Peco Pro 12 DFS 49621204 Operator's Manual

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COMMERCIAL PTO - GRASS

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PECOPECO

PECO

COLLECTION SYSTEM

Model# 49621204

Charger

52 & 60” DECKS

MODEL YEAR:

2013-2018

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE

MANUAL PART#: Q0484

Rev: 1.0 - May 2018

GRASS COLLECTION SYSTEM

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

Safety - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2 Safety Alert Symbols- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3 Warranty - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4 I INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - - - - - - 5 Introduction- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5 Description - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5 II INSTALLATION FOR USE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5 Preparation Of Mower - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5 Right Frame Bracket Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6 Left Lower Main Frame Leg Installation - - - - - - - - - 7-8 Right Lower Main Frame Leg Installation - - - - - - - - 9 PTO Stop Plate Installation- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10 PTO Assembly & Handle Installation - - - - - - - - - - - 11 Belt Installation & Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12 Cam Assembly Adjustment- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13 Blower Cone Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13 Main Frame Assembly Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - 14 Lift Handle Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15 Aluminum Box Assembly Installation - - - - - - - - - - - 16 Dump Mechanism Adjustment- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16 Boot Plate Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17

SAFETY

SECTION PAGE

Length Of Hose Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18 Upper Hose Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18 Lower Hose To Blower Cone Installation - - - - - - - - - 18 Lower Hose To Boot Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18 Impeller Blade Removal And Replacement - - - - - - - 19 Weight Kit Installation/ Left Caster - - - - - - - - - - - - - 20 Weight Kit Installation/ Right Caster - - - - - - - - - - - - 21 Exploded Views and Parts List - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22-27 Overall Parts List - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 28 III OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 29 General Safety - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 29 Operation & Tips On Mowing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 29 Disengagement Of The Blower - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 29 Unloading The Collection System - - - - - - - - - - - - - 29 IV MAINTENANCE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 29 Maintenance Checklist - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 29-30 Lubrication - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 30 V PARTS AND SERVICE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 30 Parts And Service Information- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 30 Safety Decals - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 31 Torque Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 32

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.

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)

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, before the expiration of the original warranty period, whichever is later.

3. COMMERCIAL USE: Products put to personal use around a single household or residence is considered 'Residential'; Products put to any business use (agricultural, commercial, or industrial) or used at multiple locations is considered 'Commercial.' Products designated as 'Commercial' are warrantied for 12 months from the date of delivery of the product to the original purchaser when used for in commercial applications. Products designated as 'Residential' are warrantied for 90 days from the date of delivery of the product to the original purchaser when in commercial applications.

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. at 10 Walden Drive, 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. PRODUCTS USED FOR RENTAL OR LEASE PURPOSES ARE WARRANTIED FOR 45 DAYS

FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL SALE ONLY

H. REMEDIED EXCLUSIVE

The only remedies the purchaser has in connection with the breach or performance of any warranty on New PECO, Inc. consumer products are set forth above. In no event will PECO be liable for special incidental or consequential damages.

1. NO SERVICE CENTER WARRANTY The selling Service Center makes no warranty on his own on any item warranted by New PECO, Inc. unless he delivers to purchaser a separate written warranty certificate specifically warranting the item. The dealer has no authority to make any representation or promise on behalf of PECO or to modify the terms of this warranty in any way.

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SECTION I

PRESS

INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION

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.

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.

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

Figure 2-1b

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

Figure 2-1c

Section II

INSTALLATION FOR USE

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

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.

Engine Pulley Installation

For Kawasaki FX801V and 27HP Kohler, replace these parts with the engine pulley P#(M0266) and bushing number 6 P#(S0191), 7/16” lock washer P#(K0140), and 7/16”-20 x 3-1/2” hex bolt P#(K0550). 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.

Figure 2-1d

Engine Pulley

Number Is

Stamped On

The Pulley

Bushing Here

Hex Bolt

Electric Clutch

Engine Pulley

Assembly

Lock Washer

Right Frame Bracket Installation

First, remove the pre-existing hardware on the right hand side panel of the mower. Refer to Figure A.

Next, align the middle bolt holes of each set of holes on the left side of the Rt. Frame Bracket (Item #1) to those located on the mower’s right hand side panel.

Secure the Rt. Frame Bracket (Item #1) to the right hand side panel using (2) 3/8”-16 x 1” HHCS (Item #5), (2) 3/8” Ny-Flange Lock Nuts (Item #6), (1) 1/2”-13 x 1” HHCS (Item #2), (1) 1/2”-13 x 2” HHCS (Item #3) and (2) 1/2”-13 NyFlange Lock Nuts (Item #4). Refer to Figure B.

Figure A

Remove

Hardware

Figure B

Remove

Hardware

Left Lower Main Frame Leg Installation

First, unhook the mower’s spring and remove the spring mount plate and its hardware from the left hand side panel and set the spring mount plate aside. Next, remove the remaining hardware from the left hand side panel. Refer to Figure A.

Align the bolt holes of the Left Lower Main Frame Leg (Item #1) to those located on the mower’s left hand side panel.

Secure the Lt. Lwr. Main Frame Leg (Item #1) to the left hand side panel using (2) 3/8”-16 x 1” HHCS (Item #4), (2) 3/8” Flat Washers (Item #5), (2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts (Item #6), (1) 1/2”-13 x 1” HHCS (Item #2) and (1) 1/2”13 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts (Item #3). Refer to Figure B.

Figure A

Remove

Hardware

Figure B

Spring Mount

Plate

Left Lower Main Frame Leg Installation (Continued)

Align the spring mount plate, removed from eariler, to the bottom (2) bolt holes of the Lt. Lwr. Main Frame Leg. Secure the spring mount plate to the Lt. Lwr. Main Frame Leg by using (2) 1/2”-13 x 2” HHCS (Item #7) and (2) 1/2”13 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts (Item #8). Refer to Figure C.

Figure C

7 8

Lt. Lwr. Main

Frame Leg

Spring Mount

Plate

Right Lower Main Frame Leg & PTO Mount Plates Installation

Position the Rt. Lower Main Frame Leg (Item #3) over the Rt. Frame Bracket and loosely secure the Rt. Lower Main Frame Leg by using (2) 3/8”-16 x 1-1/4” HHCS (Item #7), (2) 3/8” Flat Washers (Item #8) and (2) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts (Item #9). Refer to Figure A.

Next, align the Lt. PTO Mount Plate (Item #1) to the Rt. Frame Bracket and the Rt. Lower Main Frame Leg. Secure the Lt. PTO Mount Plate by loosening and replacing the Ny-Flange Lock Nut securing the Rt. Lower Main Frame Leg then using (1) 1/2”-13 x 2” HHCS (Item #4) and (1) 1/2”-13 Ny-Flange Lock Nut (Item #6). Refer to Figure A.

Align the Rt. PTO Mount Plate (Item #2) to the Rt. Frame Bracket and the Rt. Lower Main Frame Leg. Secure the Rt. PTO Mount Plate by loosening and replacing the Ny-Flange Lock Nut securing the Rt. Lower Main Frame Leg then using (1) 1/2”-13 x 1-1/2” HHCS (Item #5) and (1) 1/2”-13 Ny-Flange Lock Nut (Item #6). Refer to Figure A.

Figure A

Rt. Frame

Bracket

PTO Stop Plate Installation

Position the PTO Stop Plate (Item #1) in between the Left and the Right PTO Mount Plates. Align the bolt holes of the PTO Stop Plate to those of the Left and Right PTO Mount Plates.

Secure the PTO Stop Plate by using (4) 1/4”-20 x 3/4” HHCS and (4) 1/4”-20 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts. Refer to Figure A.

Figure A

PTO Assembly & Handle Assembly Installation

Item # Pa rt # Desc. Qty.

1 A0626 PTO ENGAGE. HANDLE ASSY. 1 2 J0522 HANDLE GRIP, ROUN D BLACK .800 ID 1 3 K1222 1/4"-20 X 3/4" HHCS 3 4 K2014 1/4"-20 Ny-Flange Lock Nut 3

To mount the PTO Assembly, insert the Pivot Rod on the PTO Assembly P#(A1623) into the mounting slots located on the Left & Right PTO Mount Plates (Figure A). 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) 1/8” Hair Pin Clip P#(K0086) as shown below.

Note: Remove the gearbox pulley guard in preparation for the belt installation. Refer to Figure A.

To install the PTO Handle (Item#1), attach the PTO Handle to the PTO Assembly using (3) 1/4”-20 x 3/4” HHCS (Item#3) and (3) 1/4”-20 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts (Item#4). Attach the Handle Grip (Item#2) to the PTO Handle. Refer to Figure B

NOTE: The PTO Handle can be adjusted after achieving proper belt adjustment. To adjust the handle, remove (3) 1/4”-20 x 3/4” HHCS (Item#3) and (3) 1/4”-20 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts (Item#4), rotate handle until positioned in the desired location (while aligning holes) and replace the hardware. The bolts should be kept approximately 120 degrees apart to ensure proper fastening.

Figure A

Figure B

A1142

PTO Mount Pin P#(B0274) and Hair Pin Clip P#(K0086)

Remove Gear Box Pulley Guard

Pivot Rod

Belt Installation & Adjustment

Connect the belt A56K P#(M0255) from the engine pulley to the lower gear box pulley (Figure D).

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

Figure A

Loosen Bolts

Figure B

Figure D

Connect Belt

To Both Pulleys

To tension the drive belt, turn the adjustment bolt clockwise (Figure E) 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 E

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 C.

Figure C

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 F and G. Replace the belt guard and hardware that was removed in the previous step.

Figure F

Tighten Bolts

Figure G

Tighten Bolts

Cam Assembly Adjustment

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 A).

Figure A

Cam

Assembly

Cam Stop

Bolt

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) as shown in Figure B.

Figure B

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 C.

Figure C

Blower

Cone Tab

Tension

Rod

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

Figure D

(1st) Tighten

Bolt

(2nd) Tighten

Jam Nut

Refer to Figure E for proper Blower Cone installation.

Figure E

Threaded

Boss

Blower

Cone

Main Frame Assembly Installation

Align the Main Frame Assembly (Item #1) to the Lt. Lwr. Main Frame Leg and the Rt. Lwr. Main Frame Leg. Secure the Main Frame Assembly by using (4) 3/8”-16 x 1-1/4” HHCS (Item #2) and (4) 3/8”-16 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts (Item #3). Refer to Figure A.

Figure C

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 A. Do not tighten the Nut fully at this time.

Figure A

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 B, and secure using (1) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut P#(K1215) on the inside of the container as shown in Figure C. 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. Once achieved, tighten the fasteners.

Secure With

(1) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut

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 D, using (1) 5/16”-24 Hex Nut P#(K1444) and (1) 5/16” Lock Washer P#(K0043).

Latch Hook

Ball Joint

Latch Rod

(1) 5/16”-24 Hex Nut

(1) 5/16” Lock Washer

Figure D

Attach the other end of the Latch Rod to the Lift Handle, as shown in Figure E. 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 F. 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).

Figure E

Slide Lift Handle Through

Handle Mount Bracket And

Fasten To Box Frame

Figure C

Use (1) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut

On The Inside Of The

Grass Container

Figure B

Attach Latch Rod

To Lift handle

Secure With

(1) Cotter Pin

Figure F

Attach Spring To

Lift Handle And To

Handle Mount Bracket

Aluminum Box Assembly Installation

NOTE: It is recommended that two extra people assist

in mounting the Box Assembly. Two can lower the Box 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 B). 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 Box Assembly should open and the Box should pivot clockwise towards the ground.

Figure B

Pivot

Washer

Figure A

Box Assembly

Hair Pin

Clip

Dump Mechanism Adjustment

The mechanism may be adjusted in three places, at the Adjusting Screw P#(K1435), at the Latch Hook Pivot Bolt and the linkage Ball Joint. To change the door closure tightness, thread the Adjusting Screw (Figure C) in or out or by adjusting the Latch Hook Pivot Bolt within its’ mounting slot. To adjust the Latch Hook closure angle, thread the Linkage Ball Joint in or out.

Figure C

Adjusting

Screw

Attach

Here

Rue-Ring

Cotter Pin

Boot Installation

Secure the Boot Plate P#(B0820) to the Aluminum Boot P#(E1902A) 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 A and B for reference.

Remove the hardware from the grass deflector and insert (1) Boot Rod P#(B4331) into the grass deflector mounting holes as shown in Figure A. Secure the Boot Rod using (1) Hair Pin Clip P#(K0099). With the Carriage Bolts 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.

Figure A

Boot Rod

Hair Pin

Aluminum

Figure B

Clip

Boot

Boot Plate

(2) 3/8”-16 x 1”

Carriage Bolts

(2) 3/8”-16

Locknuts

Challenger

Mounting Holes

Charger

Mounting Holes

Length Of Hose Adjustment

The hoses in the following steps must be cut to fit your machine. 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 as well as allowing ample clamping surface between each component.

Lower Hose To Blower Cone Installation

Slide a Hose Clamp P#(J0080) over both ends of the Lower Hose. Secure one end of the Lower Hose to the Blower Cone and fasten by tightening the Hose Clamp.

Upper Hose Installation

Slide a Hose Clamp P#(J0060) over one end of the 6” Upper Hose. Secure this end of the 6” Upper Hose to the Blower Outlet. See Figure below for details. Secure opposite end of the 6” Upper Hose to the Inlet. Make sure both ends are securely fastened by tightening the Hose Clamp and rotating the Inlet Snap Fastener towards the hose to lock in place.

Figure A

Inlet

Lower Hose To Boot Installation

Take the unattached end of the Lower Hose and secure it to the circular end of the Boot and fasten by tightening the Hose Clamp.

Tip: Before securing Hose Clamp fully, rotate Lower Hose counter-clockwise (away from yourself) approximately 1” to aid in retaining Boot to mower deck.

Upper

Hose

Blower

Outlet

Blower

Cone

Hose

Clamp

Lower

Hose

Clamp

Boot

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 A.

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 A

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.

Taper-Lock Bushing

Enlarged View

Weight Kit Installation / Left Caster

NOTE: This Assembly Installation is intended for the Left Caster of the mower.

Position the Quad Weight Bracket Base (Item#1) under the caster tubing w/ opening towards caster fork. Next, position the Weight Bracket Clamp (Item#2) on top of caster tubing w/ opening towards caster fork.

Align the (4) holes of the Weight Bracket Clamp (Item#2) to the holes in the Quad Weight Bracket Base (Item#1). Loosely fasten the Weight Bracket Clamp (Item#2) to the Weight Bracket Base (Item#1) using (4) 5/16"-18 x 3" Bolts (Item#4) & (4) 5/16"-18 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts (Item#5).

Position the Weight Bracket Base and the Weight Bracket Clamp assembly along the caster tubing to prevent interference from caster forks or any other objects. Tighten the fasteners in an 'X’ pattern until assembly is firmly clamped to caster tubing. Do not over tighten which may result in bending Weight Bracket Clamps (Item#3).

To Install the Weights, insert (2) Weights (Item#3) Into the Weight Bracket Base (Item#2) & align the holes of the Weights w/ the holes of the Weight Bracket Base (Item#2). Fasten the Weights (Item#1) to the Weight Bracket Base Using (1) Clevis Pin (Item#6) & (1) Hair Pin Clip (Item#7) per weight. Repeat for additional Weights.

Refer to the Figure Below.

Figure A

Weight Kit Installation / Right Caster

Item # Part # Desc. Qty.

1 B1014 Dual Weight Bracket / Base 1 2 B1015 Weight Bracket / Clamp 1 3 Y0025 28 lb. Suitcase Weight 2 4 K1472 HHCS 5/16"-18 x 3" GR5 4 5 K2516 Ny-Flange Lock Nut 5/16"-18 4 6 K1473 Clevis Pin 1/2" x 3" 2 7 K1478 Hair Pin Cotter / Double Loop 2

NOTE: This Assembly Installation is intended for the Right Caster of the mower.

Position the Dual Weight Bracket Base (Item#1) under the caster tubing w/ opening towards caster fork. Next, position the Weight Bracket Clamp (Item#2) on top of caster tubing w/ opening towards caster fork.

Align the (4) holes of the Weight Bracket Clamp (Item#2) to the holes in the Dual Weight Bracket Base (Item#1). Loosely fasten the Weight Bracket Clamp (Item#2) to the Weight Bracket Base (Item#1) using (4) 5/16"-18 x 3" Bolts (Item#4) & (4) 5/16"-18 Ny-Flange Lock Nuts (Item#5).

To Install the Weights, insert (1) Weight (Item#3) Into the Weight Bracket Base (Item#2) & align the holes of the Weight w/ the holes of the Weight Bracket Base (Item#2). Fasten the Weight (Item#1) to the Weight Bracket Base Using (1) Clevis Pin (Item#6) & (1) Hair Pin Clip (Item#7) per weight. Repeat for additional Weights.

Refer to the Figure Below.

Figure A

A0794

ALUMINUM GRASS

CONTAINER

EXPLODED VIEW

PTO Parts Exploded View/List

A1841_01 PTO Arm Assembly

Exploded Parts View

A1941_01 PTO Base Assembly

PTO Parts View/List

A1941_01 PTO Base Assembly

PTO Parts View/List

A0623 PTO Assembly

PTO Parts Exploded View/List

A1950 PTO Assembly w/ Heat Guard

SECTION III

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

General Safety

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

A. Perform BEFORE EACH USE the maintenance list referenced in Section IV.

B. Start mower.

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

D. While seated in the operator’s seat, move Bagger PTO switch to the on position. With the PTO assembly engaged, you can proceed to operate the control levers of the mower.

NOTE: If the collection system does not appear to be collecting the grass clippings, disengage the deck and PTO assembly, 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.

Disengagement Of The PTO Assembly

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

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.

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.

* 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.

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.

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.

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

Lubrication

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: ____________________________________________________

10 Walden Dr | Arden, North Carolina 28704

Phone: 1-800-438-5823 | 828-684-1234

New PECO, Inc.

Fax: 828-684-0858

Email: peco@lawnvac.com

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

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

PPPP

Part# R0022

Designed & Built

In The USA

Part #: R1070

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NOTES

PECOPECO

PECOPECOPECO

PPP

ARDEN, NORTH CAROLINA 28704

(800) 438-5823 OR (828) 684-1234 FAX: (828) 684-0858

100 AIRPORT ROAD

EMAIL: peco@lawnvac.com

WEBSITE: www.lawnvac.com

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