ATTACHMENT
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Turbo Vacuum System
For 60” Mower Decks
Mfg. No. Description
1694497 Turbo Vacuum Collection System (for use with Legacy XL / 2000 / 2900 Series)
1726316-01 Rev 02/2004 TP 100-3923-01-AT-SMA
Table of Contents
Safety Rules & Information |
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General Warnings............................................ |
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Safety Decals .................................................. |
2 |
General Operating Instructions |
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Before Operation ............................................. |
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Mowing with the Turbo..................................... |
3 |
Operating without the Turbo ............................ |
3 |
Recommended Accessories............................ |
3 |
After Operation ................................................ |
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Initial Setup & Assembly |
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Remove Deflector & Cover .............................. |
4 |
Install New Idler Pulley Assembly.................... |
4 |
Assemble & Install New Belt Cover ................. |
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Assemble & Install Deflector............................ |
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Assemble Turbo............................................... |
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Attaching & Removing |
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the Turbo Vacuum Collector |
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Attaching the Turbo.......................................... |
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Removing the Turbo ........................................ |
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Adjustments..................................................... |
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Storage ............................................................ |
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Hardware Identification |
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& Torque Specifications.................................... |
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NOTE: In these instructions, “left” and “right” are referred to as seen from the operating position.
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Safety Rules
& Information
Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle 
in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
GENERAL WARNINGS
●Know the tractor controls and how to stop quickly. READ THE TRACTOR OPERATOR’S MANUAL.
●Read and obey all safety decals.
●Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the unit.
●Disengage the electric clutch (PTO). Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before attaching, adjusting, or disconnecting any part of the collection system.
●Check the collection system to make sure it is bolted tightly to the tractor.
●DO NOT operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the deflector in place.
●Turn off the PTO switch to disengage the blades when not mowing.
●DO NOT mow in reverse. Always look down and behind before and while travelling in reverse.
●DO NOT turn sharply when travelling alongside a building or any object. Slow down before turning.
●DO NOT carry passengers on the tractor.
●When blower assembly is removed from the mower deck, the deflector must be properly installed.
●If the mower stalls or the turbo blower chute plugs:
1.disengage the electric clutch (PTO);
2.stop the engine and remove the key;
3.set the parking brake, and wait for all moving parts to stop.
4.Remove the foreign object or clear the chute with a piece of wood before restarting the engine.
NEVER PLACE HANDS INTO BLOWER HOUSING TO CLEAR JAMMED OBJECT. BLOWER MAY ROTATE WHEN OBJECT IS REMOVED.
●For added tractor stability and to prevent tipping or loss of control:
a. Use reduced speed on uneven ground and when turning corners.
b. Reduce loads on hillsides. It is recommended that the collection system be kept only half full when negotiating any slopes. Start mowing on slopes when the collection system is empty.
c. Mow up and down the face of slopes; never across the face of any slope.
●When operating on slopes, use front counterweights. On slopes over 15% (8.5°), use two rear wheel weights in addition to front counterweight. Never operate on slopes greater than 30% (16.7°).
SAFETY DECALS
This unit has been designed and manufactured to provide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing.
Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effectively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to remind you of this important information while you are operating your unit.
All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional messages on your rider and mower should be carefully read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when these instructions are not followed. The information is for your safety and it is important! The safety decals below are on your rider and mower.
If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace them at once. See your local dealer for replacements.
These labels are easily applied and will act as a constant visual reminder to you, and others who may use the equipment, to follow the safety instructions necessary for safe, effective operation.
Read and obey all operation and warning decals.
Danger Decal - P/N 1704277
DANGER
ROTATING
BLADES
SHUT OFF MOWER AND TRACTOR BEFORE SERVICING OR CLEANING BLOWER
AND MOWER.
1700259
Danger Decal -
P/N 1704276
Warning Decal -
P/N 1700259
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General
Operating Instructions
BEFORE OPERATION
Clear the lawn of all sticks, stones, wire and other debris which may be caught or thrown by the mower blades.
Check grass condition. If wet, wait until later in the day. If grass is wet, as the grass catcher is likely to become plugged.
For efficient grass collection, air circulation under the mower deck, through the chute and into the grass catcher or cart is very important.
For this reason, BEFORE YOU BEGIN MOWING you should make certain the underside of the mower and the underside of the catcher lid are free from grass and debris.
Make sure that there is a snug fit between mower deck, blower housing, tubes, and grass catcher cover.
MOWING WITH THE TURBO
Always operate with throttle at full speed when mowing.
Grass should be cut often, and not too short. If grass is too long or lush it may be necessary to keep ground speed to a minimum or to cut only half the width of the mower to prevent clogging. If grass is long, operate with mower in high cutting position for first pass, cutting again in a lower position on a second pass.
To check if grass is flowing up tube, view tube. Do not open cover with mower engaged.
If a large amount of cut grass is spilling out from under deck, the tube may be plugged or the catcher may be full— discontinue mowing, stop the tractor, disengage the PTO and then empty the catcher or clear the tube.
OPERATING WITHOUT THE TURBO
If you need to mow without the turbo vacuum collector in place (for instance, if the grass is too wet to bag, but must be mowed)—you must remove the turbo blower from the mower deck, and properly position the deflector BEFORE you begin mowing.
WARNING
To operate without the collection system, the blower assembly MUST be removed and the deflector MUST be in the down position.
The deflector is spring loaded. when removing the blower, hold the deflector up; then allow the deflector to go down into the normal operating position.
WARNING
ALWAYS shut off the tractor. disengage the PTO, and allow all moving parts to stop BEFORE disconnecting or clearing tube, or emptying catcher.
Before leaving the operator’s position for any reason, engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, tractor and mower free of grass, leaves and excess grease. Do not stop or park tractor over dry leaves, grass or combustible materials.
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
When operating on slopes with a rear attachment, use front counterweights. If you will be operating on slopes over 15% (8.5°) two rear wheel weights are recommended in addition to the front counterweights. Never operate on slopes greater than 30% (16.7°).
AFTER OPERATION
The turbo blower housing and tube should be removed for cleaning. Remove the tube by unlatching the lower tube rubber band from blower housing. When reattaching, make sure there is a snug fit between the mower deck, turbo blower housing, and grass catcher.
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