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Operating Instructions
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General Information
The Grass Handling System (GHS) consists of a
rear discharge mower deck connected to a 12.5 in.
(32 cm) blower and a rear mounted grass catcher
with 7.0 bushel (246 liters) capacity. The GHS blow-
er operates any time the mower blade clutch is en-
gaged and moves grass through the rear discharge
deck chute into the grass catcher. Blower airow is
exhausted out the back of the grass catcher, through
a ltering screen. When the grass catcher is full and
needs to be emptied, a “full” signal horn alerts the
operator. When the “full” signal horn sounds, it is
important to stop mowing to prevent overlling and
clogging of the blower system.
IMPORTANT: Normally, the GHS blower operates
with no maintenance or cleaning required. However,
under certain operating conditions, the inside of the
blower housing may accumulate a deposit of dirt,
causing wear and binding of the blower wheel.
Normally, dirt buildup occurs when mowing a com-
bination of dirty and damp grass, especially in
the springtime. When operating in these condi tions,
check the blower wheel frequently for binding
and clean the blower housing as required. Refer to
CLEANING the GHS Blower in Mainte nance
Instructions.
NOTE: In Autumn, when using the GHS mower to
vacuum leaves, it is recommended to raise the front
of the mower deck 2 to 3 notches [1 to 1-1/2 in.
(25 to 38 mm)] higher than the rear. This will avoid
“bulldozing” leaves, particularly when the leaves
are piled in a thick layer. To make this ad justment,
the hitch pins in the two (2) front deck support pins
are repositioned 2 to 3 notches higher while leaving
the rear pins in their original position.
DANGER
NEVER operate the GHS catcher with the
back door open. Objects may be thrown
out the back of the catcher with sufcient
force to cause serious injury to bystand ers
or property damage.
DANGER
ROTATING BLOWER BLADES
NEVER operate the GHS blower with the
blower discharge chute uncovered (grass
catcher in the dump position) since
dangerous projectiles may be thrown.
NEVER put hands into the blower discharge
chute for any reason. Use a stick or similar
instrument to remove any material if
clogging has occurred.
CAUTION
NEVER leave grass clippings in the grass
catcher after mowing. Damp clippings
generate heat as they decompose. This
MAY cause spontaneous combustion.