Scag 37621219, 37621220 User Manual

PECOPECO

PECOPECOPECO

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MODEL# 37621219 & 37621220

SCAG TURF TIGER SERIES MOWER

GRASS COLLECTION

SYSTEM

DESIGNED FOR:

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE

MANUAL PART#: Q0344 $4.00 REV: 1

PECO GRASS COLLECTION SYSTEM

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

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

I INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION - - ------------5

1-1 Introduction - ------------------------5
1-2 Description - ------------------------5

II INSTALLATION FOR USE ----------------------5

2-1 Preparation Of Mower ------------------5
2-2 Top Main Frame Assembly Installation- - ------5
2-3 Lift Handle Installation ------------------6
2-4 Aluminum Grass Container Installation - ------6
2-5 Mechanism Adjustment -----------------6
2-6 Exhaust Diverter Installation - - ------------6
Exploded Parts Views And Assemblies ----------7-9
2-7 Mount Tube Assembly Installation ----------10
2-8 Engine Mount Arm Installation - ------------10
2-9 Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly Instatllation ----10
2-10 Boot Installation - - - ------------------10

Safety

SECTION PAGE

2-11 Blower Cone Installation ----------------11
2-1 Impeller Blade Removal/Replacement - ------

211
2-13 The Length Of Hose Adjustment-----------12
2-14 Upper Hose Installation ----------------12
2-15 Lower Hose To Blower Cone Installation------12

Lower Hose To Boot Installation -----

2-16 ------12

Front Weight Installation

2-17 ----------------12
2-18 Throttle Cable Installation - - - ------------13

III OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ------------------14

3-1 General Safety -----------------------14
3-2 Operation & Tips On Mowing- - ------------14
3-3 Unloading The Collection System -----------14

IV MAINTENANCE----------------------------14

4-1 Maintenance Checklist ------------------14

V PARTS AND SERVICE -----------------------15

5-1 Parts And Service Information - ------------15
Safety Decals - - ------------------------16
Torque Specifications - - - ------------------17

1.

Read the operator’s manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the proper use of your attachment. Do not allow
anyone who is not acquainted with the Safety Instructions to use your attachment.

2.

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

3.

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

4.

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

5.

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

6.

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

7.

Always stop unit when emptying the container.

8.

Stop unit, shut off deck attachment, set parking brake, shut off mower engine and remove spark plug wire before
removing clogs, removing or replacing hose, boot, blower cone, or performing any maintenance.

9.

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

10.

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

11.

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

12.

Wear ear protection if the noise level is offensive.

13.

Wear eye protection to prevent debris from damaging your eyes.

2

SAFETY

WARNING!

vacuum collector adapter are fastened securely in place.

WARNING!

blades and the blower impeller have stopped rotating.

WARNING!

STOPPING THE MOWER’S ENGINE AND WAITING FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A
COMPLETE STOP.

WARNING!

across the face. attempt to mow excessively steep slopes, and use caution when turning on any slope.

NEVER

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

To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the vacuum collector;

Set the parking brake. Always remove the ignition key before beginning maintenance.

For your own personal safety, mow and the face of slopes and

NEVER

operate the unit unless the discharge guard and either the deflector assembly or the

ONLY AFTER

ALWAYS UP DOWN NEVER

Safety Alert Symbol

“ATTENTION! BECOME

!

This Safety Alert Symbol means:

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 and are used on the equipment safety signs. These words are
intended to alert the viewer to the existence and the degree of hazard seriousness.

!

!

Black letters on ORANGE

!

Black letters on YELLOW

DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION

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

DANGER

White letters on RED

WARNING

CAUTION

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

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

It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

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

It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

3

PECO LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW PRODUCTS

A. WHAT IS WARRANTED?

PECO extends the following warranties to the original purchaser of each new PECO consumer product subject
to the following limitations:

1. PRODUCT WARRANTY:

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.

DEFECTIVE PARTS MUST BE RETURNED TO PECO FOR INSPECTION TO DETERMINE
VALIDITY OF WARRANTY CLAIMS.

2. PARTS REPLACED DURING WARRANTY:

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 PECO Inc., 100 Airport Road, Arden, NC 28704 before any warranty adjustment can be authorized.
At the time of requesting warranty adjustment, the purchaser must present evidence for 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 PECO Inc., under this warranty, shall be terminated if products are altered or modified in ways
not approved by 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 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, PECO

Inc. makes no other warranties

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 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 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.

Any part of any consumer product, which is defective in material or workmanship as

ALL

Freight and mailing will be borne by the customer.

Any new PECO part which is furnished in performance of this

AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED

4

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:

or bottom are as viewed from the normal operator’s
position on the mower.

all references made to right, left, front, rear, top

1-2 Description

The 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 good for picking up
leaves and twigs in pre-season and post-season clean­up.

Note: If equipped with a Donaldson air cleaner, unit
must be rotated to make clearance for top main frame
assembly.
To rotate Donaldson air cleaner, loosen bolt on air
cleaner bracket, rotate air cleaner forward as needed for
clearance as shown in Figure 2-1, and tighten.

Figure 2-1.

Loosen Bolt To Rotate
Air Cleaner

Donaldson Air Cleaner
Rotated To Forward
Position

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 up to the
aluminum container mounted over the rear portion of the
frame. The operator can engage the
engine/blower/blade assembly by starting the 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.

Section II

INSTALLATION FOR USE

2-1 Preparation Of Mower

Carefully dismantle wooden shipping crate from around
the components. Cut retaining straps and separate the
parts. The collection system will have various parts
located inside. Remove and sort all parts for easy
identification.

NOTE:

the exploded drawings on pages 7, 8 and 9.

before each step of assembly it will help to study

2-2 Top Main Frame Assembly
Installaton

Place the main frame assemby P#(A0923) onto the
rear of the mower and fasten by using (3) 3/8”-16 x 1”
HHCS P#(K1191) and (3) 3/8”-16 flange nuts P#(K1215)
per side. See Figure 2-2 for details.

Main Frame Assembly

Figure 2-2.

5

(3) 3/8”-16 x 1” HHCS
(3) 3/8”-16 Flange Nuts

Per Leg.

2-3 Lift Handle Installation

The various parts of the handle assembly P#(A0273)
must be attached to the container frame. Page 7 shows
the orientation and location of the components. Slide the
lift handle into the slot in the handle mount bracket
P#(B1730) on the grass container. It may be necessary
to remove the handle grip P#(J0522) to allow the handle
to fit through the slot.

Before attaching the handle, hook one end of the spring
P#(J0176) into the hole on the underside of the handle.
Hook the other end of the spring into the open hole in
the handle mount bracket. Fasten the handle to the
grass container frame by using (1) 3/8”-16 x 2” HHCS
P#(K1208) and (2) 3/8”-16 flange nuts P#(K1215). At this
point the handle can pivot back and forth in the slot of
the handle mount bracket. With the handle in place,
fasten the ball joint P#(K1442) to the end of the latch rod
P#(A0260) (Page 7). Tighten to approximately half way
down the threads of the latch rod. Slide the ball joint into
the hole on the latch hook P#(B1529). Use (1) 5/16”-24
hex nut P#(K1444) and (1) 5/16” lock washer P#(K0043)
to fasten the ball joint to the latch hook. Attach the
opposite end of the latch rod into the handle. Fasten the
rod to the handle by using (1) 3/32” x 3/4” cotter pin
P#(K0094). Adjust the rod to allow the hook to close the
box door completely.

Refer to pages 7 and 8 for exploded parts drawings and
photographs of the complete assembly.
.

2-4 Aluminum Grass Container
Installation

NOTE:

mounting the container.

With three people available, two can lower the container
onto the frame while the third person inserts the pivot
pins P#(K0172) through the holes. Insert the pins from
the outside to the inside. Secure with (1) 5/8” washer
P#(K0058) and (1) 5/32” x 2-5/8” hair pin clip P#(K0088)
per pivot pin (Figure 2-4).

It is recommended that (3) people assist in

Figure 2-4.

Pivot Pins

2-5 Dump Mechanism Adjustment

The linkage may be adjusted in two places, at the
adjusting screw P#(K1435) and the latch assembly
items. See page 7 for visual clarification. To change the
door closure tightness, screw the adjusting screw 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.

2-6 Exhaust Diverter installation

Mount the exhaust diverter P#(J0270) to the muffler pipe
using the exhaust diverter clamp kit P#(X0164) as
shown in Figure 2-6.

Figure 2-6.

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 (Page 7).
The door of the container should open and the box
should pivot clockwise towards the ground.

Exhaust
Diverter

Exhaust Diverter
Clamp Kit

6

Lift Handle Assembly

Aluminum Grass Container Assembly

Aluminum Grass Container
With Handle Attached

Latch Hook Mechanism Assembly

7

Aluminum Grass
Container

Exploded View

Screen Support

(1) C0029

(1) C0025
Box Top

(1) B8113
Screen

(1) A0938
Box/Door

Frame

(1) V1131

Plastic Door

(1) B3688

Upper Door

Member

(1) C0023

Box Back &

Sides

(1) C1184

Fill Gage

(1) B1730

Handle Mount

(1) V1054
Inlet

(2) B2526
Linkage Rod

(1) K1442
Adjusting Ball Joint

(4) B1668
Inlet Clamp

(1) A0273
Box Handle

(1) J0522
Handle Grip

(1) J0176
Latch Spring

(2) K1422
Adjusting Nut

(1) A0260
Latch Rod

(2) K1435
Adjusting Screw

(1) A0738

Door Frame

Assembly

(2) B1574

Pivot Bracket

(2) K1418

Linkage Pin

Base Frame
Pivot Mount

(1) B1727

8

(1) A0087
Latch Hook
Pivot Plate

(1)C0024
Box Bottom

(1) B1529
Latch Hook

(1) B1750
Base Frame

A0675 UNIT ASSY.

(1)

A0794

12 CU. FT.

BOX ASSY.

(1)

A0923

MAIN FRAME

ASSY.

(1)

V1054

6” PLASTIC

INLET

(1)

6” x 39”

UPPER

HOSE

(1)

8” x 44”

LOWER

HOSE

(1)

A0294

LONG THROTTLE

KIT FOR (6HP)

OR

(1)

A0060

LONG THROTTLE

KIT FOR (5.5HP)

(1)

E6009

8” BLOWER

CONE

(1)

HB0251

HARDWARE

BAG

(2)
J6006
7” - 8”

HOSE CLAMPS

(1)

A00019

ENGINE MOUNT

ARM ASSY.

(1)

(1)

ENGINE/

BLOWER/

BLADE ASSY.

A0273

BOX HANDLE

ASSY.

A0674 WEIGHT KIT A0664 BOOT KIT

(1)

HB0138

HARDWARE

BAG

(1)

B2220

WEIGHT

(2)

B0026

WEIGHT

BRACKET

(1)

HB0247

HARDWARE

BAG

9

(1)

B0309

BOOT

PLATE

(1)

A0416

OUTER ENGINE

MOUNT ASSY.

(1)

E0012

BOOT

2-7 Mount Tube Assembly Installation

Remove the (4) carriage bolts and (4) nuts from the rear
plate. See Figure 2-7a. Remove the mower’s rear plate
and secure the outer engine mount assembly P#(A0416)
to the rear of the mower using the existing (4) bolts and
nuts. See Figure 2-7b.

Figure 2-7a.

Remove (4)
Bolts And
(4) Nuts

Remove

Plate

Figure 2-7b.

2-9 Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly
Installation

Place the engine/blower/blade assembly onto the engine
mount arm assembly (Figure 2-9). Secure the
engine/blower/blade assembly to the engine mount arm
assembly by using (4) 5/16"-18 x 1-1/2" hex bolts
P#(K1157) and (4) 5/16"-18 flange nuts P#(K1178).

Engine/Blower/Blade

Figure 2-9.

Assembly

(4) 5/16"-18 x 1-1/2" Bolts
(4) 5/16"-18 Flange Nuts

Outer Engine

Mount Assy.

2-8 Engine Mount Arm Installation

Slide the engine mount arm assembly P#(A0318) (Figure
2-8) into the outer engine mount assembly. Secure the
engine mount arm assembly using (1) detent pin
P#(J0248).

Figure 2-8.

2-10 Boot Installation

Mounting The Boot Plate

To mount the boot plate P#(B0309) to the boot
P#(E0012) use (2) 3/8”-16 x 1” carriage bolts P#(K1182)
and (2) 3/8”-16 flange nuts P#(K1215).

NOTE:

plate together, that the head of the bolt is placed from
the inside of the boot. This will prevent grass from
collecting on the bolts.

To install the boot plate and boot to the deck, lift boot
plate assembly to a 45 degree angle and slide bent tabs
under the deflector shield as shown in Figure 2-10.
Adjust boot as needed to insure proper fit.

The boot plate will allow you to switch from collection to
discharge in seconds.

Figure 2-10.

Make certain when bolting the boot and boot

(2) 3/8”-16 x 1 Carriage Bolts
(2) 3/8”-16 Flange Nuts

(1) Detent Pin

Engine Mount

Arm Assembly

Boot

Boot Plate

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2-11 Blower Cone Installation

Thread (1) 5/16”-18 jam nut P#(K0120) onto each end of
(2) 5/16”-18 x 2-1/2” HHCS P#(K0125). Now partially
thread the bolts into each of the two tabs located on the
blower housing. Place blower cone so the two tabs line up
with the bolts then tighten completely. See Figure 2-11.

Blower Housing Tabs

Figure 2-11.

2-12 Impeller Blade
Removal/Replacement

To Remove:

(#2) and spacer (#3) from the taper-lock bushing (#5).
See Figure 2-12. Next remove the (2) 1/4”-20 bolts (#4)
and place them into the threaded holes of the taper-lock
bushing (next to the holes they were removed from).
Gradually thread each bolt evenly into the taper-lock
bushing, forcing the blade to break-away from the taper­lock bushing. If the impeller will not move, hit the base of
the impeller, between each vein, with a hammer, then try
again.

To Replace

Slide the taper-lock bushing on to the engine shaft and
into the impeller blade, aligning the holes
of the taper-lock bushing to the threaded holes of the
impeller blade. Fasten by using (2) 1/4”-20 HHCS
Grade #8 bolts, (1) spacer washer and (1) HHCS bolt w/
washer. Torque to the proper specifications in the torque
chart on the back of this manual. Next, rotate the
impeller blade to insure that the blade is clear of contact
on all sides of the blower housing.

First remove the center bolt (#1), washer

Place impeller blade over the engine shaft.

:

non-threaded

Blower Cone

3

2

1

(2) 5/16”-18 x 2-1/2”
All Thread HHCS And
(2) 5/16” Jam Nuts

IMPELLER BLADE

4

Figure 2-12.

5

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2-13 Length Of Hose Adjustment

2-16 Lower Hose To Boot Installation

The hoses in steps 2-14 and 2-15 must be cut to fit your
machine. Follow steps 2-14 and 2-15. 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
allow for enough clamping surface between the inlet,
blower assembly, and the deck boot, but have to remain
short enough to prevent hose “kinks”.

2-14 Upper Hose Installation

Slide a 5”-6” upper hose clamp P#(J6011) onto both
ends of the 6” upper hose (Figure 2-15). Then slide one
end of the 6” hose onto the inlet. Make sure there is
about a two-inch overlap between the hose end and the
container inlet. Proceed to slide the opposite end of the
6” hose onto the outlet of the blower assembly. See
Figure 2-15 for details. Make sure both ends of the hose
are clearly attached to the inlet and the blower assembly
inlet. Tighten the hose clamps.

2-15 Lower Hose To Blower Cone
Installation

Slide a 7”-8” hose clamp P#(J6006) 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 2-15.

Figure 2-15.

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 2-16). Tip:
Before securing clamp rotate hose counter-clockwise
(away from yourself) approximately 1” to add in retaining
boot to mower deck.

Figure 2-16.

Lower Hose

Clamp

Boot

2-17 Front Weight Installation

Place (1) weight bracket P#(B0026) over each front
caster. Fasten each weight bracket to the front caster
loosely, by using (1) 3/8”-16 x 3-1/2” u-bolt P#(K1119)
and (2) 3/8”-16 flange nuts P#(K1215) per bracket.
When installing the weight you should have another
person help position the weight onto a floor jack. Using
the floor jack will make installing the weight much easier.
Lift the weight up to the top side of the weight brackets.
Fasten the weight to the weight brackets by using (1) ½”­13 u-bolt P#(K0331) and (2) ½”-13 flange nuts
P#(K1246) per bracket. Once the weight is secure
tighten all nuts. Use Figure 2-17 for more detail.

Blower

Cone

Lower Hose

Figure 2-17.

Front Caster

Inlet

Upper Hose

Boot

Weight

(2) Weight

Bracket

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2-18 Throttle Cable Installation

To install the throttle cable kit to the box assembly, align
the large end of the slot in the throttle base plate (Figure
2-18a) with the rivets located on the front of the box
assembly frame (Figure 2-18b). 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 2-18c).

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

Route cable under upper hose as shown in Figure 2-18d.

Figure 2 -18a.

Throttle Base Plate

Throttle Spring

Plate

Box Assembly

Figure2-18b.

Throttle

Figure 2-18d.

Throttle Cable

To fasten the throttle cable end to the engine, place the
throttle control lever into the “stop” position. Rotate the
engine throttle lever to the “stop” position. Thread the
wire end of the throttle cable into the engine throttle lever
eyelet and tighten the screw. Fasten the throttle cable
sleeve to the clamp on the engine throttle (Figure 2-18e).
Rotate the throttle control lever into the “fast” position to
check for proper installation.

Figure 2-18c.

Box Assembly

Rivet

NOTE:

the engine type. Once throttle cable is attached, pull the
box handle to dump the box and be sure the cable does
not alter the movement of the box.

Cable sleeve may need to be cut, depending on

Cable Clamp

Figure 2-18e.

Throttle Cable Kit

Properly Positioned

Engine Throttle Lever

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SECTION III

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3-1 General Safety

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

3-2 Operation & Tips On Mowing

A. Perform BEFORE EACH USE maintenance list in

paragraph 4-1.
B. Start the engine/blower/blade assembly.
B. Start mower.
C. With the mower at high idle speed, engage the mower

deck.
D. Proceed to operate the control levers of the mower.

If the collection system does not appear to be

Note:

collecting the grass clippings;
and blower, engage the parking brake and turn the
mower off.
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 sloped, etc.

Check the upper hose, lower hose, top

3-3 Unloading The Collection System

Note:

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

Press the tab, located behind the operator’s left

disengage the deck,

A. Stop the forward movement of the mower.
B. Disengage the mower deck.
C. Using the throttle cable slow the engine down to idle.
D. 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.

E. 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.

If you do not hold the handle away from the

Note:

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.

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, and off of safety decals. Replace any
missing or illegible decals.

2. Clean all debris from the box screen.

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

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SECTION V

PARTS AND SERVICE

5-1 Parts And Service Information

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

THE SERIAL NUMBER PLATE IS LOCATED ON THE

ALUMINUM BOX NEAR THE DUMP HANDLE

PECO

OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT

Model Number

Serial Number

Arden, North Carolina 28704

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WRITE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER IN

THE BOX ABOVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Unit Model Number:_________________________________

Unit Engine Size: __________________________________

Unit Serial Number: _______________________________

Date of purchase: _____/_____/_________

Dealer/Distributor Name: _________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________ State:___________ Zip:____________

Phone Number: ____________________________

Address: PECO Inc.

P.O. Box 1197

Arden, NC 28704

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

Email: [e-mail]

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SAFETY DECALS

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

Part #: R4027

Part #: R1053

Part #: R1069

Part #: R1049

Part #: R1054

Part #:R4015

Part #:R4054

Part #: R4028

Part #: R1055

Part #: R1057

Part #: R1065

Part #:R4008

Part #:R1051

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Part #: R1070

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PECOPECO

PECOPECOPECO

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PPPP

P.O. BOX 1197

ARDEN, NORTH CAROLINA 28704

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

EMAIL: [e-mail]

WEBSITE: www.lawnvac.com