8.
Install the spring as shown in
Figure 39
1.
Spring-loaded idler pulley
3.
Long-hook end
2.
Short-hook end
9.
Install the belt onto the spring-loaded idler pulley
(
).
Checking and Adjusting the
Blower Latch
Close the blower assembly to see if the latches are adjusted
correctly. Loosen or tighten the bolt so that the latches firmly
hold the blower assembly against the mower deck , but can be
released by hand.
Figure 40
1.
Latch
3.
Blower assembly
2.
Bolt
Greasing the Idler Arm
Service Interval:
Every 50 hours
Grease the bagger belt idler arm every 50 hours (
).
Figure 41
Inspecting the Bagger
Service Interval:
Every 100 hours
After the first 8 hours
Inspect the bagger attachment after the first 8 hours of
operation, and 100 hours thereafter.
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 operating position.
3.
Check the upper tube, lower tube, bagger hood, and
the blower assembly. Replace these parts if they are
cracked or broken.
4.
Check the bags, bagger frame, and screen. Replace any
parts that are cracked or broken.
5.
Tighten all nuts bolts and screws.
Inspecting the Mower Blades
1.
Inspect the mower blades regularly and whenever a
blade strikes a foreign object.
2.
If blades are badly worn or damaged, install new blades.
Refer to your machine
Operator's Manual
for complete
blade maintenance.
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