.
HOOK STRAP HERE
Figure 2-20. Hose and Adapter to Chute Installation