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[. . . ] Operator's Manual 2008-01 O0803001 EZ / MZ Collection System (Fab Deck) 42"/ 48"/ 52"/ 61" Operator's Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 CARTON CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new collection system. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ department. They have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools for service and repairs. [. . . ] If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly. Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. CAUTION In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. WARNING DO NOT tow any trailers, etc. They may jackknife or over turn causing damage to the mower and possibly serious injury to the operator. WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals know to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. CAUTION Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. 6 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS • Remove all parts and packing materials from carton. TOOLS REQUIRED CONTAINER CONTENTS • • Blower Assembly Belt Shield • • • • • • • • • • 7 /16" Wrench or ratchet and socket /8" Socket ½" Wrench or ratchet and socket 7 Mounting Bracket Weight (not included in 52" Kit 539 130328 or 61" Kit 539 130329) • Drive Pulley • Belt • Bag of Hardware Torque Wrench Phillips Head Screwdriver Hacksaw Pliers Drill and 3/8" drill bit - 3 bag system only Upper Chute Bag Dump Indicator Middle Chute Belt Cover Blower Housing NOTE: When right hand (R. H. ) and left hand (L. H. ) are mentioned in this manual, it means when you are seated on the mower in the operator’s position. CAUTION BEFORE ASSEMBLING GRASS CATCHER TO MOWER: • Set parking brake. • Place motion control levers in “NEUTRAL” position. • Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. 7 ASSEMBLY 1 INSTALLING DRIVE PULLEY 2 TRIMMING BLOWER (52" and 61" decks only) 1. Remove the discharge chute from the deck. (Deck configuration will vary by size and model) 2. Lower deck to the lowest cutting position. Remove the right hand (discharge side) belt cover from the deck. Relieve the tension from the deck belt and remove from the center deck pulley. (See Operator’s Manual if necessary) 1. Place blower assembly on secure table or stable surface. Remove the bolts securing the rear mount bracket. Using the hacksaw, trim the blower housing along the recessed grooves. Reinstall the rear mount bracket with previously removed bolts. Deck Height Adjustment Tension Release Lever Belt Cover Mount Bracket Rear 52/61 Trim Line Discharge Chute 5. Remove the nut that secures the right hand deck pulley to the spindle. Install drive pulley included Drive Pulley in collection system kit on top of the current deck pulley. [. . . ] Failure to do so may result in spontaneous combustion which could develop into a fire. CAUTION BEFORE PERFORMING MAINTENANCE, SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Set parking brake. • Place motion control levers in “NEU TRAL” position. • Place clutch control in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “OFF” position. [. . . ]