GENERAL OPERATION
Operation - 19
8. Remove the retainer pins from the roll bar
latches, release the latches, and unhook the
latches from the roll bar mounts.
9. Resume raising the collection system with the
caster wheel stands. Lift the collection system
until the weight is no longer on the tractor. When
the hitch pin turns freely, remove the securing
clip and remove the pin. The tractor can now be
driven away from the collection system.
Never operate the mower deck without the dis-
charge chute or the collection boot in place.
Detaching - Fast Connect System with
Docking Station
1. Ensure the collection bin is empty, the collection
bin door is closed and latched, and the collection
bin is lowered completely to the down position.
2.
Always empty the collection bin after use. Never
store the collection system with material in the
collection bin.
Ensure the docking station lock is in the released
position. Back the collection system onto the
docking station until it contacts the stops.
3.
Place the tractor in park and shut off the
engine. Move the lift and door hydraulic levers
to relieve pressure that may be present in the
hydraulic system.
4. Rotate the handle of the docking station to
engage the latches and lock the collection
system to the docking station.
5. Disconnect the collection boot from
the mower deck (if attached).
6. Disconnect the four hydraulic hoses
and store them in the hose holder.
7. Disconnect the battery cable.
8. Remove the retainer pins from the roll bar
latches, release the latches, and unhook the
latches from the roll bar mounts. The tractor can
now be driven away from the collection system.
Never operate the mower deck without the dis-
charge chute or the collection boot in place.
Mowing and Operating Procedure
1. Perform daily inspection.
2. Verify the collection bin door is closed and
latched, the mower deck is set to the desired
cutting height, and the tractor’s weight transfer
system is set at the desired position.
3. Inspect the area where the tractor and collection
system will be used. The area should be clear
of bystanders, debris, and other obstacles that
will impede the safe operation of the mower and
collection system.
4. Start the collection system engine. When the
engine is cold, it may be necessary to engage
the choke and start the engine while standing
beside the collection system. (After the initial
startup, the engine can be stopped and started
from the operator’s seat.)
5. Start the tractor engine. Allow the tractor and col-
lection system engines to warm up to operating
temperature before beginning operation.
6. Move the throttle of the collection system engine
to full throttle and start the tractor PTO to begin
mowing.
7. Begin mowing. Avoid obstacles and objects
which may plug or damage the collection sys-
tem. See “Mowing Speed” section.
8. When the level in the collection bin reaches the
bottom of the viewing window, the performance
of the collection system will begin to decrease.
Stop and empty the bin at this time to maintain
the best performance. See “Emptying the Collec-
tion Bin”.
DANGER
Never operate the mower deck without the dis-
charge chute or the collection boot in place.
