Cub Cadet 59A30034150 Operator's Manual

PTO GRASS

COLLECTION

SYSTEM

DESIGNED FOR:

CUB CADET

2010-2013 MODEL YEAR

Z FORCE S - COMMERCIAL

48”, 60” - COMMERCIAL SERIES

MODEL# 59A30034150

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE

MANUAL PART#: Q0424 (21020901) REV: 2

RESIDENTIAL BAGGING SYSTEM

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION - - -
PAGE

Safety - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2
Safety Alert Symbols- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3
Warranty - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4

I INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - - - - - - 5
1-1 Introduction - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5
1-2 Description - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5

II INSTALLATION FOR USE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5
2-1 Preparation Of Mower - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-6
2-2 PTO Mount Assembly Installation- - - - - - - - - - - 6
2-3 PTO Assembly Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6
2-4 Belt Installation/Removal/Adjustment - - - - - - - 6-7
2-5 Safety Interlock Harness Installation - - - - - - - - - 7
2-6 Lower Frame Assembly Installation- - - - - - - - - - 8
2-7 Muffler Guard And Tow Hitch Installation - - - - - - 8
2-8 Upper Frame Assembly Installation- - - - - - - - - - 8
2-9 Top Assembly to Upper Frame
Assembly Installation- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
2-10 Inlet Installation- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
2-11 Hinge Kit Installation- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
2-12 Blower Cone Installation/Removal- - - - - - - - - - 9

SAFETY

SECTION
PAGE

2-13 Boot To Mower Deck Installation - - - - - - - - - -9-10
2-14 Hose Clamp Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
2-15 Length of Hose Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12
2-16 Upper Hose Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12
2-17 Lower Hose To Blower Cone Installation- - - - - - 12
2-18 Lower Hose To Boot Installation - - - - - - - - - - - 12
2-19 Exhaust Diverter and Heat Shield Installation - - 13
2-20 Impeller Blade Removal/Replacement - - - - - - - 13
2-21 Installation/Removal Of Collection Bags - - - - - - 14
III OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15
3-1 General Safety - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15
3-2 Operation & Tips On Mowing- - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15
3-3 Disengagement Of The PTO Assembly - - - - - - - 15
3-4 Unloading The Collection System - - - - - - - - - - - 15
IV MAINTENANCE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15-16
4-1 Maintenance Checklist - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16
4-2 Lubrication- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16
V PARTS AND SERVICE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16
5-1 Parts And Service Information - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16
Exploded Views And Parts List - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17-20
Safety Interlock Harness Wiring Diagram - - - - - - - - 21
Safety Decals - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22
Torque Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 23

1. Read the operator’s manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the proper use of your attachment. Do not allow

anyone who is not acquainted with the Safety Instructions to use your attachment.

2. Know the controls and how to stop quickly. READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL!

3. Do not allow children to operate the vehicle. Do not allow adults to operate it without proper instruction.

4. Be especially watchful of children and pets darting into the area while operating.

5. Keep your eyes and mind on your unit while mowing or operating your attachment. Don’t let others distract you.

6. Do not attempt to operate your unit or mower when not in the driver’s seat.

7. Always stop unit when emptying the container.

8. Stop unit, shut off deck attachment, set parking brake, shut off mower engine and remove spark plug wire before

removing clogs, removing or replacing hose, boot, blower cone, or performing any maintenance.

9. Mow across the face of slopes (not steeper than 10 degrees); never up and down the face.

10. It is recommended that the container be kept only half full when negotiating any slopes. Start mowing on slopes

when the container is empty.

11. Inspect your lawn and remove any foreign objects before mowing. Never deliberately run the mower across any
foreign object.

12. Wear ear protection if the noise level is offensive.

13. Wear eye protection to prevent debris from damaging your eyes.

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SAFETY

WARNING! NEVER operate the mower unless the discharge guard and either the deflector assembly or

the vacuum collector adapter are fastened securely in place.

WARNING! Do not work around the mower deck boot or the blower area until you are certain that the mower

blades and the blower impeller have stopped rotating.

WARNING! To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the vacuum collector; ONLY AFTER

STOPPING THE MOWER’S ENGINE AND WAITING FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A
COMPLETE STOP. Set the parking brake. Always remove the ignition key before beginning maintenance.

WARNING! For your own personal safety, ALWAYS mow ACROSS the face of slopes and NEVER UP

and DOWN the face. NEVER attempt to mow excessively steep slopes, and use caution when turning on any slope.

Safety Alert Symbol

This Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! BECOME
ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!”

This symbol is used to call attention to safety precautions that

should be followed by the operator to avoid accidents. When
you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows
and heed its advice. Failure to comply with safety precautions
could result in death or serious bodily injury.

!

Safety Signs

The signal words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are used on the equipment safety signs. These words
are intended to alert the viewer to the existence and the degree of hazard seriousness.

This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

DANGER

!

White letters on RED

WARNING

!

Black letters on ORANGE

CAUTION

!

Black letters on YELLOW

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation exist which, if
not avoided, will result in minor or moderate injury.

It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

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PECO LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW PRODUCTS

A. WHAT IS UNDER WARRANTY?
PECO extends the following warranties to the original purchaser of each new PECO consumer product subject

to the following limitations.

1. PRODUCT WARRANTY: Any part of any consumer product, which is defective in material or workmanship as
delivered to the purchaser will be repaired or replaced, as PECO elects, without charge for parts or labor, if the
defect appears within 12 months from the date of delivery of the product to the original purchaser.

ALL DEFECTIVE PARTS MUST BE RETURNED TO PECO FOR INSPECTION TO
DETERMINE
VALIDITY OF WARRANTY CLAIMS. Freight and mailing will be borne by the customer.

2. PARTS REPLACED DURING WARRANTY: Any new PECO part which is furnished in performance of this

warranty and is defective in material or workmanship as delivered to the purchaser will be repaired or replaced,
as PECO elects, without charge if the defect appears within 90 days from the date of installation of such part or
before the expiration of the original warranty period, whichever is later.

B. SECURING WARRANTY ADJUSTMENTS.
Call PECO for Return Authorization. Damaged or broken parts other than engines or batteries, must be

returned to New PECO, Inc. 100 Airport Road, Arden, NC 28704 before any warranty adjustment can be
authorized. At the time of requesting warranty adjustment, the purchaser must present evidence of the date of
delivery of the product. The purchaser shall pay any charge for the product to and from Arden, NC.

C. ITEMS NOT COVERED BY PECO WARRANTY.
Engines and batteries attached to PECO products are covered under a separate warranty by the respective

manufacturer.

D. UNAPPROVED ALTERATION OR MODIFICATION.
All obligations of New PECO, Inc. under this warranty shall be terminated if products are altered or modified in

ways not approved by New PECO, Inc.

E. ACCIDENTS AND NORMAL MAINTENANCE.
The warranty covers only defective material and workmanship. It does not cover depreciation or damage

caused by normal wear, accident, improper use or abuse of products. The cost of normal maintenance and
normal replacement of service items such as belts, cutting blades, hoses, etc., which are not defective shall be
paid for by the purchaser.

F. NO REPRESENTATIONS ADDITIONAL WARRANTIES, DISCLAIMER.
Neither New PECO, Inc. nor any company affiliated with it makes any warranties, representations or promises

as to the quality of performance of its products other than those set forth herein. Except as described above,
New PECO, Inc. makes no other warranties AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL

IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS AND MERCHANTABILITY.

G. ANY MACHINE USED FOR RENTAL PURPOSES ARE GUARANTEED FOR 45 DAYS FROM
DATE
OF ORIGINAL SALE ONLY.

H. REMEDIED EXCLUSIVE.
The only remedies the purchaser has in connection with the breach or performance of any warranty on New

PECO, Inc. consumer products are set forth above. In no event will PECO be liable for special incidental or
consequential damages.

1. NO SERVICE CENTER WARRANTY.
The selling Service Center makes no warranty on his own on any item warranted by New PECO, Inc. unless

he
delivers to purchaser a separate written warranty certificate specifically warranting the item. The dealer has no
authority to make any representation or promise on behalf of PECO or to modify the terms of this warranty in
any way.

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Section I

PRESS

PRESS

INTRODUCTION &
DESCRIPTION

1-1 Introduction

Your grass collection system has been designed to give
you a low maintenance, simple, and effective way to
collect the grass clippings from your mower. This manual
is provided to give you the necessary instructions to
properly mount and operate the collection system on
your mower. Please read this manual thoroughly.
Understand what each control is for and how to use it.
Observe all safety decal precautions on the machine and
noted throughout the manual.
NOTE: All references made to right, left, front, rear, top
or bottom are as viewed from the normal operator’s
position on the mower.

1-2 Description

The grass collection system is designed for turf
maintenance where there is a need to collect the grass
clippings as the mower cuts the turf. It is also used for
picking up leaves in pre-season and post-season clean­up. The blower, mounted on the right side of the unit,
uses a belt and gearbox system from the engine PTO
shaft. Drive train protection comes through belt slippage.
The blower draws grass clippings from the discharge
area of the cutting deck back to the (2) - 4 cubic foot
collection bags P#(G0003) at the rear portion of the
mower frame. The operator can engage the blower with
a spring-lock engagement handle on the right side of the
unit. Once the bags are full with clippings, they can be
easily released for dumping.

Remove the D-drive spacer using an arbor press or
equivalent. On removal, adjacent bearing OUTER race
must be supported or bearing damage may occur. Refer
to Figure 2-1b.

Figure 2-1b

The engine pulley assembly must be installed using an
arbor press or equivalent. Upon Installation, opposite
bearing inner race must be supported or bearing
damage may occur. Refer to Figure 2-1c.

Figure 2-1c

Section II

INSTALLATION FOR USE

2-1 Preparation Of Mower

From the underside of the engine, disconnect the wiring
harness attached to the electric clutch. Remove the bolt
and electric clutch from the mower. Refer to Figure 2-1a.

Figure 2-1a

Remove Bolt

Engine Bushing

Engine Pulley Installation

Use engine pulley assembly #12 P#(A0728) for 48”
decks, and engine pulley assembly #4 P#(A0540) for 60”
decks. Fasten the engine pulley to the electric clutch
assembly using (1) 7/16” hi-collar lock washer
P#( ) and (1) 7/16”-20 x 5” HHCS P#(K0018) as K0140
shown in Figure 2-1d. The added pulley will power the
collection system. Torque the bolt to 55 ft./lbs. Re­connect the wiring harness to the electric clutch.

Figure 2-1d

Engine Pulley

Number Is

Stamped On

The Pulley

Bushing Here

Hex Bolt

Electric Clutch

Engine Pulley

Assembly

Lock Washer

5

Remove the rear fender, tow hitch plate, muffler guard
and hardware as shown in Figure 2-1c.

Figure 2-1c

Remove

Hardware

Tow Hitch

& Muffler Guard

Rear Fender

2-4 Belt Installation/Removal and
Adjustment

Installation/Removal: With the PTO mount pin
P#(B0274) removed, loosen the (4) 5/16”-18 x 3/4”
HHCS P#(K1153) that secure the gear box to the PTO
assembly. Loosen the adjustment bolt (1) 3/8”-16 x 2”
hex bolt P#(K0348). Slide the gearbox towards the
mower until there is enough clearance for the kevlar belt
to slide over both the engine and gearbox pulleys. Install
the A68K kevlar belt P#(M0272). Insert the PTO mount
pin P#(B0274), and secure the pin with (1) hair pin clip
P#(K0086). Refer to Figures 2-4a and
2-4b.

2-2 PTO Mount Assembly Installation

Secure the PTO mount assembly P#(A1794) to the rear
frame of the mower using (3) 5/16”-18 x 1” HHCS
P#(K1154) and (3) 5/16”-18 nylon flange locknuts
P#(K2516) as shown in Figure 2-2.

Figure 2-2

(3) 5/16”-18 x 1” HHCS

(3) 5/16”-18 Nylon

Flange Locknut

PTO Mount

Assembly

2-3 PTO Assembly Installation

Insert the mount rod on the PTO assembly P#(A1132),
into the mounting slots on the PTO mount assembly
P#(A1794), as shown in Figure 2-3. Remove the (3)
1/4”-20 x 1/2” HHSTS P#(K0353) from the belt guard in
preparation for the belt installation.

Figure 2-4a

Loosen

Bolts

Slide Gearbox

Toward Engine

Figure 2-4b

Loosen

Adjustment

Bolt

Figure 2-3

Mounting Rod

Belt Guard

Wrap Belt Around

Both Pulleys

Adjustment: To adjust the belt tension, turn the
adjustment bolt clockwise until there is 1” of deflection,
with 10-11lbs of pressure applied to the center of the
belt. When the belt has the proper tension, tighten the
(4) 5/16”-18 x 3/4” HHCS that secure the gear box to the
PTO assembly. Replace the belt guard and (3) 1/4”-20 x
1/2” HHSTS. Refer to Figure 2-4c.

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Figure 2-4c

PTO Mount Pin

Figure 2-5c

Adjustment

Bolt

Replace

Belt Guard

2-5 Safety Interlock Harness
Installation

Remove the panel shown in Figure 2-5a. There are (4)
screws that secure the panel to the mower.

Figure 2-5a

Remove Panel

Harness

Path

Disconnect Mower

Safety Interlock Switch

Figure 2-5e

Safety Interlock

Harness

Figure 2-5d

Connect
Harness

Remove Screws

Figure 2-5b

Locate the safety interlock harness P#(P0208) located
on the PTO assembly. This harness will need to be
connected to the mower safety interlock switch, and then
secured to the mower frame with the zip ties P#(J0245)
included in the mount kit hardware bag. See page for 21
the safety interlock wiring harness schematic diagram.

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Mower Safety

Interlock Switch

Figure 2-5f

Harness

Path

Harness

Path

Replace

Cover

2-6 Lower Frame Assembly

Installation

Secure the lower frame assembly P#(A1119) to the rear
frame of the mower using (4) 5/16”-18 x 1” HHCS
P#(K1154) and (4) 5/16”-18 nylon flange locknuts
P#(K2516). Then secure the lower frame assembly to
the PTO mount assembly P#(A1794) using (3) 5/16”-18
x 1” HHCS P#(K1154) and (3) 5/16”-18 nylon flange
locknuts P#(K2516) as shown in Figure 2-6.

Figure 2-6

Lower Frame

Assembly

(3) 5/16”-18 x 1” HHCS

(3) 5/16”-18 Nylon

Flange Locknut

2-9 Top Assembly To Upper Frame
Assembly Installation

Position the top assembly P#(A1148) above the upper
frame assembly as shown in Figure 2-9. Fasten the top
assembly to the upper frame assembly using (2) 5/16”­18 x 2-1/2” HHCS P#(K0125), (2) 1/4” Flat Washer
P#(K0037), and (2) 5/16”-18 nylon flange locknuts
P#(K2516). Leave the locknuts slightly loose, to allow
the top assembly to open and close easily. Refer to
Figure 2-9 for hardware location.

Nylon

Flange

Locknut

Figure 2-9

Top Assembly

Hex
Bolt

Flat

Washer

(4) 5/16”-18 x 1” HHCS

(4) 5/16”-18 Nylon

Flange Locknut

2-7 Muffler Guard And Tow Hitch
Installation

Replace the tow hitch and muffler guard removed in step
2-1. Secure with (2) 5/16”-18 x 1” HHCS P#(K1154) and
(2) 5/16”-18 nylon flange locknuts P#(K2516) as shown
in Figure 2-7.

Figure 2-7

(2) 5/16”-18 x 1” HHCS

(2) 5/16”-18 Nylon

Flange Locknut

(2) 5/16”-18 x 2-1/2” HHCS

(2) 1/4” Flat Washer

(2) 5/16”-18 Nylon

Flange Locknut

2-10 Inlet Installation

Insert the Inlet P#(V0019) into the hole on the top
assembly from the inside and then snap the inlet into
place. The inlet should pivot freely about the hole.

2-11 Hinge Kit Assembly Installation

Assemble the hinge kit as shown in Figure 2-11, using
(2) 5/16”-18 x 1” HHCS P#(K1154), (3) 5/16”-18 nylon
flange locknuts P#(K2516), (5) 1/4” flat washers
P#(K0037) and (2) swing arm brackets P#(ZT-0004).
Place (1) vinyl cap P#(J0289) on the end of the hex bolts
as shown in Figure 2-11. Leave the nuts loose enough to
allow fluid movement of the top when opening and
closing. When opened, the top should rest on the middle
joint of the hinge allowing it to remain up.

Figure 2-11

Tow Hitch

Muffler Guard

2-8 Upper Frame Assembly
Installation

Lift the upper frame assembly P#(A1114) into position,
and slide onto the lower frame assembly as shown in
Figure 2-9 and secure with (2) 1/2” x 2-1/4” clevis pins
P#(K0133) and (2) hair pin clips P#(K0088). Note: It is
recommended that someone assist you when installing
the upper frame assembly.

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K1154

J0289

K2516

K0037

ZT-0004

2-12 Blower Cone Installation

Fasten the Blower Cone P#(V0016) to the blower
housing located on the PTO assembly P#(A1132). Use
(3) 1/4”-20 x 1/2”HHCS P#(K1105), (3) 1/4” Lock
Washers P#(K0039), and (3) 1/4” Flat Washers
P#(K0037) to secure the blower cone to the blower
housing. Refer to Figure 2-12 for reference.

Locate the deck mount plate P#(A1120). Lift the
deflector and position the deck plate as shown in Figure
2-13b.

Figure 2-13b

Lift Deflector

Figure 2-12

1/4”-20 x ½”

HHCS

1/4” Lock

Washer

1/4” Flat

Washer

Blower

Housing

Blower

Cone

2-13 Boot To Mower Deck Installation

NOTE: The boot kit assembly is designed to fit the 48”

and 60” deck. To ensure a snug fit between the boot and
the mower deck, follow the instructions in this step
thoroughly, and remove and tighten all hardware in the
sequence specified.

Deck Mount

Plate

Insert the front portion of the deck mount plate between
the deflector mount bracket and the mower deck. Align
the front slot of the deck mount plate with the front set of
hardware on the deflector. Slide the deck mount plate to
the forwardmost position and insert the rear portion of
the deck mount plate between the deflector mount plate
and the mower deck. Align the rear slot in the deck
mount plate with the rear set of hardware on the
deflector. Refer to Figure 2-13c.

Figure 2-13c

Deflector

Mount Plate

Loosen (DO NOT REMOVE) the deflector hardware
shown in Figure 2-13a.

Figure 2-13a

Loosen Hardware

Deflector

Deck Mount

Plate

Mower

Deck

Adjust the deck mount plate forwards/backwards so the
both sets of hardware are inside the slots on the deck
mount plate as shown in Figure 2-13d.

Figure 2-13d

Align Slots

With Hardware

9

Locate the aluminum boot P#(E0021) and the boot plate
assembly P#(A1121). Secure the boot plate assembly to
the boot as shown in Figure 2-13k, using (2) 3/8”-16 x 1”
carriage bolts P#(K1182) and (2) 3/8”-16 nylon flange
locknuts P#(K2038).
NOTE: Insert the carriage bolts from inside of the boot
so that the threads are on top of the boot as shown in
Figure 2-13e. This will prevent grass clipping from
collecting on the bolt threads. DO NOT TIGHTEN THE

HARDWARE.

Figure 2-13e

Aluminum

Boot

There Should Be No

Gaps On These Edges

Figure 2-13g

Hold the boot in position so there are no gaps between
the boot and the mower deck. Then proceed to tighten
the deflector hardware shown in Figure 2-13h.

Tighten Deflector

Hardware

Boot Plate

Assembly

Position the boot as shown in Figure 2-13f. Align the
bushing in the boot plate and the bushing in the deck
mount plate. Insert the boot rod from the front of the boot
as shown in the figure. Refer to Figure 2-13f.

Align Bushings

Nuts Fasten

From The Top

Figure 2-13f

Insert

Boot Rod

Figure 2-13h

Hold the boot in position so that there are no gaps
between the boot and the mower deck. Then proceed to
tighten the hardware on the boot plate as shown in
Figure 2-13i.

Tighten Hardware

Figure 2-13i

Secure the boot rod using (1) hair pin clip P#(K0099) as
shown in Figure 2-13j.

After the boot rod has been installed, slide the boot and
boot plate assembly forward or backwards until a snug fit
is achieved between the aluminum boot and the mower
deck. To maximize the effectiveness of your collection
system, you want to minimize any gaps between the
boot and the mower deck. When correctly installed there
should no gaps on the top and back edge of the boot.
Refer to Figure 2-13g.

Figure 2-13j

Hair Pin

Clip

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2-14 Hose Clamp Preparation

Step 3: Using a flat file or disc grinder, remove
sharp edges from clamp cut in Step 2. Refer to
Figure 2-14d.

!

CAUTION

Note: To prevent injury, wear safety gear when

cutting or grinding hose clamps.

The hose clamps P#(J1000), provided with
your collection system, will fit hose sizes 6”
through 9”. The excess should be cut from the
clamp prior to installing the hoses. Follow the
steps listed to properly install the hose clamps
to your collection system.

Step 1: Measure from hose clamp’s fastening
end (end with tension screw) to the dimension
specified for your hose diameter and mark the
clamp for cutting. Refer to Figure 2-14a.

6” Hose - Cut to 23”
7” Hose - Cut to 26”
8” Hose - Cut to 29”
9” Hose - Cut to 32”

Figure 2-14a

Figure 2-14d

Remove Sharp Edge

From Hose Clamp

Step 4: Loop previously cut hose clamp end
under and through the clamp’s tension screw.
Next, slide one finishing cap P#(V0040) over
cut end. Refer to Figure 2-14e.

Figure 2-14e

Mark

Clamp

Tension

Screw

Here

Step 2: See note on Caution above! Cut the
hose clamp at mark determined from Step 1. It
is recommended to use heavy-duty snips or a
cutting wheel. Refer to Figure 2-14b and 2-14c.

Figure 2-14b

Use Heavy-Duty Snips

Cut At

Mark

Figure 2-14c

Or Use Cutting Wheel

Cut At

Mark

Attach Finishing Cap
To Hose Clamp End

Step 5: To clamp hose, first slide completed
clamp assembly over hose end. Next, hold
tension screw up while pulling clamp end to
pre-tighten. Then, fold tension screw down
and tighten using 5/16” socket or flat-head
screw driver. See Figure 2-14f.

Figure 2-14f

Attach Hose

Tighten Clamp

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2-15 Length Of Hose Adjustment

The hoses in steps 2-16 and 2-17 must be cut to fit your
machine. Follow steps 2-16 and 2-17. do not cut the
hoses until you have tried to fit them on your machine.
Remember that the hoses have to be long enough to
adjust for the blower assembly’s movement as well as
allow for enough clamping surface between the inlet,
blower assembly, and the deck boot.
Note: The upper hose should no shorter than 32”.

2-16 Upper Hose Installation

Fasten the inlet to the plastic top by sliding the inlet from
the inside of the top to the outside and lock into place.
Slide a pre-assembled hose clamp P#(J1000) onto both
ends of the 6” upper hose (Figure 2-18a). Then slide one
end of the 6” hose onto the inlet. Make sure there is
about a two-inch overlap between the hose end and the
container inlet. Proceed to slide the opposite end of the
6” hose onto the outlet of the blower assembly. See
(Figure 2-18) for details. Make sure both ends of the
hose are clearly attached to the inlet and the blower
assembly inlet. Tighten the hose clamps.

2-17 Lower Hose To Blower Cone
Installation

Slide a pre-assembled hose clamp P#(J1000) over both
ends ofthe lower hose. Then proceed to slide the lower
hose onto the blower cone. Tighten the hose clamp. The
assembly should look like Figure 2-18c.

2-18 Lower Hose To Boot Installation

Take the unattached end of the lower hose and slide it
over the circular end of the boot. Use the lower hose
clamp to secure the hose to the boot (Figure 2-18c). Tip:
Before securing clamp rotate hose counter-clockwise
(away from yourself) approximately 1” to aid in retaining
boot to mower deck.

Note: If the impeller blades continue to spin after the
PTO has been disengaged, make sure the bolt shown in
Figure 2-18b is not too tight. The bolt should be able to
spin freely.

Figure 2-18a

Inlet

Hose

Clamp

Blower

Outlet

Figure 2-18b

Upper

Hose

Bolt Should Be

Loose Enough
To Spin Freely

Figure 2-18c

Hose

Clamp

Blower

Cone

Lower

Hose

Boot

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2-19 Exhaust Diverter & Heat Shield
Installation

An exhaust diverter and heat shield will need to be used
on all engines that exhaust to the side of the mower.
Insert (1) exhaust diverter P#(B0693) onto the muffler
and secure with (1) exhaust clamp kit P#(X1025). Leave
exhaust clamp kit hardware finger tight until the heat
shield is installed. Refer to Figure 2-19a.

Figure 2-19a

Clamp

Kit

Exhaust
Diverter

Remove the bottom hex bolt and nut from the PTO
mount plate assembly. Position the heat shield as
shown, and adjust the angle of the exhaust diverter if
necessary, to look like Figure 2-19b. Tighten the exhaust
clamp kit hardware. Secure the heat shield using
existing hardware and (1) 1/4”-20 x 1/2” self tapping
screw P#(K0353).

Figure 2-18b

Heat

Shield

Self Tapping

Screw

2-20 Impeller Blade
Removal/Replacement

WARNING

!

BEFORE REMOVING/REPLACING THE IMPELLER
BLADES, BE SURE THE MOWER IS TURNED OFF,
THE PTO ASSEMBLY IS DISENGAGED AND THE
NEGATIVE CABLE IS REMOVED FROM THE
BATTERY. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN
SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH.

Remove the blower cone P#(V0016) from the blower
housing located on the PTO assembly P#(A1132). With
the blower cone removed, you will have access to the
impeller blades P#(E7003A). Refer to Figure 2-20a.

Remove the (2) 3/8”-16 x 1-1/4” HHCS P#(K1192), (2)
3/8” I.T. lock washer P#(K0049), and (2) 3/8”-16 flange
nut P#(K1215) that secure the (2) impeller blades
P#(E7003) to the PTO shaft P#(B0460). Inspect impeller
blades and replace if necessary. When replacing the
impeller blades, run the impeller blades to the shoulder
of the PTO shaft before tightening hardware. Refer to
Figure 2-20b for reference.

Figure 2-20a

PTO

Shaft

Existing

Hardware

NOTE: Units with angled muffler options DO NOT

require an exhaust diverter or heat shield.

Figure 2-19c

Does Not

Require Diverter

Or Heat Shield

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Impeller

Blades

Figure 2-20b

3/8”-16

Flange

Nut

3/8” I.T.

Lock

Washer

Impeller

Blade

PTO

Shaft

Shoulder

3/8”-16 x 1-1/4”

HHCS

Impeller

Blade

2-21 Installation/Removal Of
Collection Bags

IMPORTANT!

To prevent bag wear, install (2) red plastic end caps
P#(J0274), as shown in Figure 2-21a, on each bag ring
before installing bags.

Figure 2-21c

Plastic Top

Figure 2-21a

Red Plastic

End Caps

To install the bag onto the bag ring, place the seam
openings of the bag onto the bag ring openings and turn
the bag one full turn (360 ) so the plastic end caps are
located opposite to the opening in the bag (Figure 2­21b). Do this for each bag.

Figure 2-21b

Bag Ring End

Caps Opposite

of Bag Opening

Bag Ring

Bag Opening

Completed Bag

Installed

To empty the bag, first unlatch and lift top, next remove
the bag and bag ring by sliding rearward, then grasp the
loop on the bottom of the bag, and last turn it upside
down to empty the collected debris (Figure 2-21d).
Repeat for the other bag. Reinstall both bags, line with
plastic bags if desired, close the plastic top and reattach
the draw latches.

Figure 2-21d

Fasten Draw

-Latch Here

For Proper Unit

Transportation

Bag

Install the completed assemblies onto the support frame
and close the plastic top. Fasten the draw-latches to
hold the plastic top closed (Figure 2-21c).

Grasp Bag
Here

Plastic lawn and leaf bags, 33 gallon size, may be used
inside the cloth bags. Be sure to leave enough plastic
bag hanging over the frame so the plastic bags can be
twist tied before emptying (Figure 2-21e).

Figure 2-21e

Plastic Bag

Cloth Bag

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SECTION III

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3-3 Disengagement Of The PTO
Assembly

3-1 General Safety

Only qualified people familiar with this operator’s manual
and the mower’s operator’s manual should operate this
machine.

3-2 Operation And Tips On Mowing

A. Perform BEFORE EACH USE the maintenance list
in
paragraph 4-1.

B. Start mower.

C. With the mower at high idle speed, engage the mower
deck.

D. While seated in the operator’s seat, pull the
engagement handle of the PTO assembly towards
the operator’s seat until the handle slides into
position in the retaining slot. With the PTO assembly
engaged, you can proceed to operate the control
levers of the mower.

NOTE: If the collection system does not appear to be
collecting the grass clippings, disengage the deck
and PTO assembly (Section 3-3), then, engage the
parking brake and turn the mower off. Check upper and
lower hoses for any clogs.

A. To disengage the PTO assembly, slide the
engagement handle out of the retaining slot and push
the engagement handle away from the operator’s seat.

WARNING: The PTO assembly blades will continue to
spin. DO NOT TOUCH the PTO assembly, pulleys, or
the belt until the tractor is turned off. DO NOT adjust the
belt tension until the mower is turned off. Refer to
section 2-4 of the manual.

3-4 Unloading The Collection System

NOTE: To determine when the collection bags are full,

follow the following steps:

A. Stop the forward movement of the mower.

B. Disengage the mower deck.

C. Disengage the PTO assembly.

D. Engage the parking brake.

E. Once the parking brake has been engaged, then and

only then, walk behind the mower and check the
collection bags by first unhooking the rubber strap
with S-hook that secures the plastic top, then lift the
plastic hood. Load in bags should not exceed the
height of the installed bag.

To obtain the maximum effectiveness from your
collection system, the tips listed below should be
followed:

* Watch your speed- Normal conditions will allow a
speed of up to approximately 4 mph, but thick, heavy
damp conditions will require reduced ground speed.

* Mow with sharp blades- A sharp blade cuts cleaner.

* Wet grass and leaves will decrease effectiveness and
will increase horsepower requirements.

* Mow at higher cutting heights- Remove and mulch no
more than 2” of grass length with each mowing.
(Experts recommend not cutting off more than 1/3 of
the grass blade length at any given time.)

* Mow twice, at different height settings, (high, then low),
if grass is extra tall.

* Remember that horsepower requirements will vary with
the mowing conditions such as type and height of turf
grass, moisture content, amount of leaves, whether the
terrain is flat or hilly, etc.

F. To remove the bags from the frame slide bags out and

turn bags over to deposit clippings.

G. Slide empty bags back onto the frame and secure

plastic top with the rubber strap with S-hook.

NOTE: Do not allow collection bags to become over-

filled as potential damage may occur to your
equipment. Also, be sure to clean the hood screen as
needed.

SECTION IV

MAINTENANCE

4-1 Maintenance Checklist

Before each use:

1. Check blades and spindles to be sure that no foreign
objects, such as wire or steel strapping bands, are
wrapped around them.

2. Inspect blades for wear. Replace if necessary. If it is
necessary to sharpen the blades, remove the blades
from the spindles before sharpening. DO NOT
sharpen blades while still attached to the mower.

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3. Make sure all shields are in place and in good
condition. Repair or replace any missing or damaged
shields.

4. Perform lubrication per paragraph 4-2.

4-2 Lubrication

NOTE: Use only white lithium based grease for

lubrication of the shaft on the blower assembly.

5. Listen for abnormal sounds, which might indicate
loose parts, damaged bearings, or other damage.
Correct any deficiency before continuing operation.

6. With the engine off, engage the blower assembly.
Check the belt tension and inspect the pulley belt for
cracks or tears.

7. Check for wear or deterioration of the upper or lower
hoses. If there are any portions of the hose that have
been torn or worn through, replace immediately.

After Each Use:

1. Clean all debris from machine especially from the
container, underneath the belt shields, and safety
decals. Replace any missing or illegible decals.

2. Inspect the unit for worn or damaged components.
Repair or replace before the next use. Any
replacement component installed during repair shall
include the component’s current safety decal specified
by the manufacturers to be affixed to the component.

3. Check belt for proper tension.

1. On initial use: Grease the fitting on the blower shaft.

2. Every 25 hours of use: Re-grease the grease fitting.

3. Every 200 hours of use: Check oil levels in gear box.
Oil in gear box should cover the gears. If not, fill using
an EP90 weight oil. 6oz. will fill the gear box from
empty.

SECTION V

PARTS AND SERVICE

5-1 Parts And Service Information

Collection system owners should record the name and
telephone number of their Service Center. Your Service
Center will be happy to supply replacement parts,
accessories, and do any service or repairs to your
collection system. If for any reason your Service Center
is unable to service your collection system or supply
replacement parts, contact PECO Inc. and include the
following information on the chart below.

THE SERIAL NUMBER PLATE

IS LOCATED ON THE TOP

ASSEMBLY

WRITE THE MODEL AND
SERIAL NUMBER IN THE

BOX TO THE LEFT

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Unit Model Number: _____________________________
Unit Engine Size: _____________________________
Unit Serial Number: _____________________________
Date of purchase: _____/_____/_________
Dealer/Distributor Name: ________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________ State: __________ Zip:__________
Phone Number: ____________________________

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Item # Doc # Title Qty

1 A1114 2 BAG FRAME ASSY 1
2 V0017 PRO 2 BAGGER TOP 1
3 V0018 SCREEN 1
4 J4009 SHORT RUBBER STRAP W/ S HOOK 1
5 K1030 1/4"-20 x 1-1/4" CARRIAGE BOLT 1
6 K0037 1/4" FLAT WASHER .75 OD x .314 ID x .060 T 1
7 k1128 1/4"-20 NYLOC NUT 1
8 K0114 BLACK PLASTIC RIVET 6

9 K1265 BLACK PANEL RETAINER 2
10 C0067 DUST GUARD BRACE 1
11 V1117 DUST GUARD 1
12 R0006 CUB CADET LOGO 1
13 K0125 5/16"-18 x 2-1/2" ALL THREAD HHCS 2
14 K2516 5/16"-15 NYLON FLANGE LOCKNUT 2
15 B0227 BAG RING 2
16 j0274 BAG RING END CAP 4
17 V0019 INLET 1

A1148 TOP ASSEMBLY
A1114 UPPER FRAME ASSEMBLY

EXPLODED PARTS VIEW

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A1132 PTO ASSEMBLY
EXPLODED PARTS VIEW

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Item # Doc # Title Qty

1 M0266 'A' PULLEY FOR DECK DRIVE PTO 1

2 K1446 1.187 OD x .380 ID x .187 WASHER 1

3 k1190 3/8"-16 x 3/4" HHCS 1

4 V0015 BLOW ER HSG. 1

5 A0431 GEAR BOX 1

6 A0498 PULLEY ASSY. FOR GEAR BOX 2

7 K0360 7/8" SNAP RING 2

8 J0272 #9 WOODRUFF KEY 2

9 K0035 5/16-18 SET SCREW 2
10 E0015 PTO SHAFT HOUSING 1
11 n0147 BEARING 2.0472 OD, 0.9843 ID, 0.5906 W (6205RS PEER) 1
12 B0460 PTO SHAFT 1
13 N0165 BEARING 1
14 J0801 1/4"-28 ZIRC FITTING 1
15 A1003 BASE PLATE ASSY. 1
16 B0681 GEAR BOX PULLEY GUARD 1
17 K1153 5/16"-18 x 3/4" HHCS 4
18 K1178 5/16"-18 FLANGE NUT 4
19 k1191 3/8"-16 x 1" HHCS 2
20 K1215 3/8"-16 FLANGE NUT 8
21 K0037 1/4" FLAT W ASHER .75 OD x .314 ID x .060 T 4
22 k1150 1/4"-20 x 2-1/4" HHCS 2
23 K1126 1/4"-20 FLANGE NUT 4
24 K1202 3/8"-16 x 4-1/2" HHCS G5 2
25 k1216 3/8"-16 NYLOC NUT 2
26 K0348 3/8"-16 x 2" ALL THREAD HHCS 1
27 k0042 5/16" FLAT WASHER .875 OD x .380 ID x .075 T 5
28 K0353 1/4"-20 x 1/2" HHSTS 5
29 J0303 SPRING 2
30 E7003 IMPELLER BLADE 2
31 K1192 3/8"-16 x 1-1/4" HHCS 6
32 K0049 3/8" INTERNAL LOCK W ASHER 2
33 M0267 A28K KEVLAR BELT 1
34 V1151 5/8" ID x 4-3/4" BLACK HANDLE GRIP 1
35 K0048 3/8" LOCK WASHER 1
36 B0505 PTO ARM MNT. ROD 1
37 B0506 LT. PTO ARM 1
38 B0642 BLWR. MNT. BRKT. 1
39 B0643 RT PTO ARM 1
40 A1137 PTO HANDLE ASSY 1
41 B0510 SPACER BUSHING 1
42 B0511 SPACER BUSHING 1
43 K0403 WASHER 1-1/2" OD x 3/8" ID 3
44 B0682 SWITCH MOUNT BRACKET 1
45 P0209 PLUNGER SWITCH 1
46 P0208 SAFETY INTERLOCK HARNESS 1
47 B0739 Blower Hsg. Stiffener Pl. 1
48 S0002 Blade Shaft Spacer 1
49 K0070 Flat Washer SS 1

A1132 PTO ASSEMBLY
EXPLODED PARTS VIEW DESCRIPTION

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P0208
Safety Interlock
Wiring Harness

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SAFETY DECALS

To promote safe operation, PECO Inc. supplies safety decals on all products manufactured. Damage can occur to
safety decals either through shipment, use or reconditioning. Contact your local Service Center for replacement decals.

Part #: R0006

Cub Cadet

DANGERDANGERDANGER

!

TO CLEAR DEBRIS WITH BLOWER

PELIGROPELIGROPELIGRO

!

PARA LI NPI AR BASURA CON LA

R2007R2007R2007

HOJA EN MARCH A!

NEVER USE HANDS

RUNN ING!

NUNCA USE MANOS

Logo

DANGERDANGERDANGER

!

FINGERS, HANDS, & BODY PARTS

PELIGROPELIGROPELIGRO

!

DEDOS, MANOS Y PARTES DEL

CUERPO PUEDAN SE R CO RTADO S!

R2008R2008R2008

ROTATING BLADES!

CAN BE SEVERED!

HOJA ROTANTE!

Part #: R2007

Never Use Hands Label

PUSH HANDLE

DISENGAGEDISENGAGEDISENGAGE

PULL HANDLE

ENGAGEENGAGEENGAGE

Part #: R1100

Engage-Disengage Label

Part #: R1054

Important Label

R1100

Part #: R4037

Warning: Hot Surface Label

MADE INMADE IN

MADE IN

AMERICAAMERICA

AMERICA

Part #: R1065

Made In America Label

Part #: R1057 - (2)

Part #: R2008

Rotating Blades Label

Part #: R1052

Small Warning: Turn Off Blower Label

Part #: R4015

Danger: Rotating Blades Label

Part #: R1069

Warning: Turn Off Blower Label

Part #: R1051

Warning: Hearing Protection Label

Part #: R4008

Caution: Rotating Blades Label

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Cub Cadet LLC

P.O. Box 361131

Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019

Phone: [phone]

MTD Products Limited

Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1

1-800-668-1238