Instructions / Assembly

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EMPTYING MESH BAGS
If bagger stops picking up grass clippings, the mesh bags
may be full.
To empty grass bags:
1. Disengage PTO, stop engine and remove ignition
key. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
operator’s position.
2. Disconnect latch strap and open cover. Remove
each mesh bag from bagger frame. See
Figure 20.
3. Empty the grass from each mesh bag.
4. Install mesh bags back on bagger frame. Make
sure that the heat-resistant side of the mesh bags
faces the unit.
5. Close and latch cover.
UNCLOGGING BAGGER
If hose or boot assembly become clogged, stop forward
motion and allow unit to clear itself. If unit will not clear
itself, unclog the hose and/or boot assembly manually as
instructed below.
1. Stop engine and remove ignition key. Wait for all
moving parts to stop.
2. Flip thumb latch and remove hose.
3. Remove grass from hose and boot assembly.
4. Install hose and secure with thumb latch.
OPERATING TIPS
IMPORTANT: DO NOT remove more than 1 1/4” (3.2 cm)
of grass when bagging.
• Cut grass when it is dry.
• Cut grass in two passes when cutting thick, long, or
wet grass. Make the first cut higher than desired.
Make the second cut at desired height.
• Always use full throttle when bagging.
• Adjust ground speed as needed to allow the bagger
to pick up debris.
Ariens/Gravely Dealers will provide any service or
adjustments which may be required to keep your unit
operating at peak efficiency.
WARNING: NEVER open cover assembly while
the engine is running and the PTO is engaged.
ALWAYS shut off engine prior to emptying mesh
bags.
WARNING: MOVING PARTS can cut or
amputate body parts.
NEVER attempt to clear boot assembly while
engine is running.
ALWAYS stop engine, remove key, and wait for
moving parts to stop.
Sharp edges can cut. Movement of parts can
cut off fingers or a hand. Wrap blade(s), wear
sturdy gloves and use extreme caution when
working near blades.
Figure 20
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand the entire Safety section before
proceeding.
Interval Task Action
Each
Use
Check
Counter
Weight
Ensure the cast iron weight is
installed and securely fastened.
Check Hose Ensure hose is securely fastened
to cover assembly and boot
assembly.
Check
Mesh Bags
Ensure mesh bags are installed
and bagger cover is closed and
securely latched.
Check
Fasteners
Ensure all hardware is tight. Pay
special attention to the guards
and safety shields.
Inspect
Bagger
Parts
Inspect bagger parts for holes,
abrasions or structural damage.
Replace any worn or damaged
parts with Ariens/Gravely service
parts.
Clean Unit Clear away debris in boot
assembly, in tube or in cover
assembly.