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Maintenance
Important
If the machine is on a slope, set the parking brake and chock or block the wheels to prevent the machine from
slowly rolling.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Service
Interval
Maintenance Procedure
Each Use
•
Screen—clean
8 Hours
•
Bagger—clean
First 10 Hours
•
Bagger—inspect
40 Hours
•
Bagger idler arm—grease
100 Hours
•
Bagger—inspect
Storage Service
•
Belts—check for wear/cracks
•
Bagger—inspect
•
Bagger—clean
Note: Determine the left and right side of the machine from the normal operating position.
Cleaning the Screen
The screen needs to be cleaned before each use. In wet
grass it will need to be cleaned more often.
1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, and chock or
block the drive wheels.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3. Open the bagger and hold the bagger door open. Refer
to Holding the Bagger Door Open on page 18.
4. Clean the debris from the screens.
5. Close the bagger door.
Cleaning the Bagger
The bagger needs to be cleaned after every 8 hours.
1. Wash the inside and outside of the bagger, upper tube,
lower tube, boot assembly and the underside of the
mower. Use a mild automotive detergent to remove dirt.
2. Make sure you remove matted grass from all parts.
3. After washing all parts, let them dry thoroughly.
Note: With all parts installed, start and run the machine for
a minute to assist in drying.
Checking the Bagger Belt
Check the bagger belt for wear and cracks at when storing
the bagger.
Greasing the Idler Arm
Grease the bagger belt idler arm every 40 hours.
Inspecting the Bagger
Inspect the bagger attachment after the first ten hours of
operation, and 100 hours thereafter.
1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, and chock or
block the drive wheels.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3. Check the upper tube, lower tube, and the boot
assembly. Replace these parts if they are cracked or
broken.
4. Check the bagger, bagger frame, and screen. Replace
any parts that are cracked or broken.
5. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws.