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Setup

Loose Parts

Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped.

Procedure

Description

Qty.

Use

1

No parts required

Prepare the mower.

Left bumper

1

Right bumper

1

Carriage bolt (3/8 x 1-1/4 inches)

2

2

Flange nut (large flange–3/8 inch)

6

Install the side bumpers.

Upper mounting bracket

1

Lower mounting bracket

1

Carriage bolt (3/8 x 1-1/4 inches)

4

Carriage bolt (1/2 x 2–1/2 inches)

2

Flange nut (large flange–3/8 inch)

4

3

Flange nut (1/2 inch)

2

Install the bagger mounting brackets.

Handle assembly

1

Handle bracket

1

Carriage bolt (3/8 x 1-1/4 inches)

4

Clevis-pin spring

1

4

Flange nut (large flange–3/8 inch)

4

Install the handle assembly (for 60- and
72-inch mowers).

Hood assembly

1

Knob

1

5

Carriage bolt

1

Install the hood assembly.

Bagger assembly

1

6

Pin and hairpin cotter assembly

2

Install the bagger assembly.

Muffler deflector

1

Flange nut (small flange–3/8 inch)

2

7

Carriage bolt (3/8 x 1-1/4 inches)

2

Install the muffler deflector.

8

Blower belt (from the Blower and Drive
Kit)

1

Route the blower belt into the blower
assembly.

Blower assembly (from the Blower and
Drive Kit)

1

9

Spring (from the Blower and Drive Kit)

1

Install the blower assembly.

Upper tube

1

Lower tube

1

Bolt (#10 x 3/4 inches)

3

Locknut (#10)

3

10

Washer (7/32 inch)

3

Install the discharge tubes.

11

Belt cover (from the Blower and Drive
Kit)

1

Install the belt cover.

8

 

Summary of Contents for E-Z Vac DFS 78556

Page 1: ...r 72in E Z Vac DFS Collection System Z Master G3 Mower Model No 78556 Serial No 400000000 and Up Model No 78566 Serial No 405700000 and Up Model No 78567 Serial No 405700000 and Up Register at www Tor...

Page 2: ...the space provided g003368 Figure 1 1 Collection system model and serial number location Model No Serial No g009233 Figure 2 48 and 52 inch bagger serial number 1 Bagger model and serial number locat...

Page 3: ...stem 28 Removing the Bagger 28 Using the Grass Deflector 29 Transporting Machines 29 Operating Tips 29 Maintenance 31 Recommended Maintenance Schedule s 31 Cleaning the Bagger Screen 31 Cleaning the C...

Page 4: ...he engine running Park the machine on level ground disengage the drives chock the wheels and shut off the engine before leaving the operator s position for any reason including emptying the grass catc...

Page 5: ...126 4659 126 4659 1 Warning hot pulley allow to cool decal126 9451 126 9451 1 Thrown objects hazard Do not run the blower without the entire collection system installed and latched 2 Warning Read the...

Page 6: ...ad the Operator s Manual 4 Cutting dismemberment hazard impeller keep away from moving parts keep all guards and covers in place 2 Warning hearing protection must be worn 5 Cutting dismemberment hazar...

Page 7: ...decal103 3508 103 3508 48 inch and 52 inch decks only decal109 5890 109 5890 60 inch and 72 inch decks only 7...

Page 8: ...pin spring 1 4 Flange nut large flange 3 8 inch 4 Install the handle assembly for 60 and 72 inch mowers Hood assembly 1 Knob 1 5 Carriage bolt 1 Install the hood assembly Bagger assembly 1 6 Pin and h...

Page 9: ...60 inch decks 3 Front weight 72 inch decks serial number 406294344 and below 1 Front weight 72 inch decks serial number 406294345 and above 2 Tap bolt 3 8 x 1 3 4 inches 2 12 Nut 3 8 inch 2 Install t...

Page 10: ...he Side Bumpers Parts needed for this procedure 1 Left bumper 1 Right bumper 2 Carriage bolt 3 8 x 1 1 4 inches 6 Flange nut large flange 3 8 inch Procedure 1 Remove the nuts and bolts holding the sid...

Page 11: ...2 Upper mounting bracket 5 Carriage bolt 3 8 x 1 1 4 inches 3 Flange nut 1 2 inch 6 Flange nut large flange 3 8 inch 2 Install the upper mounting bracket to the left and right bumpers with 2 carriage...

Page 12: ...connect them to the side of the machine g009217 Figure 8 1 Handle and bracket assembly 3 Bolt 3 8 x 1 1 4 inches 2 Flange nut large flange 3 8 inch 5 Installing the Handle Assembly and Bracket for 48...

Page 13: ...t 4 Align the hole in the bagger with the upper mounting bracket Figure 10 5 Install the pin and secure it with the hairpin cotter on both sides Figure 10 g009219 Figure 10 1 Lower mounting bracket 4...

Page 14: ...2 Flange nut small flange 3 8 inch 2 Carriage bolt 3 8 x 1 1 4 inches Procedure Install the muffler deflector to the side of the bagger frame Figure 12 Note Ensure that the muffler deflector is positi...

Page 15: ...er for 60 and 72 inch Mowers 1 Idler pulley 4 Peg 2 Mower deck pulley 5 Belt 3 Spring 6 Blower pulley 2 For 48 and 52 inch mowers loosen the belt guide Figure 14 3 Install the belt around the blower p...

Page 16: ...wer unless you install a cover plate a mulch plate or a grass chute and catcher Make sure that the grass deflector is installed when you remove the grass chute and catcher 1 Remove the side discharge...

Page 17: ...er deck 4 Blower assembly peg 3 Close the blower assembly to see if the latches are adjusted correctly Figure 18 Note Loosen or tighten the bolt so the latches firmly hold the blower assembly against...

Page 18: ...lowest height of cut position while installing the discharge tubes Note Remember to replace the grass deflector when the bagger is removed from the mower Refer to Installing the Grass Deflector page...

Page 19: ...19 mm 3 4 inch measurement has been achieved mark the upper tube on the outside where the rubber seal protrudes out Figure 23 Note This is marked to ensure the correct position for the upper tube whe...

Page 20: ...ure 25 or Figure 26 Note There is a latch on the top and bottom of the blower housing Note Make sure that the mower deck is in the lowest height of cut position and the mark on the upper tube is still...

Page 21: ...ions in the upper tube as a template drill 3 holes 7 32 inch diameter where the upper and lower tubes join together Figure 27 g003390 Figure 27 1 Bagger hood 4 Lower tube 2 Upper tube 5 Blower assembl...

Page 22: ...he latches 11 Installing the Belt Cover Parts needed for this procedure 1 Belt cover from the Blower and Drive Kit Procedure 1 Lower the mower deck to the lowest height of cut position 2 Install the n...

Page 23: ...hat weights you use when you install a bagger Front weights used Caster weights used 48 inch mower deck with bagger 3 0 52 inch mower deck with bagger 3 0 60 inch mower deck with bagger 3 2 Front weig...

Page 24: ...o the weight mount bracket with 6 bolts 3 8 x 1 inch 6 lock washers 3 8 inch 3 flange nuts small flange 3 8 inch and 6 flat washers 3 8 inch Figure 33 g009227 Figure 33 1 Front weight 4 Bolt 3 8 x 1 i...

Page 25: ...pers to the 2 outside holes of the toeboard Figure 35 g030506 Figure 35 1 Locknut 5 16 inch 3 Bumper 2 Spacer For 72 inch decks serial number 406294344 and below install the bumpers to the 2 inside ho...

Page 26: ...rmal operating position Important Set the parking brake when you leave the machine even if just for a few minutes WARNING To avoid personal injury follow these procedures Become familiar with all oper...

Page 27: ...discharge area or mower blades unless you move the power take off PTO to off and rotate the ignition key to off Also remove the key and pull the wire off the spark plug s Turn off the engine before u...

Page 28: ...om the tube assembly Note In most cases the debris can be shaken out of the tubes 7 If the blower assembly is plugged unlatch the blower assembly remove the belt and swing it open Important Use a stic...

Page 29: ...he capacity of the vacuum system Cutting Frequency Cut the grass often especially when it grows rapidly You need to cut your grass twice if it gets excessively long refer to Bagging Long Grass Bagging...

Page 30: ...ommended for bagging leaves in dry conditions In dry dusty conditions the medium lift or low lift blades reduces dust and dirt blowout while providing effective bagging air flow Contact an Authorized...

Page 31: ...nterval Before each use or daily Clean the screen before each use more often in wet grass 1 Disengage the power take off PTO and set the parking brake 2 Turn off the engine remove the key and wait for...

Page 32: ...wer deck pulley Figure 40 g003398 Figure 40 1 Idler pulley 4 Spring peg 2 Mower deck pulley 5 Belt 3 Spring 6 Blower pulley 6 Install the spring as shown in Figure 41 g003638 Figure 41 1 Spring loaded...

Page 33: ...er pulley Figure 42 Checking and Adjusting the Blower Latch Close the blower assembly to see if the latches are adjusted correctly Loosen or tighten the bolts so the latches firmly hold the blower ass...

Page 34: ...d Door for 60 and 72 inch Mowers 1 Disengage the PTO move the motion control levers to the NEUTRAL LOCKED position and set the parking brake 2 Stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving pa...

Page 35: ...1 Disengage the PTO move the motion control levers to the NEUTRAL LOCKED position and set the parking brake 2 Stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the o...

Page 36: ...me on both sides 2 Allen head bolt 4 Upper frame tube Adjusting the Closed Door for 48 and 52 inch Mowers 1 Disengage the PTO move the motion control levers to the NEUTRAL LOCKED position and set the...

Page 37: ...inge link Adjusting the Open Door for 48 and 52 inch Mowers Perform this after adjusting the closed door 1 Remove the side plate from both sides of the bagger Figure 54 g007380 Figure 54 1 Bolt 3 Side...

Page 38: ...ame 2 The measurement is between an 3 2 mm 1 8 inch and 9 6 mm 3 8 inch 4 If adjustment is needed adjust the hinge stops on both sides so that the distance between the upper tube of the door frame and...

Page 39: ...ual for more information on installing blades Installing the Grass Deflector WARNING An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects at you or others and result in serious i...

Page 40: ...een page 31 and Cleaning the Collection System page 31 2 Inspect the bagger for damage Refer to Inspecting the Collection System page 34 3 Make sure that the bagger is empty and thoroughly dry 4 Check...

Page 41: ...y the bagger 1 The bagger is too full 1 Dump the bagger more frequently 2 The engine speed is low 2 Always operate the collection system at full throttle 3 Grass is too wet 3 Cut grass when it is dry...

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