Toro 22621223-24 User Manual

PECOPECO

PECOPECOPECO

P

PPPP

GRASS COLLECTION

SYSTEM

DESIGNED FOR:

MODEL 22621223 - 24

toro z100 series

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE

MANUAL PART#: Q0309 $4.00 REV: 0

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 PREPARATION FOR USE 5

2-1 Modification Of Zero Turn 5
2-2 Attaching The Main Frame Assembly 5
2-3 Attaching The Lift Handle To The Aluminum
Grass Container 6
2-4 Attaching The Aluminum Grass Container To
The ZT Mower 6
2-5 Aluminum Grass Container Inlet Attachment 6
2-6 Adjustment Of The Dump Mechanism 6
2-7 Attachment Of The Outer Engine Mount Tube 6
2-8 Engine Mount Arm Installation 9
2-9 Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly Installation 9

SECTION PAGE

2-10 Adjustment Of The Hose Length 9
2-11 Attachment Of The Upper Hose 9
2-12 Attachment Of The Lower Hose To The
Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly 9
2-13 Attachment Of The Boot To The ZT Mower Deck 10
2-14 Attachment Of The Lower Hose To The Boot 10
2-15 Front Weight Assembly 10
2-16 Exhaust Diverter Installation 10
2-17 Tips On Mowing With The Collection System 10

III OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 11

3-1 General Safety 11
3-2 Operation 11
3-3 Unloading The Collection System 11

IV MAINTENANCE 11

4-1 Maintenance Checklist 11

V PARTS AND SERVICE 12

5-1 Parts And Service Information 12
Torque Specifications 13
Notes 14-15

Outdoor Power Equipment Institute Recommendations

WARNING TO PURCHASERS OF INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE EQUIPPED
MACHINERY OR DEVICES IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA:

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 tractor while mowing or operating your attachment. Don’t let others distract you.

6.

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

7.

Always stop Vac blower when emptying the container.

8.

Stop tractor of mower engine and remove spark plug wire before 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.

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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 mower 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.

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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., PO Box 1197, 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 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

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SECTION I

INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION

1-1 Introduction

We are pleased to have you as a PeCo customer. Your
collection system has been designed to give you a low
maintenance, simple, and effective way to collect the
grass clippings from your ZT mower. This manual is
provided to give you the necessary instructions to
properly mount and operate the collection system on
your ZT 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 ZT mower.

1-2 Description

The collection system is designed for turf maintenance
where there is a need to collect the grass clippings as
the ZT mower cuts the turf. It is also good for picking up
leaves and twigs in pre-season and post-season clean­up.

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
ZT 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.

Figure 1 Rear Heat Guard Removal

Rear Heat Guard

2-2 Attaching The Main Frame
Assembly

Place the main frame assembly P#(A0403) (Figure 2)
onto the rear of the mower and align the holes of the
frame to where the heat guard was removed. Fasten by
using (8) 5/16” x 1” hex bolts P#(K1154), (8) 5/16” flat
washers P#(K0042) and (8) 5/16” flange nuts
P#(K1178).

Figure 2 Main Frame Assy.

Main Frame

Section II

PREPARATION FOR USE

2-1 Modification Of Zero Turn

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 and 8.

Remove the rear heat guard from the mower by
removing the (12) bolts and nuts that hold the heat guard
in place.

before each step of assembly it will help to study

5/16”
Bolts w/
Washers

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2-3 Attaching The Lift Handle To The
Aluminum Grass Container

The various parts of the handle assembly P#(A0273)
must be attached to the container frame. (Figure 4)
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), (Figure 5) to the end of
the latch rod P#(A0260). 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 Figures 4,5,6,7, and 8 for exploded parts
drawings and photographs of the complete assembly.
.

2-4 Attaching The Aluminum Grass
Container To The ZT Mower

The inlet, (Figure 7), will need to be attached to the
container. Open the container, push the inlet, from the
inside of the container through the hole in the container
to the outside. Orient the inlet opening to face the
ground. Use the tabs P#(B1668) inside of the box to hold
the inlet in place. It is recommended that two people
Perform this step. That way, one person on the inside of
the container can position the tabs, while the other
person tightens the bolts. Looking at the outside of the
container, the most difficult tab to tighten down will be
the tab at the 4-5 o’clock position. Tighten that tab first.
Then proceed to tighten the others.

2-6 Adjustment Of The Dump
Mechanism

The linkage may be adjusted in two places, at the
adjusting screw P#(K1435) and the latch assembly
items. See (Figures4&7)forvisual 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.

2-7 Attachment Of The Outer Engine
Mount Tube

Place the outer engine mount tube P#(B1117) against
the rear of the main frame assembly (Figure 3), with the
hole in the tube to the right hand side of the mower.
Fasten to the main frame assembly by using (2) 3/8” u­bolts P#(K1432) and (4) 3/8” flange nuts P#(K1215).

NOTE:

TO ASSIST IN THE MOUNTING OF 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.

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, (Figure 4), away from the unit, and lift
upward. The door of the container should open and the
box should pivot clockwise towards the ground.

IT IS RECOMMENDED FOR THREE PEOPLE

2-5 Aluminum Grass Container Inlet
Attachment

Figure 3 Outer Engine Mount Tube Attachment

U-bolts

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Figure 4
Lift Handle Assy.

Figure 7 Aluminum Grass Container Assy.

Handle
Grip

Handle
Mount
Bracket

Latch Rod

Figure 5
Aluminum Grass Container
With Handle Attached

Figure 6
Latch Hook Mechanism Assembled

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Figure 8 Aluminum
Grass Container
Exploded View

Figure 9 Misc.
Parts Exploded
View

(1)

A0403

MAIN FRAME

ASSEMBLY

(1)

B111 7

OUTER

ENGINE

MOUNT

TUBE

(1)

A0060

SHORT THROTTLE

CABLE KIT

(1)
6” x 32”
UPPER

HOSE

(1)

A0318

ENGINE

MOUNT

TUBE

(1)

HB0175

HARDWARE

BAG

HOSE CLAMP

8

(2)

J6011

5”-6”

(1)

B1810

BOOT PLATE

(1)

ENGINE/

BLOWER/

BLADE

ASSEMBLY

(1)

A0507

WEIGHT

ASSEMBLY

(2)

J6006

7”-8”

HOSE CLAMP

(1)
E1039
BOOT

(1)

E6009

8”

BLOWER

CONE

(1)

8” x 40”

LOWER

HOSE

2-8 Engine Mount Arm Installation

2-10 Adjustment Of The Hose Length

Slide the engine mount arm assembly (Figure 10) into
the outer engine mount tube. Secure the engine mount
arm assembly using (1) detent pin P#(J0248).

Figure 10 Engine Mount Arm

Detent Pin

2-9 Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly
Installation

THE HOSES IN STEPS 2-11 AND 2-12 MUST BE CUT
TO FIT YOUR MACHINE. FOLLOW STEPS 2-11 AND
2-12. DO NOT CUT THE HOSES UNTIL YOU HAVE
TRIED TO FIT THEM ON YOUR MACHINE.
REMEMBER THAT THE HOSES HAVE TO BE LONG
ENOUGH TO ALLOW FOR ENOUGH CLAMPING
SURFACE BETWEEN THE INLET, BLOWER
ASSEMBLY, AND THE DECK BOOT.

2-11 Attachment Of The Upper Hose

Slide a 5”-6” upper hose clamp P#(J6011) onto both
ends of the 6” upper hose (Figure 12). 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 12) for details. Make sure both ends of the hose
are clearly attached to the inlet and the blower assembly
inlet. Tighten the hose clamps.

2-12 Attachment Of The Lower Hose
To The Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly

Place the engine/blower/blade assembly onto the engine
mount arm assembly (Figure 11). Secure the
engine/blower blade assembly to the engine mount arm
assembly using (4) 5/16"-18 x 1-1/2" hex bolts
P#(K1157) and (4) 5/16"-18 flange nuts P#(K1178).

Figure 11 Engine/Blower/Blade 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 12).

Figure 12 Hose Assembly

Inlet

Upper Hose

5/16" x 1-1/2" Bolt

Lower Hose

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Boot

2-13 Attachment Of The Boot To The
ZT Mower Deck

To mount the boot plate P#(B1810) to the boot
P#(E1039), use (2) 3/8” x 1” carriage bolts P#(K1182)
and (2) 3/8” flange nuts P#(K1215). Be sure that, when
fastening the boot and boot plate together, the head of
the bolt is placed from the inside of the boot. This will
prevent grass from collecting on the bolts. Hang the boot
onto the mower deck (Figure 13). The slots in the boot
plate will allow for adjustment left or right to achieve the
proper fit for different size cutting decks. Once the boot
is in place tighten the bolts and, if applicable, tighten the
bolts of the mower’s deflector shield and rotate the
deflector towards the boot.

Figure 13

Figure 14 Front Weight Assembly

3/8” Hex Bolt

Weight Assembly

Boot Plate

Boot

2-14 Attachment Of The Lower Hose
To The Boot

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 12).

2-15 Front Weight Assembly

Remove the (4) bolts from the front left and front right of
the mower, near the casters (Figure 14). Once removed,
place the weight assembly P#(A0507) where the bolts
were removed and align the holes. NOTE: Have at least
two people for lifting the weight into place. Fasten the
weight assembly to the mower by using (2) 3/8” x 1” hex

2-16 Exhaust Diverter Installation

Attach the exhaust diverter provided P#(J0270) to the
end of the mower’s exhaust pointing downward to direct
the exhaust fumes away from the vac engine. Once in
position fasten by using (1) exhaust clamp kit
P#(X1064).

2-17 Tips On Mowing With The
Collection System

To obtain the maximum effectiveness from your
collection system the tips listed below should be
followed:

* Watch your speed- Normal conditions will allow a
speed of up to approximately 5 mph, but thick, heavy
damp conditions will require reduced ground speed.
* Mow with sharp blades- A sharp blade cuts cleaner.
* Wet grass and leaves will decrease effectiveness and
will increase horsepower requirements.
* Mow at higher cutting heights- Remove and mulch no
more than 2” of grass length with each mowing. (Experts
recommend not cutting off more than 1/3 of the grass
blade length at any given time.)
* Mow twice, at different height settings, (high, then low),
if grass is extra tall.
* Remember that horsepower requirements will vary with
the mowing conditions such as type and height of turf
grass, moisture content, amount of leaves, whether the
terrain is flat or hilly, etc.

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SECTION III

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3-1 General Safety

SECTION IV

MAINTENANCE

4-1 Maintenance Checklist

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

3-2 Operation

A. Perform BEFORE EACH USE maintenance list in
paragraph 4-1.
B. Start the engine/blower/blade assembly.
B. Start ZT mower.
C. With the ZT mower at high idle speed, engage the
cutter deck.
D. Proceed to operate the control levers of the ZT.

NOTE:

collecting the grass clippings; Disengage the deck, turn
off the engine/blower/blade assembly and check the
upper hose, lower hose, top screen, and boot for clogs.

If the collection system does not appear to be

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.

A. Stop the forward movement of the ZT mower.
B. Disengage the cutter 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 it’s contents.
E. Once the contents of the container have fallen out,
the container is ready to move back into it’s normal
operating position. With the handle in the ‘away’ position,
pull the handle downward until it stops. Move the handle
towards the center of the mower. This motion will allow
the latch to lock back into collection position.

NOTE:

mower as you pull the handle downward, the latch will
not lock and the container can unexpectedly release the
contents collected.

Press the tab, located behind the operator’s left

If you do not hold the handle away from the

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. 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

WRITE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER IN

THE BOX ABOVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Tractor Model: ____________________________________________

Engine Size: __________________________________________

Peco Vac Serial Number: _________________________________

Date of purchase: _____/_____/_________

Dealer/Distributor Name: _________________________________________

Dealer’s/Distributor’s: _______________________ 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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NOTES

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NOTES

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PECOPECO

PECOPECOPECO

P

PPPP

P.O. BOX 1197

ARDEN, NORTH CAROLINA 28704

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

EMAIL: [e-mail]

WEBSITE: WWW.LAWNVAC.COM