Peco 38621241, Classic 3572HP, Classic 3160HP, Classic 3160EFI, Classic 3572EFI Operator's Manual

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ENGINE DRIVEN

GRASS COLLECTION

SYSTEM

DESIGNED FOR:

Classic Series

2015-2017

MODEL #: 38621241 & 38621244

Classic 2750KW, 2760KW, 3160HP, 3160EFI

3572HP, 3572EFI & 3672BR

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE

MANUAL PART#: Q0505

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 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6
2-1 Outer Engine Mount Tube Installation - - - - - - - - 6
2-2 Engine Mount Arm Assembly Installation - - - - - - 7
2-3 Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly Installation- - - - - 7
2-4 Blower Cone Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
2-5 Main Frame Assembly Installation - - - - - - - - - 8-9
2-6 Box Handle Assembly Installation - - - - - - - - - -9-10
2-7 Aluminum Grass Container Installation - - - - - - - 11
2-8 Dump Mechanism Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12
Aluminum Grass Container Exploded View - - - - - - - 13
2-9 Boot To Mower Deck Installation- - - - - - - - - - - - 14

SECTION PAGE

2-10 Length of Hose Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15
2-11 Upper Hose Installation- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15
2-12 Lower Hose To Blower Cone Installation- - - - - - 15
2-13 Lower Hose To Boot Installation - - - - - - - - - - - 15
2-14 Impeller Blade Removal/Replacement - - - - - - - 16
2-15 Weight Kit Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17
2-16 Throttle Kit Installation- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
Exploded Drawing Views and Parts Lists- - - - - - - -19-20

III OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21
3-1 General Safety - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -21
3-2 Operation & Tips On Mowing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21
3-3 Disengagement Of The Blower - - - - - - - - - - - 21
3-4 Unloading The Collection System - - - - - - - - - - - 21

IV MAINTENANCE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21
4-1 Maintenance Checklist - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21-22

V PARTS AND SERVICE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22
5-1 Parts And Service Information - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22
Safety Decals - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 23
Torque Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 24

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 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, could result in minor injury or property damage.

It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

rev1(8/2016)

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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. 10 Walden Dr., 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.

Rev 2 (8/15)

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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.

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 engine/blower/blade assembly is mounted
on the right side of the unit. 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
by starting the external engine. Once the container is full
of clippings, the operator can easily push and raise the
lift handle, releasing the container’s rear door and the
container will pivot towards the ground.

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2-1 Outer Engine Mount Tube

Figure 2-1a

Figure 2-1b

Installation

Attach (2) Outer Engine Mount Brackets P#(B0569) to
the rear frame of the mower, in the position and
orientation shown in Figure 2-1a and 2-1b, using (2)
3/8”-16 x 2-1/4" x 1-3/4" U-Bolts P#(K1436) and (4) 3/8”­16 Ny-Flange Locknuts P#(K2038) PER BRACKET.
Leave the hardware finger tight until the blower
assembly has been installed and positioned correctly.

(2) 3/8”-16 U-Bolts

(4) 3/8”-16 Locknuts

PER BRACKET

Outer Engine

Mount Bracket

Secure the Outer Engine Mount Tube P#(B3727) to the
Outer Engine Mount Brackets using (2) 3/8”-16 x 2-1/8” x
2-5/8" U-Bolts P#(K1119) and (4) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange
Locknuts P#(K2038). Leave the hardware finger tight
until the Blower Assembly has been installed. Refer to
Figure 2-1b for reference.

(1) 3/8”-16 U-Bolt

(2) 3/8”-16 Locknuts

PER SIDE OF TUBE

Rear Frame

Outer Engine

Mount Bracket

Outer Engine

Mount Tube

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2-2 Engine Mount Arm Assembly

Figure 2-2

Installation

2-3 Engine/Blower/Blade/Assembly
Installation

Insert the Engine Mount Arm Assembly P#(A1916) into
the Outer Engine Mount Tube and secure using (1)
Detent Pin P#(J0248). Refer to Figure 2-2.

Engine Mount

Arm Assembly

Position the Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly P#(A639)
on top of the Engine Mount Arm Assembly as shown in
Figure 2-2, and secure using (4) 5/16”-18 x 1-1/2” HHCS
P#(K1157) and (4) 5/16”-18 Ny-Flange Locknuts
P#(K2516).

Engine/Blower

Blade Assembly

Detent

Pin

(4) 5/16”-18 x1-1/2” HHCS

(4) 5/16”-18 Locknuts

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ROPS

U-Bolt

Frame Mnt.

Spacer

Main Frame

Clamp

2-4 Blower Cone Installation

Figure 2-5b

Thread (1) 5/16”-18 Jam Nut P#(K0120) onto the end of each (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
P#(E6009) so the two tabs line up with the bolts then tighten completely. See Figure 2-4.

Blower

Figure 2-4

Cone Tabs

Blower

Cone

(2) 5/16”-18 x 2-1/2”

All Thread HHCS

(2) 5/16” Jam Nuts

2-5 Main Frame Assembly Installation

Install the Lower Main Frame P#(B0567) by attaching to the ROPS (Roll Over Protection System) using (1) 3/8”-16
x 2-1/8” x 2-5/8” U-Bolt P#(K1119) and (2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Locknuts P#(K2038) on each side. Secure the back
section using the Frame Mount Spacer P#(B0777) and the Main Frame Clamp P#(B0302) with (2) 3/8”-16 x 1”
HHCS P#(K1191) and (2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Locknuts P#(K2038). Refer to Figure 2-5b

Attach the Main Frame Assembly P#(A1097) to the Lower Main Frame P#(B0567) using (4) 1/2”-13 x 1-1/4” HHCS
P#(K1232) and (4) 1/2”-13 Ny-Flange Locknuts P#(K2012). Use the middle set of mounting holes on the Main
Frame Assembly and the front set of mounting holes on the Lower Main Frame. Refer to Figure 2-5c on next page.

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Main Frame

Figure 2-5c

Use Front

Set of Holes

Figure 2-6a

Assembly

Use Middle

Set Of

Mounting Holes

(4) 1/2”-13 x 1-1/4” HHCS

(4) 1/2”-13 Locknuts

2-6 Box Handle Assembly 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 Box Handle Assy. P#(A0273) on the 72” or
P#(A0897) on the 50” & 60” and secure with (1) 3/8”-16 flange nut P#(K1215). Thread the flange nut onto the
bolt upside down, as shown in Figure 2-6a.

Insert (1) 3/8”-16 x 2”

HHCS Into The Lift Handle

Secure With

(1) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut

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Slide the lift handle through the slot on the Handle Mount Bracket. Insert the Lift Handle into the box frame as

Figure 2-6b

Figure 2-6c

Figure 2-6d

shown in Figure 2-6b, and secure using (1) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut P#(K1215) on the inside of the container as
shown in Figure 2-6c.

Slide Lift Handle Through

Handle Mount Bracket And

Fasten To Box Frame

Use (1) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut

On The Inside Of The

Grass Container

Fasten the ball joint P#(K1442) to the end of the Latch Rod P#(A0260). 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 2-6d,
using (1) 5/16”-24 Hex Nut P#(K1444) and (1) 5/16” Lock Washer P#(K0043).

(1) 5/16”-24 Hex Nut

(1) 5/16” Lock Washer

Latch Hook

Ball Joint

Latch Rod

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Attach the other end of the latch rod to the lift handle, as shown in Figure 2-6e. Attach on end of the spring

Figure 2-6e

Figure 2-6f

P#(J0176) to the lift handle and the other end of the spring to the handle mount bracket as shown in Figure
2-6f. 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

Secure With

(1) Cotter Pin

2-7 Aluminum Grass Container
Installation

NOTE: It is recommended that someone assist in
mounting the container. Lower the container onto the
frame while inserting 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 2­5/8” Hair Pin Clip P#(K0088) per pivot pin (Figure 2-7a).
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.

Attach Spring To

Lift Handle And To

Handle Mount Bracket

Figure 2-7a

Pivot

Pin

Washer

Hair Pin

Clip

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To service your air filter, place your PECO Pro 12 Aluminum Grass Container in the dump position. Using a 12 mm

Strap

12mm

Fastener

Clasp

Figure 2-7b

Air Filter

Housing

wrench, remove the fastener securing the strap that holds the air filter housing in place. Lift the strap and unhook
from the other side. At this point the filter housing should be able to pivot and rotate enough to gain access to the
clasps holding the housing together. Open clasps, remove cover and replace filter if needed. See Figure 2-7b

2-8 Dump Mechanism Adjustment

The linkage may be adjusted in two places, at the Adjusting Screw P#(K1435) and the latch assembly items. To
change the door closure tightness, screw the adjusting screw (Figure 2-8) 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.

Figure 2-8

Adjustment

Screw

Rue-Ring

Cotter Pin

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ALUMINUM GRASS

CONTAINER ASSEMBLY

EXPLODED VIEW

GRIP

J0522 - HANDLE

A0897 - BOX HANDLE

V1054 - INLET

B8113 - SCREEN

J0176 - LATCH SPRING

K1422 - ADJUSTING NUT

A0260 - LATCH ROD

K1435 - ADJUSTING SCREW

B0193 - LINKAGE ROD

B1529 - LATCH HOOK

C0024 - BOX BOTTOM

K1442 - ADJUSTING BALL JOINT

B1750 - BASE FRAME

A0087 - LATCH HOOK PIVOT PLATE

B1727 - BASE FRAME PIVOT MOUNT

C0040 - BOX TOP

C1184 - FILL GAGE

C0029 - SCREEN SUPPORT

C0023 - BOX BACK & SIDES

B1730 - HANDLE MOUNT

MEMBER

V1131 - PLASTIC DOOR

A0938 - BOX/DOOR FRAME

B0194 - UPPER DOOR

A0738 - DOOR FRAME

K1418 - LINKAGE PIN

B1574 - PIVOT BRACKET

ASSEMBLY

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2-9 Boot To Mower Deck Installation

(4) 3/8”-16 x 1”

Carriage Bolts

(4) 3/8”-16

Locknuts

Washers on

50” & 60”

NOTE: Remove all grass deflector and/or mulching
hardware from the mower deck before proceeding.

Position the Boot Plate P#(B0775) onto the top of the
Aluminum Boot P#(E0023) as shown in Figure 2-9a.
Secure the Boot Plate to the boot using (2) 3/8”-16 x 1”
Carriage Bolts P#(K1182) and (2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange
Locknuts P#(K2038). Insert the bolts from the inside of
the boot so that the locks nuts are on top of the Boot
Plate. This will prevent grass clipping from collecting on
the bolt threads. Position the Deck Mount Plate onto the
top of the mower deck as shown in Figure 2-9a. Secure
the deck mount plate to the mower deck using (2) 3/8”­16 x 1” carriage bolts P#(K1182) and (2) 3/8”-16 Ny­Flange Locknuts P#(K2038). Insert the bolts from the
underside of the mower deck. On 50” & 60” mowers,
place (1) 3/16” wide Washers P#(K1446) on each
Carriage Bolt between the Deck and the Plate.

NOTE: Do not tighten hardware until boot has been
installed to mower deck.

Figure 2-9a

Boot Plate

Classic Deck Plate Mounting Locations

Refer to Figure 2-9c for Classic deck plate mounting
locations.

Figure 2-9c

Classic 72”

Classic 50” & 60”

Mounting Holes

Classic

Deck Plate

B0774

Align the holes in the Boot Plate with the holes in the
Deck Mount Plate. Insert the Boot Rod P#(B0333) into
the mounting holes and secure with (1) Hair Pin Clip
P#(K0099). Refer to Figure 2-9d.

With all the carriage bolts still finger tight, use the slots in
the deck mount plate and the boot plate to position the
boot so that the front inside corner of the boot is flush to
the front outside edge of the mower deck. Also check for
clearance between the mowers blade and the bottom
edge of the boot. Once the boot is positioned correctly,
tighten all the hardware.

Deck Mount

Plate

Aluminum

Boot

Classic Boot Plate Mounting Locations

Refer to Figure 2-9b for boot plate mounting locations.

Classic

Figure 2-9b

Classic

72” Deck

Boot Plate

Mount Holes

50”& 60” Deck
Boot Plate
Mount Holes

Figure 2-9d

Boot Rod

Hair Pin

Clip

On 72” decks position and secure the Discharge Mount
Plate P#(B0793) and on 60” decks Discharge Mount
Plate P#(B0985) to the mower deck using (1) 3/8”-16 x
1” Carriage Bolt P#(K1182) and (1) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange
Locknut P#(K2038) as shown in Figure 2-9e.

Figure 2-9e

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Discharge

Mount Plate

(1) 3/8”-16 x 1”

Carriage Bolt

(1) 3/8”-16 Locknut

2-10 Length Of Hose Adjustment

The hoses in steps 2-11 and 2-12 must be cut to fit your
machine. Follow steps 2-11 and 2-12. 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.

2-11 Upper Hose Installation

Slide a Spirofil Hose Clamp P#(J0060) onto both
ends of the 6” upper hose (Figure 2-11). Then slide one
end of the 6” hose onto the plastic inlet P#(V1054) on
the right side of the aluminum box assembly. Make sure
there is about a two-inch overlap between the hose end
and plastic inlet. 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 2-11)
for details. Make sure both ends of the hose are clearly
attached to the inlet and the blower assembly inlet.
Tighten the hose clamps.

2-12 Lower Hose To Blower Cone
Installation

Slide a Spirofil Hose Clamp P#(J0080) 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 2-11.

2-13 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 2-11). Tip:
Before securing clamp rotate hose counter-clockwise
(away from yourself) approximately 1” to aid in retaining
boot to mower deck.

Upper

Hose

Blower

Outlet

Inlet

Figure 2-11

Hose

Clamps

Hose

Clamps

Blower

Cone

Lower

Hose

Boot

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2-14 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 2-14.

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 2-14. 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.

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.

Figure 2-18

3

2

4

5

5

3

16

9

12

8

13

10

7

6

Taper-Lock Bushing

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Enlarged View

1

11

14

2-15 Weight Kit Installation

(1) 3/8”-16 x 2-1/4” x 1-3/4”

U-Bolt

(2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Locknuts

(1) 3/8”-16 x 2-1/4” x 1-3/4”

U-Bolt

(2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Locknuts

Figure 2-15a

Figure 2-15b

Classic

50” & 60”

Decks

Classic

72” Deck

(2) 3/8”-16 x 3-1/2”

HHCS

(2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Locknuts

NOTE: It is recommended that someone assist you in
the weight kit installation procedure.

For the 72” Deck - Attach the Left Weight Bracket
P#(B0962) and Right Weight Bracket P#(B0963) to the
front frame of the mower. Place each weight bracket
onto the frame tube and secure using (1) 3/8”-16 x 2-1/4”
x 1-3/4” U-Bolt P#(K1436) and (2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange
Lock nuts P#(K2038). Leave the hardware finger tight
so the position of the weight brackets can be adjusted
left or right if necessary. Refer to Figure 2-15a.

For the 50” & 60” Decks - Use Left Weight Bracket
P#(B0962) and Right Weight Bracket P#(B0383RT).
Refer to Figure 2-15b.

(2) 1/2”-13 U-Bolts

(4) 1/2”-13 Locknuts

Place Left Weight Bracket P#(B0962) onto the frame
and secure using (1) 3/8”-16 x 2-1/4” x 1-3/4” U-Bolt
P#(K1436) and (2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Locknuts
P#(K2038). Next, place Right Weight Bracket
P#(B0383RT) onto the front tubing, as shown in Figure
2-15b and secure using (2) 3/8”-16 x 3-1/2” HHCS and
(2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Locknuts P#(K2038). Leave the
hardware finger tight so the brackets can be adjusted left
or right if necessary.

Using two people, lift the weight bars P#(B2220) into
position. Secure the weight bars to the left and right
weight brackets using (2) 1/2”-13 x 4-1/4” u-bolts
P#(K0331) and (4) 1/2”-13 Ny-Flange locknuts
P#(K2012). NOTE: Before tightening all of the
hardware, make sure the weight bars are centered
between the weight brackets.

Weight

Bars

Weight
Bracket

(1) 3/8”-16 x 2-1/4” x 1-3/4”

(1) 3/8”-16 x 2-1/4” x 1-3/4”

(1) 3/8”-16 x 2-1/4” x 1-3/4”

U-Bolt

U-Bolt

U-Bolt

(2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Locknuts

(2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Locknuts

(2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Locknuts

Weight
Bracket

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2-16 Throttle Installation

Z-Bend

Figure 2-16c

Figure 2-16d

Throttle Base Plate

Throttle Spring

Plate

Throttle

Properly Assembled
Throttle Cable Kit

ROPS
or
Upper Frame Assy.

(1) 3/8”-16 U-Bolt

(2) 3/8”-16 Flange Nuts

Throttle Mount

Plate Assembly

Figure 2-16b

Figure 2-16a

To install the throttle kit assembly 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 Ny-Flange Locknuts P#(K2038)
(Figure 2-16a). 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 2-16b & c).

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

To fasten the throttle cable end to the engine, place
the throttle control lever into the “slow” position.
Rotate the engine throttle lever to the “slow” position.
Remove screw on the engine next to the “fast”
position. Attach the throttle cable sleeve clamp,
oriented with bent tab up and facing the engine, using
the 10-32 x 3/4” HHFS provided in the engine
hardware. Insert “Z” bend into the hole on the throttle
lever. Clamp the throttle cable sleeve to the engine
and tighten (Figure 2-16d). 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. The hole for the throttle cable may
be covered by the rubber sleeve.

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SECTION III

3-3 Disengagement Of The Blower

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.

3-2 Operation And Tips On Mowing

A. Perform BEFORE EACH USE the maintenance list
in paragraph 4-1.
B. Start the engine/blower/blade assembly.
C. Start the mower.
D. Engage the mower deck.

NOTE: If the collection system does not appear to be
collecting the grass clippings; disengage the deck,
engage the parking brake and turn the mower off, then
turn off the engine/blower/blade assembly. 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.

* 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.

A. Turn the engine/blower/blade assembly off.

WARNING: The blower will continue to spin. DO NOT
TOUCH the blower until the blades have come to a
complete stop.

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. Turn of the engine/blower/blade assembly.
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

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.

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

SECTION V

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

5. 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.

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.

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DOCUMENT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Unit Model Number:_______________________________________________
Unit Engine Size:__________________________________________________
Unit Serial Number:________________________________________________
Date of purchase:________/________/_________
Dealer/Distributor Name:__________________________________________
Address: _________________________________ State:_______ Zip:_______
Phone Number: ____________________________________________________

10 WALDEN DR

ARDEN, NORTH CAROLINA 28704

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

EMAIL: [e-mail]

WEBSITE: www.lawnvac.com

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.

# R2008

Part #: R1049

Part #: R1055

Part #: R1069

# R2007

Part #: R1057

Part #: R4037

Part #: R1054

Part #:R1051

Part #: R1070

Part #: R0025

Part #:R0022

Part #: R1053

Part #:R4054

Part #:R0021

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NOTES:

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PECOPECOPECO

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10 WALDEN DR.

ARDEN, NORTH CAROLINA 28704

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

EMAIL: [e-mail]

WEBSITE: www.lawnvac.com