Operation
General Safety
•
Become familiar with all operating and safety
instructions in the Operator's Manual for your
machine before using this attachment.
•
Before doing any of the following procedures or
leaving the operator’s position:
– Disengage the PTO and engage the parking
brake.
– Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop.
•
Do not remove the bag while the engine is running.
•
Always shut off the engine, wait for all moving
parts to stop, and remove the key before clearing
an obstruction from the bagging system.
•
Do not do maintenance or repairs while the engine
is running.
Removing the Bagger from
the Machine
1.
Disengage the PTO and engage the parking
brake.
2.
Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3.
Lift the latches and remove and empty the grass
bag.
4.
Lift the back plate off of the machine.
Emptying the Bagger
1.
Disengage the PTO and engage the parking
brake.
2.
Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3.
Lift the latches and remove and empty the grass
bag.
4.
Insert the lower pins of the bagger frame into the
holes in the back plate (
).
5.
Lift the latches and slide the frame side pins into
them (
6.
Lower the latches to secure the bagger.
Clearing Obstructions
1.
Disengage the PTO and engage the parking
brake.
2.
Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3.
Lift the latches and remove and empty the grass
bag.
4.
Use a stick or similar object, not your hands
to remove and clear the obstruction from the
machine.
5.
Insert the lower pins of the bagger frame into the
holes in the back plate (
).
6.
Lift the latches and slide the frame side pins into
them (
7.
Lower the latches to secure the bagger.
Operating Tips
Machine Width
The machine is wider with the bagger installed.
By turning too sharply in confined places you may
damage the bagger.
Mowing Side
Mow with the left side towards objects such as trees
or landscaping. Do not mow with the right side of the
machine near objects because you could damage
the bagger.
Mowing Rough Terrain
When mowing rough or uneven terrain, use care to
avoid damaging the bagger against the turf.
Avoid Cutting Too Low
Air flow is required to cut grass and propel it into the
bag. Setting the height-of-cut too low, especially in
heavy or long grass, can restrict the air flow and plug
the machine or grass catcher.
Avoid Plugging
To avoid plugging when cutting long grass, double-cut
the grass, first at a high height-of-cut and then lower
the machine to the desired setting. Also, try to leave
one side of the machine out of the uncut grass,
allowing air to be drawn into the machine housing.
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