Peco Pro 12 DFS 49621203 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

GRASS

COLLECTION

SYSTEM

Boss XL Series

Vac Model # 49621203

ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE

MANUAL PART#: Q0481 Rev. 3

2013 - 2017

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 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5
2-2 Lower Main Frame Bracket Installation - - - - - - - 6
2-3 PTO Mount Plate Component Installation- - - - - - 7
2-4 PTO Assembly Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
2-5 PTO Handle Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
2-6 Belt Installation And Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - 9
2-7 Cam Assembly Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10
2-8 Blower Cone Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10
2-9 Main Frame Assembly Installation - - - - - - - - - - 11
2-10 Lift Handle Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12
2-11 Aluminum Grass Container Installation- - - - - - - 13
2-12 Dump Mechanism Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - 13
2-13 Boot Plate Installation- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 14
2-14 Boot To Mower Deck Installation- - - - - - - - - - - 14
2-16 Length Of Hose Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15

SECTION PAGE

2-17 Upper Hose Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15
2-18 Lower Hose To Blower Cone Installation- - - - - - 15
2-19 Lower Hose To Boot Installation - - - - - - - - - - - 15
2-20 Impeller Blade Removal And Replacement - - - - 16
2-21 Weight Kit Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17
Exploded Views and Parts List - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18-24

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
Troubleshooting Collection System - - - - - - - - - - - - - 29

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 them quickly. READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL!

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

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

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

you.

6. Do not attempt to operate your machine when not in the driver’s seat.

7. Always shut off blades and engine when emptying the container.

8. Stop machine, shut off deck attachment, set parking brake, shut off engine and remove ignition key before

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

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

10. It is recommended that the container be emptied when half full while operating on 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 hearing protection.

13. Wear eye protection to prevent debris from getting into your eyes.

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2017 (v1.0)

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

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.

CAUTION

!

Black letters on YELLOW

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

It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

2017 (v1.0)

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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.

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rev1 2/15

SECTION I

PRESS

PRESS

INTRODUCTION AND 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 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 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.
Once the container is full, the operator can easily push
and raise the dump handle, opening the rear door on the
container and pivoting the box to the ground. Once
empty, the operator can easily lower and pull the dump
handle, pivoting the box back into position and closing
the door.

Section II

INSTALLATION FOR USE

2-1 Preparation Of Mower

Remove deck drive belt from the clutch pulley (refer to
your Country Clipper operator’s manual). 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

Figure 2-1b

D-drive Spacer

D-drive Spacer Removal

Support Bearing

Outer Race

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

Support Bearing

Inner Race

Engine Pulley Installation

Kawasaki FX801V / 27HP Kohler / 29HP Kohler

Use engine pulley assembly #25 P#(A1200), (1) 7/16”
lock washer P#(K0140), and 7/16”-20 x 4-1/2” hex bolt
P#(K0427).

Kawasaki FX1000V

Use engine pulley assembly #24 P#(A1176), (1) 7/16”
lock washer P#(K0140), and 7/16”-20 x 4-1/2” hex bolt
P#(K0427).

The added pulley will power the collection system. Note
that the center of the hub that is extended, should be
upward toward the engine (Figure 2-1d). Torque the bolt
to 55 ft./lbs. Please inspect that lock washer is

properly in place when the crankshaft bolt is fully
tightened.

Remove Bolt

Engine Bushing

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 2-1d

Engine Pulley

Number Is

Stamped On

The Pulley

Bushing Here

Hex Bolt

Electric Clutch

Engine Pulley

Assembly

Lock Washer

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2-2 Lower Main Frame Bracket

Top Rear Engine

Guard Bar

Bottom Rear Engine

Guard Bar

Installation

First, remove (2) existing top bolts 3/8”-16 x 1” FHCS
and (2) 3/8”-16 nyloc nuts that secure the top rear
engine guard bar. Also, remove the (2) existing 1/2”-13 x
2” FHCS and (2) 1/2”-13 nyloc nuts from the right side of
the top and bottom rear engine guard bars. Next,
remove the (1) existing 1/2”-13 x 2” FHCS and (1) 1/2”­13 nyloc nut from the left side of the top rear engine
guard bar. Secure the Lower Main Frame Bracket
P#(B0873) to the top engine guard bar using (2) 3/8”-16
x 1-1/4” HHCS P#(K1192) and (2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange
locknuts P#(K2038). Refer to Figure 2-2a.

Figure 2-2a

Secure the Left PTO Mount Plate P#(B0852) and Lower
Main Frame Bracket to the top and bottom rear engine
guard bars using (2) 1/2”-13 x 2-1/2” HHCS P#(K1235)
and (2) 1/2”-13 Ny-Flange locknuts P#(K2012). Secure
the left side of the main frame bracket to the top rear
engine guard bar and
battery mount box, using (1) 1/2”-13 x 2-1/2” HHCS
P#(K1235) and (1) 1/2”-13 Ny-Flange locknuts
P#(K2012) as shown in Figure 2-2b.

See Page 7, Figure 2-2c for completed assembly image.

(1) 1/2”-13 x 2-1/2”

Hex Bolt

Lower Main

Frame Bracket

(2) 3/8”-16 x 1-1/4”

Hex Bolts

Figure 2-2b

(2) 3/8”-16

Locknuts

1/2”-13

Locknut

(2) 1/2”-13

Locknuts

(2) 1/2”-13 x 2-1/2”

Hex Bolts

Left PTO

Mount Plate

(1) 1/2”-13

Locknut

Battery

Mount Box

(1) 1/2”-13 x 2-1/2”

Hex Bolt

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Lower Main

Frame Bracket

Figure 2-2c

2-3 PTO Mount Plate Components
Installation

Secure the right PTO mount plate P#(B0854) to the left
PTO mount plate, using (2) 3/8”-16 x 1” HHCS
P#(K1191) and (2) 3/8”-16 nylon flange locknuts
P#(K2038). Do not tighten the hardware completely.
Insert the PTO stop plate P#(B0736) between the left
and right PTO mount plates and secure using (4) 1/4”-20
x 3/4” HHCS P#(K1222) and (4) 1/4”-20 nylon flange
locknuts P#(K2014). Tighten all PTO component
hardware at this time. Refer to Figure 2-3b.

(2) 3/8”-16

Locknuts

(2) 1/4”-20 x 3/4”

Figure 2-3b

Hex Bolts

Left PTO

Mount Plate

Right PTO

Mount Plate

(1) 3/8”-16 x 1”

Hex Bolts

(2) 1/4”-20 x 3/4”

Hex Bolts

(1) 3/8”-16 x 1”

Hex Bolts

PTO Stop

Plate

(4) 1/4”-20

Locknuts

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2-4 PTO Assembly Installation

2-5 PTO Handle Installation

To mount the PTO assembly, insert the pivot rod on the
PTO assembly P#(A1950) into the mounting slots
located on the left & right PTO mount plates (Figure 2­4a). Tilt the PTO assembly upward and insert the PTO
mount pin P#(B0274) through the hole in the top of the
right PTO mount plate assembly. Secure the PTO mount
pin using 1/8” x 2-3/8” hair pin clip P#(K0086) as shown
in Figure 2-4b.

Note: Remove the gearbox pulley guard in preparation
for the belt installation. Refer to Figure 2-4a.

Figure 2-4a

PTO

Assembly

Mounting

Slot

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 2-5.

NOTE: The PTO Handle can be adjusted after
performing Step 2-8 to achieve proper belt adjustment.
To adjust the handle, remove (3) 1/4”-20 x 3/4” HHCS
P#(K1222) and (3) 1/4”-20 nylon flange locknuts
P#(K2014), rotate handle until positioned in the desired
location (while aligning holes) and reattach. The bolts
should be kept approximately 120 degrees apart to
ensure proper fastening.

Figure 2-5

Handle Grip

Remove

Gear Box

Pulley Guard

Figure 2-4b

Hair Pin

Clip

Pivot

Rod

Install PTO

Handle Here

PTO Handle

PTO

Mount Pin

(3) 1/4”-20 x 3/4” HHCS

(3) 1/4”-20 Nylon

Flange Locknut

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2-6 Belt Installation and Adjustment

Connect the belt A57K P#(M0256) from the engine
pulley to the lower gear box pulley (Figure 2-6d).

Loosen the (4) bolts P#(K1191), (2) on each side, that
secure the gear box assembly to the PTO assembly
P#(A1950) (Figure 2-6a and 2-6b).

Figure 2-6a

Loosen Bolts

Figure 2-6b

Figure 2-6d

Connect Belt

To Both Pulleys

To tension the drive belt, turn the adjustment bolt
clockwise (Figure 2-6e) 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 2-6e

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 2-6c.

Figure 2-6c

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 2-6f and 2-6g. Replace the belt guard and
hardware that was removed in Section 4.2-

Figure 2-6f

Tighten Bolts

Figure 2-6g

Tighten Bolts

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2-7 Cam Assembly Adjustment

2-8 Blower Cone Installation

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#(K0130) 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 engaged
(Figure 2-7).

Figure 2-7

Cam

Assembly

Thread (1) 5/16”-18 jam nut P#(K0120) onto each end of
(2) 5/16”-18 x 2-1/2” HHCS P#(K0125) as shown in
Figure 2-8a.

Figure 2-8a

Thread (1) Jam Nut

Onto Each 5/16”-18 Bolt

Now partially thread (1) bolt into each of the two
threaded bosses located on the blower housing. Place
blower cone so the two tabs line up with the bolts and
tighten completely as shown in Figure 2-8b.

Figure 2-8b

Threaded

Boss

Blower

Cone Tab

Cam Stop

Bolt

Tension

Rod

Once the (2) bolts are tight, tighten the jam nuts against
the threaded boss as shown in Figure 2-8c.

Figure 2-8c

(2nd) Tighten

Jam Nut

Refer to Figure 2-8d for proper blower cone installation
reference.

Figure 2-8d

(1st) Tighten

Bolt

10

Blower

Cone

2-9 Main Frame Assembly Installation

Secure the main frame assembly P#(A0601) to the lower
main frame bracket P#(B0873) using (4) 3/8”-16 x 1”
HHCS P#(K1191) and (4) 3/8”-16 nylon flange locknuts
P#(K2038). Refer to Figure 2-9.

Figure 2-9

(2) 3/8”-16 x 1”

Hex Bolts

Main Frame

Assembly

(4) 3/8”-16

Locknuts

(2) 3/8”-16 x 1”

Hex Bolts

Lower Main

Frame Bracket

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2-10 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 2-10a. Do not
tighten the nut fully at this time.

Figure 2-10a

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 2-10b, and secure using (1) 3/8”-16
flange nut P#(K1215) on the inside of the container as
shown in Figure 2-10c. Now test the movement of the
handle. It should have full-range of movement in the slot.
If the handle does not have full-range of movement,
adjust the 3/8”-16 flange nut from step 2-10a. Once
achieved, tighten the fasteners.

Slide Lift Handle Through

Handle Mount Bracket And

Fasten To Box Frame

Secure With

(1) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut

Figure 2-10b

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 2-10d,
using (1) 5/16”-24 hex nut P#(K1444) and (1) 5/16” lock
washer P#(K0043).

Latch Hook

Ball Joint

Latch Rod

Figure 2-10d

Attach the other end of the latch rod to the lift handle, as
shown in Figure 2-10e. Attach one 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
2-10f. 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 2-10e

Figure 2-10c

Use (1) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut

On The Inside Of The

Grass Container

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Secure With

(1) Cotter Pin

Figure 2-10f

Attach Spring To

Lift Handle And To

Handle Mount Bracket

2-11 Aluminum Grass Container
Installation

NOTE: It is recommended that (2) people 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
2-5/8” hair pin clip P#(K0088) per pivot pin (Figure 2­11b). 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 2-11b

Pivot

Pin

Washer

Figure 2-11a

Box Assembly

Hair Pin

Clip

2-12 Dump Mechanism Adjustment

The linkage may be adjusted in two places, at the
adjusting screw P#(K1435) and the latch assembly
items. See page 18 for visual clarification. To change the
door closure tightness, thread the adjusting screw
(Figure 2-12) in or out. To adjust the latch, change the
length of the latch rod by threading 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

Figure 2-12

Rue-Ring

Cotter Pin

Adjustment

Screw

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2-13 Boot Plate Installation

2-14 Boot To Mower Deck Installation

Secure the boot plate P#(B0820) to the aluminum boot
P#(E1902) using (2) 3/8”-16 x 1” carriage bolts
P#(K1182) and (2) 3/8”-16 nylon flange locknuts
P#(K2038). Insert the carriage bolts from the inside of
the boot so the threads are on the top of the boot. This
will prevent grass clippings from collecting on the
threads. Leave the hardware loose until the boot plate
has been attached to the mower deck. Refer to Figure 2

-13a and 2-13b for reference.

Figure 2-13a

Hair Pin

Clip

Remove the hardware from the grass deflector and
insert (1) boot rod P#(B4331) into the grass deflector
mounting holes as shown in Figure 2-13a. Secure the
boot rod using (1) hair pin clip P#(K0099). With the
carriage bolts from Section 2-13a still loose, adjust the
position of the boot so that there is no gap between the
mower deck and the boot. Tighten the hardware at this
time.

Boot Rod

Boot Plate

Aluminum

Boot

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(2) 3/8”-16 x 1”

Carriage Bolts

(2) 3/8”-16

Locknuts

Figure 2-13b

Boss XL

Mounting Holes

2-16 Length Of Hose Adjustment

The hoses in steps 2-17 and 2-18 must be cut to fit your
machine. Follow steps 2-17 and 2-18. Do not cut the
hoses until you have tried to fit them on your machine.
Remember that the hoses need to be long enough to
allow for the opening and closing of the collection
system, PTO blower housing engagement, as well as
allowing ample clamping surface between each
component.

2-17 Upper Hose Installation

Slide a pre-assembled hose clamp P#(J0060) onto both
ends of the 6” upper hose (Figure 2-19). Slide one
end of the 6” hose onto the plastic inlet P#(V1054).
Make sure there is about a two-inch overlap between the
hose end and the hose ring. Proceed to slide the
opposite end of the 6” hose onto the outlet of the blower
assembly. See (Figure 2-19) for details. Make sure both
ends of the hose are clearly attached to the inlet and the
blower assembly inlet. Tighten the hose clamps.

2-18 Lower Hose To Blower Cone
Installation

Slide a 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. Refer to
Figure 2-19.

2-19 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 2-19). Tip:
Before securing clamp rotate hose counter-clockwise
(away from yourself) approximately 1” to aid in retaining
boot to mower deck.

Note: For maximum collection system performance,
adjust the hose lengths (Step 2-19) to achieve the
smoothest transition between components. Avoid any
sharp bends in the upper and lower hoses.

Figure 2-19

Upper

Hose

Blower

Outlet

Inlet

Blower

Cone

Hose

Clamp

Lower

Hose

Hose

Clamp

Boot

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2-20 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 2-20.

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 2-20. 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 2-20

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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.

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5

2

3

12

9

8

13

10

7

6

Taper-Lock Bushing

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Enlarged View

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2-21 Front Weight Installation

Weight Bracket

Clamp

Before installing Weight Kit, remove the front step and

mounting hardware from the front caster assembly.
Reference your Country Clipper owner’s manual and
Figure 2-21a. Fasten the Weight Brackets P#(B0418)

and the Weight Bracket Clamps P#(B0834) to the front
casters using (4) 3/8”-16 x 1” Carriage Bolts P#(K1182)
and (4) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Locknuts P#(K2038). Tighten
bolts only finger tight at this point. Insert (3) Weight
Assemblies P#(A0852) into the Weight Mount Brackets.
Secure the Weight Assemblies using (2) 3/8” x 6-1/8”
Clevis Pins P#(K1624) and (2) hair pin clips P#(K0086).
Last, tighten the nuts on the Weight Bracket Clamps.
See Figure 2-21b for reference.

Figure 2-21b

Figure 2-21a

Remove

Front Step

Caster

Assembly

Weight

Assembly

Weight

Bracket

(2) 3/8”-16 x 1”

Carriage Bolts

(2) 3/8”-16 Locknuts

PER BRACKET

(1) Hair Pin Clip

(1) Clevis Pin

Front

Caster

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A0794

ALUMINUM GRASS

CONTAINER

EXPLODED VIEW

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A1841_01 PTO Arm Assembly

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A1941_01 PTO Base Assembly Exploded Parts View

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A1941_01 PTO Base Assembly Exploded Parts List

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A0623 PTO Assembly w/ Small Pulley Guard Exploded Parts View

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A1950 PTO Assembly w/ Heat Guard Exploded Parts View

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SECTION III

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

General Safety

Disengagement Of The PTO Assembly

PTO MODELS

A. To disengage the PTO assembly, move Bagger PTO
switch to the off position.

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

Operation And Tips On Mowing

PTO MODELS

A. Perform BEFORE EACH USE the maintenance list
in the next section.
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 the maintenance list
in the next section.
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 PTO assembly, then, engage the parking brake and
turn the mower off. Check upper and lower hoses for any
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 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.

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 the
Belt Installation section of the manual.

ENGINE DRIVEN MODELS

B. (Briggs & Stratton 900 Series) 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.

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.

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

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.

* 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.

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 instructions.

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.

Lubrication For PTO Models

Gearbox:

1. Every 20 hours of use: Check oil levels in gearbox.

2. First 60 hours of use: Change oil.

3. Every 100 hours of use: Change oil.

NOTE: Oil in gearbox should cover the gears. If not,
drain the gearbox and fill using an 80W-90 gear oil.
The gearbox ships with 6.0 oz. of oil, but we
recommend replacing with a measured 5.5 oz. to fill
the gearbox. DO NOT OVERFILL!

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. Under normal usage, the bag material is subject to
deterioration and wear and should therefore be
frequently checked for necessary replacement. Any
replacement bag should be checked to ensure
compliance with the original manufacturer’s
recommendations or specifications.

4. Check belt for proper tension.

Blower Assembly:
NOTE: The following is for older PTO models that
contain a greaseable zerc fitting. Newer models

contain maintenance-free bearings and are without
a greasable fitting.
.

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

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

NOTE: Use only white lithium based grease for
lubrication of the shaft on the blower assembly.

SECTION V - PARTS & SERVICE

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 New PECO, Inc. and include
the following information on the chart below.

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: ____________________________________________________

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Phone: [phone] | 828-684-1234

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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.

# R2008

Part #: R1049

Operation

TO DUMP GRASS: PUSH HANDLE OUT AND LIFT

Part #: R1055

Dump Grass

Part #: R1069

Warning - Turn Off Blower

R1055

# R2007

Part #: R1053

Caution - Keep Hands

And Body Clear

Part #: R1057

Red Reflector Label

Part #: R1054

Important - Hose Wear

Part #:R4008

Caution - Rotating Blades!

Part #: R1051

Warning - Hearing Protection

Part # R0024

Danger - Keep Hands

Clear

Part # R0025

Danger - Rotating

Blades

ENGAGEENGAGEENGAGE

ROTATE HANDLE

DISENGAGEDISENGAGEDISENGAGE

Part #:R1083

Engage/Disengage

PN R1083

PECOPECO

PECOPECOPECO

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PPPP

Part# R0022

Designed & Built

In The USA

Part #: R1070

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Problem

Possible Cause

Corrective Action

Abnormal Vibration

assembly

— Cutting blades are bent or

— Loose blower pulley or pulley

unbalanced

— Impeller blade out of balance

— Tighten the pulley

— Install new cutting blade

— Contact dealer to replace

Reduced collection system
performance

— Full collection bags

— Low engine speed

— Plugged screen

— Loose belt

system at full throttle

— Always operate collection

— Remove debris, leaves, or

— Replace/tighten belt

grass clippings from the
screen

Blower and hoses plugging too
frequently

— Grass is too long

— Grass is too wet

— Ground speed is too fast

— Loose belt

— Worn belt

— Collection bags are too full

— Low engine speed

system at full throttle

— Adjust the pulley and tighten

— Replace belt

belts

— Cut grass when it is dry

— Cut the grass several times

— Drive slower at full throttle

— Always operate collection

— Dump more frequently

Debris blowout

— Ground speed is too fast

— Collection bags are too full

— Plug/clog in the collection

system

— Dump more frequently

— Clean the collection system

— Drive more slowly at full

throttle

Impeller doesn’t rotate freely

— Plug in the blower housing

— Worn impeller blade

— Shaft bearings bad/failing

— Clean the blower housing

— Contact dealer to replace

— Contact dealer to replace

Troubleshooting

Collection System Performance

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