Peco 37721231, 37721232, 37721233 Operator's Manual

PECOPECO

PECOPECOPECO

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DESIGNED TO FIT:

PTO GRASS

COLLECTION

SYSTEM

2012 MODEL YEAR

TIGER CAT

52” & 61” VELOCITY

PLUS DECK

MODEL #: 37721231

MODEL #: 37721232

900 SERIES BRIGGS & STRATTON

6.5HP BRIGGS & STRATTON

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE

MANUAL PART#: Q0432

PTO DRIVE

MODEL #: 37721233

VANGUARD

PECO GRASS COLLECTION 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 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6
2-2 Lower Mount Plate Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6
2-3 Lower Frame Leg Installation- - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7
2-4 Main Frame Assembly Installation - - - - - - - - - - 7
2-5 Lift handle Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
2-6 Aluminum Grass Container Installation - - - - - - - 9
2-7 Dump Mechanism Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9
Aluminum Grass Container Parts List - - - - - - - - - - - 10
2-8 Exhaust Diverter Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
2-9 PTO Mount Assembly Installation - - - - - - - - - - - 11
2-10 PTO Assembly Installation- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
2-11 Belt Installation and Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - 12
2-12 PTO Handle Assembly - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13
2-13 Cam Assembly Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13
2-14 Outer Engine Mount Tube - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13
2-15 Engine Mount Arm Assembly Installation - - - - - 13

SECTION PAGE

2-16 Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly Installation - - - - 14
2-17 Blower Cone Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 14
2-18 Boot To Mower Deck Installation- - - - - - - - - - - 14
2-19 Hose Clamp Preparation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15
2-20 Length of Hose Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16
2-21 Upper Hose Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16
2-22 Lower Hose to Blower Cone Installation - - - - - - 16
2-23 Lower Hose to Boot Installation - - - - - - - - - - - 16
2-24 Impeller Blade Removal Replacement - - - - - - - 17
2-25 Weight Kit Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
2-26 Throttle Cable Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 19
Exploded Views and Parts List - - - - - - - - - - - - - 20-24

III OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 25
3-1 General Safety - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 25
3-2 Operation & Tips On Mowing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 25
3-3 Disengagement Of The Blower - - - - - - - - - - - 25
3-4 Unloading The Collection System - - - - - - - - - - - 25

IV MAINTENANCE- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 25
4-1 Maintenance Checklist - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 25-26
4-2 Lubrication- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 26

V PARTS AND SERVICE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 26
5-1 Parts And Service Information - - - - - - - - - - - - - 26
Safety Decals - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 27
Torque Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 28

Safety

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

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 (On most products, see owners manual for specifics) 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 - INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION

1-1 Introduction

We are pleased to have you as a PECO customer. Your
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.

PTO Drive

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 and in pre-season and post-season
clean-up. 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 is also available with an external
engine option of 5.5HP or 6.5HP. The blower draws
grass clippings from the discharge area of the cutter
deck back to the 12 cubic foot aluminum box at the rear
portion of the mower frame. The operator can engage
the blower with a push of the over-center linkage on the
right side of the unit, or starting the external engine.
Once the bags are full with clippings, they can be
released to make for easy dumping.

Engine Drive

Universal PTO

Assembly P#(A0623)

Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly

5.5HP Briggs and Stratton P#(A602)
or

Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly

6.5HP Briggs and Stratton P#(A639)

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Section II - INSTALLATION FOR USE

2-1 Preparation Of Mower

Remove the rear shield and skid plate from the mower.
Remove (3) 3/8” carriage bolts and (3) 3/8”-16 nuts from
the rear bumper to disconnect the rear shield. Remove
(2) 3/8”-16 carriage bolts (2) 3/8”-16 nuts from the skid
plate to disconnect the skid plate from the frame of the
mower. Refer to Figure 2-1a for reference. Keep the
hardware for use later in the installation.

Engine Pulley

Assembly

Figure 2-1c

Electric

Clutch

Flat Washer

Figure 2-1a

Remove This

Hardware (x2)

To Disconnect The

Skid Plate

NOTE: Engine pulley installation instructions are for
PTO models only.

From the underside of the mower, remove the 7/16” bolt,
lock washer and flat washer that secure the electric
clutch to the engine shaft. Refer to Figure 2-1b.

Figure 2-1b

Remove This Hardware

To Disconnect The

Rear Shield

Electric

Clutch

7/16” -20 x 3-1/4”

HHCS

On units with the Donaldson air cleaner, loosen the
hardware and rotate the air cleaner to the forward-most
position. See Figure 2-1d.

Figure 2-1d

Rotate Air Cleaner

To The Forward-Most

Postion

Lock Washer

2-2 Lower Mount Plate Installation

Attach the lower mount plate P#(B0719) to the rear of
the mower. Use the existing hardware removed in
Section 2-1. The lower mount plate attaches to the rear
bumper with (3) existing carriage bolts and nuts. The
lower mount plate attaches to the rear frame, where the
skid plate was removed, using (2) existing carriage bolts
and nuts. Refer to Figure 2-2.

Figure 2-2

Existing

Hardware

Flat Washer

Remove

Hardware

Locate the engine pulley hardware bag P#(HB0473).
Secure the engine pulley assembly number 13
P#(A0732) to the electric clutch using (1) 7/16”-20 x 3­1/4” HHCS P#(K0351), (1) helical spring lock washer
P#(K0140), (1) .250 x .250 x .500 keyway P#(K1628)
and the flat washer removed in Section 2-1b. Refer to
Figure 2-1c for reference.

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Existing

Hardware (x2)

Lower Mount

Plate

2-3 Lower Frame Leg Installation

2-4 Main Frame Assembly Installation

Attach the left lower frame leg P#(B0725) and right lower
frame leg P#(B0724) to the rear bumper of the mower
using (4) 3/8”-16 x 1” HHCS P#(K1191) and (4) 3/8”-16
nylon flange locknuts P#(K2038) PER LEG. Refer to
Figure 2-3a and 2-3b.

Figure 2-3a

(4) 3/8”-16 x 1” HHCS

(4) 3/8”-16 Nuts

Left Lower

Frame Leg

Lift the main frame assembly P#(A1833) into position
above the left and right lower frame legs. Secure the
main frame assembly to the lower frame legs using (4)
3/8”-16 x 1” HHCS P#(K1191) and (4) 3/8”-16 nylon
flange locknuts p#(K2038). Refer to Figure 2-4.

Figure 2-4

Main Frame

Assembly

Figure 2-3b

Right Lower

Frame Leg

(4) 3/8”-16 x 1” HHCS

(4) 3/8”-16 Nuts

(4) 3/8”-16 x 1” HHCS

(4) 3/8”-16 Nuts

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2-5 Lift Handle Installation

NOTE: Before continuing the lift handle installation,
have someone assist you in turning the grass container
upside down. Insert (1) 3/8”-16 x 2” HHCS P#(K1208)
into the lift handle P#(A0273), and secure with (1) 3/8”­16 flange nut P#(K1215). Thread the flange nut onto the
bolt upside down, as shown in Figure 2-5a.

Figure 2-5a

Insert (1) 3/8”-16 x 2”

HHCS Into The Lift Handle

Slide the lift handle through the slot on the handle mount
bracket. Insert the lift handle into the box frame as
shown in Figure 2-5b, and secure using (1) 3/8”-16
flange nut P#(K1215) on the inside of the container as
shown in Figure 2-5c.

Slide Lift Handle Through

Handle Mount Bracket And

Fasten To Box Frame

Secure With

(1) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut

Figure 2-5b

Fasten the ball joint P#(K1442) to the end of the latch
rod P#(A0620). Tighten the ball joint to approximately
half way down the threads on the latch rod. Attach the
ball joint to the latch hook as shown in Figure 2-5d, using
(1) 5/16”-24 hex nut P#(K1444) and (1) 5/16” lock
washer P#(K0043).

Latch Hook

Ball Joint

Latch Rod

Figure 2-5d

Attach the other end of the latch rod to the lift handle, as
shown in Figure 2-5e. Attach on end of the spring
P#(J0176) to the lift handle and the other end of the
spring to the handle mount bracket as shown in Figure
2-5f. Adjust the ball joint up or down on the latch rod
threads until the latch hook closes completely. After
adjusting the latch hook, secure the latch rod to the lift
handle using (1) cotter pin P#(K0094).

Attach Latch Rod

To Lift handle

(1) 5/16”-24 Hex Nut

(1) 5/16” Lock Washer

Figure 2-5e

Figure 2-5c

Use (1) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut

On The Inside Of The

Grass Container

Secure With

(1) Cotter Pin

Figure 2-5f

Attach Spring To

Lift Handle And To

Handle Mount Bracket

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2-6 Aluminum Grass Container
Installation

NOTE: It is recommended that (3) people assist in
mounting the container. With three people available, two
can lower the container onto the frame while the third
person inserts the pivot pins P#(K0172) through the
holes. Insert the pins from the outside to the inside.
Secure with (1) 5/8” washer P#(K0058) and (1) 5/32” x
2-5/8” hair pin clip P#(K0088) per pivot pin (Figure 2-6b).
Reattach the bottom ends of the door opening linkages
to the main frame by using (1) Rue-Ring cotter pin
P#(K1437) per side. To test the functionality of the dump
mechanism, pull the lift handle away from the unit, and
lift upward. The door of the container should open and
the box should pivot clockwise towards the ground.

Figure 2-6b

Pivot

Pin

Washer

Figure 2-6a

Box Assembly

Hair Pin

Clip

2-7 Dump Mechanism Adjustment

The linkage may be adjusted in two places, at the
adjusting screw P#(K1435) and the latch assembly
items. See page 10 for visual clarification. To change the
door closure tightness, screw the adjusting screw
(Figure 2-7) in or out. To adjust the latch, change the
length of the latch rod by screwing the latch adjusting
ball joint in or out. The latch hook pivot should be in the
middle of the slot in the latch hook pivot plate. Slide the
pivot back or forth and then re-tighten.

Attach

Here

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Figure 2-7

Rue-Ring

Cotter Pin

Adjustment

Screw

A0560

ALUMINUM GRASS

CONTAINER

EXPLODED VIEW

J0522 - HANDLE

GRIP

LOCKING PIN

V1152 - INLET RING W/

B8113 - SCREEN

A0574 - BOX HANDLE

J0176 - LATCH SPRING

K1422 - ADJUSTING NUT

A0260 - LATCH ROD

K1435 - ADJUSTING SCREW

B0193 - LINKAGE ROD

B1529 - LATCH HOOK

C0046 - BOX BOTTOM

K1442 - ADJUSTING BALL JOINT

A0087 - LATCH HOOK PIVOT PLATE

B0205 - BASE FRAME

B0192 - BASE FRAME PIVOT MOUNT

C0040 - BOX TOP

C1184 - FILL GAGE

C0031 - BOX BACK & SIDES

C0029 - SCREEN SUPPORT

B1730 - HANDLE MOUNT

MEMBER

A0558 - BOX/DOOR FRAME

V1131 - PLASTIC DOOR

B0194 - UPPER DOOR

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K1418 - LINKAGE PIN

B1574 - PIVOT BRACKET

A0557 - DOOR FRAME

ASSEMBLY

2-8 Exhaust Diverter Installation

Insert the exhaust deflector P#(J0251) onto the end of
the muffler. Orientate the exhaust diverter to exhaust
towards the rear of the mower. The diverter is used to
keep the engine exhaust from burning PTO or
engine/blower/blade assembly. Secure the exhaust
diverter with (1) exhaust clamp kit P#(X1046). Refer to
Figure 2-8.

Figure 2-8

Exhaust

Clamp Kit

Exhaust
Diverter

2-9 PTO Mount Assembly Installation

PTO MODELS ONLY
NOTE: Continue to Section 2-14 on page 13 if you
are installing an engine driven unit.

Secure the PTO mount plate assembly P#(A1825) to the
right lower frame leg using (5) 3/8”-16 x 1” HHCS
P#(K1191) and (5) 3/8”-16 nylon flange locknuts
P#(K2038). Refer to Figure 2-9a.

On all engine models with an engine oil drain hose on
the right side of the engine, attach the existing J-hook to
the rear bumper using the PTO mount assembly
hardware shown in Figure 2-9b.

Figure 2-9b

Existing

Engine Oil

Drain

J-Hook

Hardware

2-10 PTO Assembly Installation

PTO MODELS ONLY

Insert the PTO assembly P#(A0623) into the PTO mount
plate assembly as shown in Figure 2-10a. The mount
rod on the PTO assembly slides into the mounting slots
on the PTO mount plate assembly. Secure the PTO
assembly with (1) mount pin P#(B0274) and (1) hair pin
clip P#(K0086) shown in Figure 2-10b. Remove the
pulley guard in preparation for the belt installation.

Figure 2-10a

Mount

Rod

PTO

Assembly

Figure 2-8a

Rear

Bumper

(4) 3/8”-16 x 1” HHCS

(4) 3/8”-16 Nut

PTO Mount

Plate Assembly

Remove Pulley

Guard

Figure 2-10b

Hair Pin

Clip

Mount Pin

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2-11 Belt Installation and Adjustment

PTO MODELS ONLY

Loosen the (4) bolts P#(K1191), (2) on each side, that
secure the gear box assembly to the PTO assembly
P#(A0623) (Figure 2-11a and 2-11b).

Figure 2-11a

Loosen Bolts

Figure 2-11b

Connect the belt A58K P#(M0236) from the engine
pulley to the lower gear box pulley (Figure 2-11d).

Figure 2-11d

Connect Belt

To Both Pulleys

To tension the drive belt, turn the adjustment bolt
clockwise (Figure 2-11e) until there is 1” of deflection,
with 10-11 lbs. of pressure, at the center of the belt
between the engine pulley and the gear box pulley.

Figure 211e

Tighten The Adjustment

Bolt To Tension The Belt

Loosen Bolts

Loosen the adjustment bolt P#(K0348) until the gear box
assembly is at its far left adjustment (the gear box is
moved toward the mower’s engine pulley). Refer to
Figure 2-11c.

Figure 2-11c

Loosen The

Adjustment Bolt

Slide Gear Box

Towards The

Engine Pulley

Once the correct tension of the belt is achieved, tighten
the (4) bolts that secure the gear box assembly. Refer to
Figures 2-11f and 2-11g. Replace the belt guard and
hardware that was removed in Section .2-10

Figure 2-11f

Tighten Bolts

Figure 2-11g

Tighten Bolts

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2-12 PTO Handle Assembly
Installation

PTO MODELS ONLY

Attach the PTO handle P#(A1142) to the PTO assembly
using (3) 1/4”-20 x 3/4” HHCS P#(K1222) and (3) 1/4”-20
nylon flange locknuts P#(K2014). Attach the handle grip
P#(J0522) to the PTO handle. Refer to Figure 2-12.

Figure 2-12

2-14 Outer Engine Mount Tube
Installation

Position the outer engine mount tube P#(B2220) as
shown in Figure 2-14. Secure the outer engine mount
tube to the lower mount plate using (2) 3/8”-16 x 2-18” u­bolt P#(K1119) and (4) 3/8”-16 nylon flange lock nuts
P#(K2038). Orient the tube so that the detent pin mount
hole is to the outside. Leave hardware finger tight until
the engine/blower/blade assembly has been installed.

(3) 1/4”-20 x 3/4” HHCS

(3) 1/4”-20 Nylon

Flange Locknut

Handle Grip

PTO Handle

2-13 Cam Assembly Adjustment

PTO MODELS ONLY

The cam assembly P#(A0422), which controls the
blower belt tension, comes from the factory pre-adjusted.
If the belt is too tight or becomes too loose, remove the
hair pin clip P#(K0099) from the belt tension rod
P#(K0326) and pull the “L” end of the rod out of it’s hole
in the cam assembly. The tension rod may then be
screwed out to tighten the belt or screwed in to loosen
the belt. Replace the “L” end into the top hole in the cam
and replace the hair pin clip. Adjust the cam stop bolt
P#(K1159) to allow the cam to rotate slightly over center
when the blower is disengaged (Figure 2-13).

Figure 2-14

(2) 3/8”-16 “-U-Bolts

(4) 3/8”-16 Nuts

Outer Engine

Mount Tube

Detent Pin

Mount Hole

2-15 Engine Mount Arm Assembly
Installation

Insert the engine mount arm assembly P#(A0274) into
the outer engine mount tube and secure using (1) detent
pin P#(J0248). Refer to Figure 2-15.

Figure 2-15

Figure 2-13

Cam Assembly

Hair Pin Clip

Tension Rod

Cam Stop

Detent Pin

Engine Mount
Arm Assembly

Outer Engine

Mount Tube

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2-16 Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly
Installation

Place the engine blower blade assembly on top of the
engine mount arm as shown in Figure 2-16a. Secure the
assembly using (4) 5/16”-18 x 1-1/2” HHCS P#(K1157)
and (4) 5/16”-18 nylon flange lock nuts P#(K2516) as
shown in Figure 2-16b. Tighten all hardware in Section
2-14.

Figure 2-16a

Engine/Blower

Blade Assembly

2-18 Boot To Mower Deck Installation

Position the boot plate P#(B0309) on top of the
aluminum boot P#(E0012) as shown in Figure 2-18a.
Secure the boot plate to the boot using (2) 3/8”-16 x 1”
carriage bolts P#(K1182) and (2) 3/8”-16 nylon flange
lock nuts P#(K2038). Insert the bolts from the inside of
the boot so that the threads are on the outside of the
boot. This will prevent any grass clippings from collecting
on the threads. To attach the boot to the mower deck, lift
the grass deflector and hook the tabs on the boot plate
under the deflector hardware as shown in Figure 2-18b.

Engine

Mount Arm

Figure 2-16b

(4) 5/16”-18 x 1-1/2” HHCS

(4) 5/16”-18 Nuts

2-17 Blower Cone Installation

Thread (1) 5/16”-18 jam nut P#(K0120) onto each end of
(2) 5/16”-18 x 2-1/2” HHCS P#(K0125). Now partially
thread the bolts into each of the two tabs located on the
blower housing. Place blower cone so the two tabs line
up with the bolts then tighten completely (Figure 2-17).

Figure 2-18a

Boot

Figure 2-18b

Boot Plate

(2) 3/8”-16 x 1”

Carriage Bolts

(2) 3/8”-16 Nuts

Figure 2-17

Blower

Cone

Blower

Cone Tabs

(2) 5/16”-18 x 2-1/2”

All Thread HHCS

(2) 5/16” Jam Nuts

Hook Tabs Under

Existing Hardware

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2-19 Hose Clamp Preparation

Step 3: Using a flat file or disc grinder, remove sharp
edges from clamp cut in Step 2. Refer to Figure 2-19d.

!

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 2-19a.

CAUTION

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

Figure 2-19a

Figure 2-19d

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 2­19-e.

Figure 2-19e

Mark

Clamp

Tension

Screw

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
2-19b and 2-19c.

Figure 2-19b

Use Heavy-Duty Snips

Cut At

Mark

Figure 2-19c

Or Use Cutting Wheel

Here

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 2-19f.

Figure 2-19f

Attach Hose

Tighten Clamp

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2-20 Length Of Hose Adjustment

The hoses in steps 2-21 and 2-22 must be cut to fit your
machine. Follow steps 2-21 and 2-22. 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.

2-21 Upper Hose Installation

Slide a pre-assembled hose clamp P#(J1000) onto both
ends of the 6” upper hose (Figure 2-23). Then slide one
end of the 6” hose onto the 6” hose ring P#(E0007).
Make sure there is about a two-inch overlap between the
hose end and the hose ring. Lift the locking pin on the 7”
inlet ring P#(V1152) and insert the hose ring. Secure the
hose ring with the locking pin. Proceed to slide the
opposite end of the 6” hose onto the outlet of the blower
assembly. See (Figure 2-23) for details. Make sure both
ends of the hose are clearly attached to the inlet and the
blower assembly inlet. Tighten the hose clamps.

2-22 Lower Hose To Blower Cone
Installation

Slide a pre-assembled hose clamp P#(J1000) over both
ends of the lower hose. Then proceed to slide the lower
hose onto the blower cone. Tighten the hose clamp. The
assembly should look like Figure 2-23.

2-23 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 2-23). Tip:
Before securing clamp rotate hose counter-clockwise
(away from yourself) approximately 1” to aid in retaining
boot to mower deck.

Aluminum

Box

Inlet

Hose

Ring

Hose

Clamp

Figure 2-23

Upper

Hose

Hose

Clamp

Blower

Outlet

Blower

Cone

Boot

Lower

Hose

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2-24 Impeller Blade
Removal/Replacement

To gain impeller blade (#1) access, first remove the
blower cone (#2) from the blower housing, located on
the PTO assembly P#(A1821), by removing two blower
cone bolts and nuts (#3). Next, remove the blower
housing front (#4) by removing seven bolts and nuts (#5)
around the outer housing edge. Refer to Figure 2-24.

To Remove: First, remove one 3/8”-16 x 1-1/2” HHCS
P#(K1211) (#6), one taper-lock bushing washer
P#(K0278) (#7) and one spacer bushing P#(S3242) (#8)
from the taper-lock bushing (#9). See Figure 2-24. Next,
remove two 1/4”-20 x 1” HHCS (#10) and place them
into the threaded holes (#11) of the taper-lock bushing
P#(S4302). Last, gradually thread each bolt evenly into
the taper-lock bushing, forcing the blade to break-away
from the taper-lock bushing.

Figure 2-24

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3

Tips on removing impeller blade;

1 - Try carefully hitting the base of the impeller blade
(#1), between each vein (#12), with a rubber mallet to
loosen the taper-lock bushing hold.
2 - Spray break-free lubricant into the surrounding areas
of the taper-lock bushing (#9) and repeat Tip 1.

To Replace: First, place the impeller blade (#1) over the
drive shaft (#13). Next, slide the taper-lock bushing (#9)
on to the drive shaft and into the impeller blade, aligning
the non-threaded holes (#14) of the taper-lock bushing
to the threaded holes of the impeller blade. Then, fasten
by using two 1/4”-20 x 1” HHCS (#10), one spacer
bushing (#8) one taper lock bushing washer (#7), and
one 3/8”-16 x 1-1/2” HHCS (#6). Torque all bolts to the
specifications located in the chart towards the back of
this manual. Last, rotate the impeller blade to ensure
that the blade is clear of contact on all sides of the
blower housing.

5

5

2

3

12

9

8

13

10

7

6

Taper-Lock Bushing

9

Enlarged View

1

11

14

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2-25 Weight Kit Installation

The collection system requires that a weight kit is
installed to the front of the mower to counter-balance the
weight of the collection system, when filled with debris.

NOTE: The (2) weight brackets are secured to the caster
supports first. Then the weight is added to the weight
brackets. It is recommended that two people perform this
procedure. If another person is not available, use a
rolling hydraulic floor jack to keep the weight into
position while you secure the weight to the weight
brackets

Locate the(2) weight brackets P#(B0026). Secure (1)
bracket to each front caster support, using (1) 3/8”-16 x
2-1/8” u-bolt P#(K1119) and (2) 3/8”-16 nylon flange lock
nuts P#(K2038) PER BRACKET. Position the weight
bracket as shown in Figure 2-25a. Insert the u-bolt from
the bottom of the caster support tube as shown in Figure
2-25b. Leave the hardware slightly loose until the weight
has been installed.

Figure 2-25a

After the weight brackets have been secured to the
caster supports, place (1) weight bar P#(B0035) onto the
(2) weight brackets. It is strongly recommended that
someone assist you in lifting the weight bar into position.
Center the weight bar between the front casters. Secure
the weight bar to the weight bracket using (2) 1/2”-13 x
4-5/16” u-bolts P#(K0331) and (4) 1/2”-13 nylon flange
lock nuts P#(K2012). Tighten the weight bracket
hardware at this time. Refer to Figure 2-25c and 2-25d
for reference.

Figure 2-25c

Weight Bar

Weight

Bracket

(2) 3/8”-16 Nuts

Figure 2-25b

(1) 3/8”-16 U-Bolt

Caster

Support

(2) 1/2”-13 U-Bolts

Figure 2-25d

Weight Bar

(4) 1/2”-13 Nuts

Caster

Support

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2-26 Throttle Cable Installation

NOTE: Engine Driven Models Only

To install the throttle cable kit to the ROPS (roll over
protection system), place the 3/8” U-Bolt P#(K0136)
onto the ROPS with the threads facing the front of the
mower. Next slide on the throttle mount plate assembly
P#(A0666) with the rivets also facing toward the front of
the mower. Tighten the throttle mount plate assembly
securely to the ROPS using (2) 3/8”16 nylon flange lock
nuts P#(K2038) (Figure 2-26a). With the throttle cable
facing toward the engine/blower/blade assembly, place
the throttle base plate over the rivets, Slide the throttle
cable kit to the right, moving the smaller end of the slot
over the rivets. When positioned correctly, the throttle
spring plate will snap into place (Figure 2-26b).

To remove the throttle cable kit, lift the throttle spring
plate and slide the throttle kit to the left.

Route cable over the upper hose as shown in Figure 2­26c.

Figure 2-26c

From

R.O.P.S

Existing

Hardware

Throttle

Cable

J-Clip

Secure the throttle cable to the blower housing assembly
using (1) J-Clip P#(K1455). Use the existing hardware
from the blower housing to secure the J-Clip, as shown
in Figure 2-26c.

Figure 2-26a

(1) 3/8”-16 U-Bolt

(2) 3/8”-16 Flange Nuts

Figure 2-26b

Throttle Base Plate

Properly Assembled
Throttle Cable Kit

ROPS
or
Upper Frame Assy.

Throttle Mount

Plate Assembly

To fasten the throttle cable end to the engine, place the
throttle control lever into the “stop” position. Rotate the
engine throttle lever to the “stop” position. Thread the
wire end of the throttle cable into the engine throttle lever
eyelet and tighten the screw. Fasten the throttle cable
sleeve to the clamp on the engine throttle (Figure 2-26d).
Rotate the throttle control lever into the “fast” position to
check for proper installation.

NOTE: Cable sleeve may need to be cut, depending on
the engine type. Once throttle cable is attached, lift the
plastic top assembly and make sure that the throttle
cable does not interfere with the movement of the plastic
top.

Figure 2-26d

Engine Throttle

Cable Clamp

Throttle Spring

Plate

Throttle

Engine Throttle

Lever

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ISO VIEW

7

12

1

11

31

32

23

10

29

30

8

39

36

20

16

40

3

9

15

27

14

2

4

13

5

6

19

33

21

34

28

22

26

18

17

37

38

25

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Exploded Parts View

A0623 PTO Assembly

M0241

A50K BELT

(INCLUDED IN H.W. BAG)

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PTO Parts List

Item

Number

Document

Number

Title Quantity

1 A0429 GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY 1
2 K0348 3/8"-16 x 2" ALL THREAD HHCS 1
3 K0047 3/8" FLAT WASHER 1.00 OD x .446 ID x .075 T 5
4 K0353 1/4"-20 x 1/2" HHSTS 8
5 K1159 5/16"-18 x 2" ALL THREAD HHCS 1
6 K1178 5/16"-18 FLANGE NUT 1
7 A0144 BLOW ER MOUNT BRACKET ASSEMBLY 1
8 B1755 BLOW ER PIVOT ROD 1

9 K0086 .125 OD x 2.50 HAIR PIN CLIP 2
10 B0121 BLOW ER BELT GUARD 1
11 A0604 PTO HANDLE MOUNT ASSY 1
12 A0422 CAM BRACKET ASSEMBLY 1
13 K0356 3/8"-16 TAPERED SET SCREW 1
14 K0326 BELT TENSION ROD 3/8"-16 1
15 K0130 .091 OD x 1.625 L HAIR PIN CLIP 1
16 J0254 3/16" SQ. x 3/4" LONG KEYWAY 1
17 M0228 BLOWER PULLEY 1
18 K1446 1.187 OD x .380 ID x .187 WASHER 1
19 K1190 3/8"-16 x 3/4" HHCS 1
20 E4004A BLOW ER HSG. ASSY. 1
21 K1193 3/8"-16 x 1-1/2" HHCS 4
22 K1215 3/8"-16 FLANGE NUT 12
23 A0645 SMALL 4-BLADE IMPELLER 1
24 S4302 TAPER-LOCK BUSHING 1
25 S3242 PLATED BUSHING 1
26 K1225 1/4"-20 X 1" HHCS GRADE 8 2
27 K0278 TAPER-LOCK BUSHING W ASHER 1
28 K1211 3/8"-16 x 1-1/2" HHCS GRADE 8 1
29 B0269 GEAR BOX PULLEY GUARD 1
30 B0270 PTO ARM GUARD 1
31 A0622 PTO ARM ASSY. 1
32 A0624 BASE PLATE ASSY. 1
33 K1191 3/8"-16 x 1" HHCS 6
34 K1197 3/8"-16 X 2 1/2" HHCS 1

35* M0250 A30K KEVLAR BELT 1

36 E0121 PTO SHAFT HOUSING 1
37 N0147 BEARING 2.0472 OD, 0.9843 ID, 0.5906 W (6205RS PEER) 1
38 N0148 BEARING 1.625 OD, 0.75 ID, 0.4375 W (9R12 PEER) 1
39 B1758 PTO SHAFT 1
40 J0801 1/4"-28 ZIRC FITTING 1

A0623 PTO Assembly

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A0664 Boot Kit

22

A0664 Boot Kit

B1117

23

A0664 Boot Kit

B1117

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SECTION III

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3-1 General Safety

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

3-3 Disengagement Of The Blower

PTO MODELS

A. To disengage the blower, rotate the engagement
handle towards the mower.

WARNING: The blower will continue to spin. DO NOT
TOUCH the blower, 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 of the manual.2-10

3-2 Operation And Tips On Mowing

PTO MODELS

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, rotate the
engagement handle of the collection system away
from the mower. Continue to rotate the handle until it
stops in an over center position. With the blower
engaged, you can proceed to operate the control

levers of the mower.

ENGINE DRIVEN MODELS

A. Perform BEFORE EACH USE maintenance list in
paragraph 4-1.
B. Start the engine/blower/blade assembly.
B. Start mower.
C. With the mower at high idle speed, engage the mower
deck.
D. 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 blower, engage the parking brake and turn the
mower off. Check the upper hose, lower hose, top
screen and boot for clogs.
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 5 mph, but thick, heavy
damp conditions will require reduced ground speed.

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

ENGINE DRIVEN MODELS

B. (5.5HP Briggs & Stratton) To stop the engine, throttle
the engine to the stop position.
C. (6.5HP Briggs & Stratton Vanguard) To stop the
engine, move the fuel lever to the OFF position.

3-4 Unloading The Collection System

NOTE: Press the tab, located behind the operator’s left

side, downward to feel if the collection system is full. If
the container is full there will be resistance when
depressing the tab.

A. Stop the forward movement of the mower.
B. Disengage the mower deck.
C. Disengage the blower or turn the external engine off.
D. Verify that the dump area is clear.
E. Push the dump handle, on the left of the operator,
away from the unit. While holding the handle pushed
away, move the handle upward. The container door
will swing upward and the container will rotate
downward. The container will release its contents.
F. Once the contents of the container have fallen out, the
container is ready to move back into its normal
operating position. With the handle in the ‘away’
position, pull the handle downward until it stops.
Move the handle towards the center of the mower.
This motion will allow the latch to lock back into
collection position.

NOTE: If you do not hold the handle away from the
mower as you pull the handle downward, the latch will
not lock and the container can unexpectedly release the
contents collected.

SECTION IV

* 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.

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 For PTO Models

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. PTO MODELS ONLY: 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 with genuine
PECO parts.

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. PTO MODELS ONLY: 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 necessary,
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

PECO 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 and include the
following information on the chart below.

PECO

THE SERIAL NUMBER PLATE

IS LOCATED ON THE BOX

ASSEMBLY P#(A0560)

OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT

Model Number

Serial Number

Arden, North Carolina 28704

WRITE THE MODEL AND
SERIAL NUMBER IN THE

BOX ABOVE FOR FUTURE

REFERENCE.

Unit Model Number: _____________________________
Unit Engine Size: _____________________________
Unit Serial Number: _____________________________
Date of purchase: _____/_____/_________
Dealer/Distributor Name: ________________________________________
Dealer’s/Distributor’s: _______________________ State: __________ Zip: ___________
Phone Number: ____________________________
Address: PECO Inc.
100 Airport Road

Arden, NC 28704

Phone #: [phone] or Toll Free: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

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SAFETY DECALS

To promote safe operation, PECO 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 #: R1049

# R2008

# R2007

Part #: R1057

Part #: R1053

Part #: R1069

Part #: R1055

Part #: R1054

Part #: R1052

Part #:R4008

Part #:R4015

Part #:R1083

Part #:R1051

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Part #: R4037

Part #: R4027

Part #: R1065

Part #: R1070

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NOTES

PECOPECO

PECOPECOPECO

P

PPPP

ARDEN, NORTH CAROLINA 28704

[phone] OR [phone] FAX: [phone]

EMAIL: [e-mail]

WEBSITE: www.lawnvac.com

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