Agri-Fab Mow-N-Vac 45-04072 User manual

Model No.
45-04072
PRINTED IN USA
MOW-N-VAC
OWNERS
MANUAL
CAUTION:
Read Rules for
Safe Operation
and Instructions
Carefully
FORM NO. 40562 (09/04/08)
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• Safety
• Assembly
• Operating
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts

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SAFETY RULES
Remember, any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate
the equipment. Exercise caution at all times when using power equipment.
• Ifthecuttingmechanismstrikesaforeignobject,orifyour
Mow-n-vac should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine
immediately,disconnectthesparkplugwireandmovethewire
awayfromthesparkplug.Allowthemachinetostopandtake
the following steps.
a. Inspect for damage.
b. Repair or replace any damaged parts.
  c.Checkforloosepartsandtightentoassure
continued safe operation.
• Checkallboltsfortightnessatfrequentintervalstohelpinsure
safe operation.
• Check cart cover frequently for wear. Replace if worn or
damaged.
• NeveroperateMow-N-Vacunlessdeckadapter,hose,hose
adapter (nozzle), discharge chute (elbow), and cart cover are
properly attached in their place.
• Donotremovecartcoverorattempttoemptycontentsofcart
while engine is running.
• Neverattempttochangehoseadapter(nozzle)ortoinstall
remote hose attachment when engine is running.
• Keepallshieldsandguards(e.g.dischargechute(elbow)and
hose adapter (nozzle) in place and securely attached.
• Alwayswearsafetyglassesorothersuitableeyeprotection
when operating or maintaining this equipment.
• Do not stand behind cart in exhaust discharge area while
engine is running.
• Donotoperatethisequipmentwhileintoxicatedorwhiletaking
drugs or medication that impairs the senses and reactions.
• Whenusingthisequipment,startwiththevehicletransmission
inrst(low)gearandthengraduallyincreasespeedonlyas
conditions permit.
• Operatethisequipmentatreducedspeedonroughterrain,
alongcreeksandditchesandonslopestopreventtippingor
lossofcontrol.Donotdrivetooclosetoacreekorditch.
• Vehiclebrakingandstabilityareaffectedbytheadditionof
thisequipment.DonotlltheMow-N-Vactoitsfullcapacity
withoutcheckingthecapabilityofthetowingvehicletosafely
pullandstopwiththeMow-N-Vacattached.
• Beforeoperatingonanygrade(hill)refertothesafetyrules
in the vehicle owner’s manual concerning safe operation on
slopes. Also refer to the SLOPE GUIDE on page 25 of this
owner’s manual. Do not operate on slopes in excess of 10
degrees. STAY OFF STEEP SLOPES.
• Followthemaintenanceinstructionsoutlinedinthismanual.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means — Attention!! Become alert!!
Your safety is involved.
DANGER: ThisVacSystemwasbuilttobeoperatedaccordingtotherulesforsafeoperationinthis
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result
inseriousinjury.Thisunitiscapableofamputatingngersandhandsandthrowingobjects.Failureto
observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
• Readandfollowallinstructionsinthismanualbeforeattempting
to assemble or operate this equipment. Failure to comply
withtheseinstructionsmayresultinpersonalinjury.Keepthis
manual in a safe place for future reference and for ordering
replacement parts.
• Readthisoperatingandserviceinstructionmanualcarefully.
Bethoroughlyfamiliarwiththecontrolsandproperuseofthis
power vacuum.
• Readthevehicleownersmanualandvehiclesafeoperation
rules before using this equipment.
• Neverallowchildrenunder16tooperatethisVacSystem.
Children 16 years and older should only operate under close
parental supervision.
• Donotallowanyonetooperatethisequipmentwithoutproper
instructions.
• Donotallowpassengerstorideonthisequipmentoronthe
towing vehicle.
• Keeptheareaofoperationclearofothers,particularlysmall
children and pets.
• Checkfuelbeforestartingengine.Donotllfueltankindoors,
orwhileengineisrunningorhot.Wipeoffanyspilledfuel
before starting engine.
• Engineandmufergethot.Donottouch!Toavoidrehazard,
keepcleanofdebrisandotheraccumulations.
• NeverstoreVacSystemwithfuelintank.Allowenginetocool
before storing in any enclosure.
• Donotchangeenginegovernorsettings.
• Do not operate engine if air cleaner or cover is removed,
except for adjustment. Removal of these parts could create
arehazard.
• Keephands,feet,face,longhairandclothingoutofinletand
dischargearea.ThereareROTATINGBLADESinsidethese
openings.
• Beforecleaning,repairingorinspecting,makecertainallmoving
partscometoacompletestop.Disconnectsparkplugwire
andkeepwireawayfromplugtopreventaccidentalstarting.
Keepthrottlecontrolleverinstopposition.
• IftheVacSystemshouldbecomeblockedwithdebrisatany
point, shut engine off and wait until the impeller comes to a
complete stop before attempting to remove the obstruction.
Disconnectsparkplugwiretopreventaccidentalstarting.

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CARTON CONTENTS
CARTON CONTENTS (NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE)
3
4
1
2
5
6
11
12
7
8
13
17
16
24
25
29
23
18
26
27
28
19
20
21
14 15
22
9 10
1. Tailgate
2.CartBody(2)
3. Cart Cover
4. Engine
5.TailgateReinforcementBracket
6. Front Panel
7. Mower Adapter
8. Hose
9.Wheel(2)
10. Hose Clamp (2)
11.WheelSupport
12. Tailgate Guide (2)
13. Axle
14. Tarp Strap, 25"
15. Rear Tongue
16. Front Tongue
17.LatchStandBracket
18. Hitch Plate
19.AdapterBracket
20. Hose Hanger Rod
21.HitchBracket
22.LatchLockLever
23. Tailgate Rope
24.Deectorw/Elbow
25. Hose Adapter
26. Top Support Angle
27. Front Support Tube
28. Lower Support Rod (3)
29.Brace(2)

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HARDWARE PACK
NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE
A
B
C
J
R
T
U
S
VW
P
AA
Z
CC
GG
DD
HH
EE
FF JJ KK
II
Y
L
M
N
O
DE
FGHI
Q
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BB
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REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
A 1 HexBolt,5/16"x4" T 8 LockNut,1/4"
B5HexBolt,3/8"x3" U 1 LockNut,5/16"
C 1 HexBolt,1/2"x1-1/4" V 4FlatWasher
D 4 HexBolt,3/8"x1" W 2 Spacer
E 6 HexBolt,1/4"x1-1/4" X 1 Washer,7/16"Std.
F 6 HexBolt,1/4"x1" Y 20 Washer,1/4"Std.
G 4 HexBolt,5/16"x3/4"(selfthread) Z 9 NylonWasher
H 2 HexBolt,5/16"x1-1/4" AA 14 Washer,5/16"Std.
I 2 CarriageBolt,5/16"x3/4" BB 2 Hose Clip
J 23 HexBolt,1/4"x3/4" CC 1 MountingBracket
K12 TrussHeadBolt,5/16"x3/4" DD 2 Tarp Strap
L 2 SlottedHeadBolt,10-32x5/8" EE 1 Hitch Pin
M 1 LockNut,1/2" FF 2 "S"Hook
N 9 NylockNut,3/8" GG 1 AngleBracket
O 1 Hair Cotter Pin, 3/32" HH 1 Spring
P 2 Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/4" II 3 PlasticWingNut
Q 2 NylockNut,10-32 JJ 1 Mounting Strap
R 15 NylockNut,5/16" KK 2 Axle Clip
S 33 NylockNut,1/4"
HARDWARE PACK
OPTIONAL ACCESSORY
MODEL NO. 45-0253
12 FT. REMOTE HOSE KIT
TheRemoteHoseKit,Model45-0253,provides
12' x 5" diameter hose to clean around shrubs,
patios, window wells and other areas not
accessible to the tractor.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(2)3/4"Wrench
(2)9/16"Wrench
(2)1/2"Wrench
(2)7/16"Wrench
(1) Screwdriver
(1) Pliers
Spray adhesive is recommended for easier
assembly!
1. Removethehardwarepackandallloosepartsfromthe
carton.Besurethecartonisemptybeforediscarding.
2. Lay out all the parts as shown in the carton contents.
3. Position cart body halves upright on a smooth level
surfacesuchasagarageoororapaveddriveway.See
gure1.
4. Assemble halves together using two 1/4" x 3/4" hex
boltsand1/4"nylocknutsasshowningure1.Do not
tighten.
1/4" x 3/4" HEX BOLT
1/4" NYLOCK NUT
FIGURE 1
DO NOT LEAVE THE MOW-N-VAC UNATTENDED
DURING ASSEMBLY. A FALLING MOW-N-VAC
CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY! PAY CLOSE
ATTENTION TO THE STABILITY OF THE MOW-
N-VAC. ASSEMBLE ON A SMOOTH, LEVEL
SURFACE.
CAUTION
5. Positionthetailgatereinforcementbracketonoutside
ofcartasshowningure2.Assembletothebottomof
the cart body using four 5/16" x 3/4" truss head bolts
and5/16"nylocknuts.Do not tighten. Seegure2.
6. Position the tailgate guides on the inside of the cart
bodies with guide channels to the front as shown in
gure2.Assembleusingfour1/4"x3/4"hexboltsand
1/4"nylocknuts.Do not tighten.
7. At this time, with the cart body halves pulled together,
tighten the four truss head bolts assembled in step 5
and then tighten the four hex bolts assembled in step 6.
Do not tighten the two hex bolts that were assembled
in step 4.
8. Remove the bottom two pre-assembled bolts in the
tailgatereinforcementbracket.Assemblea5/16"washer
and spacer onto the bolt and reassemble it to the tailgate
reinforcementbracket.Seegure3.
1/4" x 3/4"
HEX BOLT
5/16" x 3/4"
TRUSS HEAD BOLT
5/16" NYLOCK NUT
1/4" NYLOCK NUT
TAILGATE
REINFORCEMENT
BRACKET
TAILGATE GUIDE
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3
This unit is shippedWITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After
assembly, see separate engine manual for proper fuel and
engine oil recommendations.
PRE-ASSEMBLED BOLT
5/16" WASHER
SPACER
TAILGATE REINFORCEMENT BRACKET

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9. Assemble the front panel over the opposite end of the
cart using four 1/4" x 3/4" hex bolts and 1/4" nylock
nutsasshowningure4.Leavetwoholesopeninthe
bottomofthepanelasshowningure4.Withthecart
body halves pulled together, tighten the two bolts in the
bottom of the front panel, then tighten the bolt in each
side.
At this time tighten the two bolts on the bottom of the
cart which were assembled in step 4.
10. Assemble the wheel support to the cart using eight
5/16"x3/4"trussheadboltsand5/16"nylocknutsas
showningure5.Headsofboltsgoontheinsideof
cart. Tighten.
1/4" x 3/4"
HEX BOLT
1/4" x 3/4"
HEX BOLT
1/4" NYLOCK NUT
1/4" NYLOCK NUT
LEAVE HOLES OPEN FOR
LATCH STAND BRACKET
FIGURE 4
5/16"
NYLOCK
NUT
WHEEL
SUPPORT
5/16" x 3/4"
TRUSS HEAD BOLT
1/4" x 3/4"
HEX BOLT
LATCH STAND BRACKET
1/4" HEX NUT
ALIGNING TAB
AT BOTTOM
1/4" x 3/4"
HEX BOLT 1/4" NYLOCK
NUT
FIGURE 5
11. Turnthelatchstandbracketsothatthealigningtabis
attherear(bottom)ofthebracket.Assemblethelatch
standbrackettothecartusingfour1/4"x3/4"hexbolts
and1/4"nylocknuts.Tighten.Seegure6.
12. Assembletwo1/4"x3/4"hex boltsand 1/4" nylock
nuts to the two rear corners of the cart. Tighten. See
gure7.
FIGURE 7
FIGURE 6

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AXLE
REAR
TONGUE
LATCH STAND
BRACKET
15. To prevent accidental tipping during the following
assembly procedures, lower the cart to rest upside down
onitstopanges,sothatthewheelsupportisfacing
up.Seegure9.
16. LaythedrawbartongueontotheWheelSupportand
theLatch StandBracket. Assemble the axle through
thewheelsupportandthetongue.Seegure9.
COTTER PIN
WHEEL
FLAT
WASHER
FLAT
WASHER
AXLE
AXLE
CLIP
IMPORTANT: Make sure drawbar tongue is securely
lockedtothelatchstandbracketbythelatchlocklever.
17. Assembleaatwasher,awheelwiththevalvestem
facing out,anotheratwasherandanaxlecliponto
theaxleasshowningure10.Securethewheelon
the axle with a cotter pin, spreading the ends. Repeat
on other end of axle.
FIGURE 9
FIGURE 10
TONGUE
(FRONT)
3/8" NYLOCK
NUT
3/8" x 1"
HEX BOLT
HITCH
BRACKET
FIGURE 11
18. Assemblethehitchbrackettothefronttongueusingtwo
3/8"x1"hexboltsand3/8"nylocknuts.Seegure11.
5/16" x 4"
HEX BOLT
SPRING
LATCH
LOCK
LEVER 5/16" LOCK NUT
FIGURE 8
13. Insertthelatchlockleverintothereartongueasshown
ingure8A.Secureitinplaceusingthe5/16"x4"hex
boltand5/16"nylocknut.
14. Attach the spring to the hole in the rear tongue and
thelowerholeinthelatchlockleverasshowningure
8B.
B
A

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3/8" x 1"
HEX BOLT
3/8" x 3"
HEX BOLT
3/8" NYLOCK NUT
FIGURE 14
24. Assemble the engine to the tongue using two 3/8" x 3"
hex bolts in the rear holes, two 3/8" x 1" hex bolts in the
frontholesandfour3/8"nylocknuts.Seegure14.
HINT: Use caution when assembling engine to tongue.Have
anotherpersonassistyouifyouarehavingdifculty.
HINT:Foreasierassembly,supportthetonguewithablock
of wood.
HOSE HANGER ROD
25. Place the hose hanger rod down into the hose hanger
bracketontheimpellerhousingassembly.Seegure
15.
FIGURE 15
19. Flip the cart over so that it rests on its wheels.
20. Assemble the front tongue on top of the rear tongue
usingthree3/8"x3"hexboltsand3/8"hexlocknuts.
Seegure12.
HINT: For easier assembly, support the rear tongue with
ablockofwood.
21. Assemblethehitchpintothehitchbracketandtongue,
securingitwiththe1/8"haircotterpin.Seegure12.
TONGUE
(FRONT)
3/8" x 3"
HEX BOLT
BLOCK
3/8" HEX
LOCK NUT
1/8" HAIR
COTTER PIN
HITCH PIN
FIGURE 12
NYLON WASHER
WING NUT
5/16" X 3/4"
HEX BOLT
(SELF TAP)
FIGURE 13
22. Attach the plastic elbow to the top of the engine housing
using four 5/16" x 3/4" hex bolts (self tapping) and nylon
washers.Seegure13.
HINT: Push in on hex bolts as you tighten to form threads.
23. Connect the hose adapter to the engine housing by
fastening three wing nuts to the pre-assembled bolts
intheenginehousing.Seegure13.

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29. Assemble the hitch plate to the tractor hitch if:
a. Your tractor has a square (straight) hitch frame,
to help prevent binding.
b. Your tractor has a lightweight hitch frame that
needs reinforcement for towing.
 Usea1/2"x1-1/2"hexbolt,a7/16"atwasheranda
1/2"locknut.Seegure18.
FIGURE 18
25" TARP
STRAP
HOSE HANGER ROD
28. Loopthe25"tarpstrapunderthehose.Fastenthehooks
tothehosehangerrod.Seegure17.
FIGURE 17
CLAMP
HOSE
HOSE ADAPTER
(NOZZLE)
26. Place a hose clamp onto the end of the hose. Push the
hose onto the hose adapter (nozzle). Tighten the hose
clamp onto the hose and hose adapter.Do not collapse
the hose adapter when tightening the clamp. See
gure16.
27. The remaining hose clamp will be used later to fasten
thehosetothedeckadapter.
FIGURE 16
TRACTOR HITCH
FRAME (SQUARE)
HITCH
PLATE
TRACTOR HITCH
FRAME (TAPERED)
1/2" x 1-1/2"
HEX BOLT
7/16" FLAT WASHER
1/2" LOCK NUT
ATTACH
MOW-N-VAC
HERE

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2. Slide two of the lower support rods through the center
loops located in the top of the cart cover as shown in
gure20.
3. Slide the last lower support rod through outer edge of
the cart cover. The bend in the rod must face in the
directionshowningure21.
CENTER LOOP
SUPPORT
RODS
CENTER LOOP
CART COVER
FIGURE 20
BEND
CART COVER
SUPPORT ROD
SPRAY
ADHESIVE
FOLD EDGES
TOP SUPPORT
ANGLE
CART
BAG
FIGURE 21
FIGURE 22
4. Apply spray adhesive to the side of the top support angle
shown in grey. Follow directions on spray adhesive for
properapplication.Seegure22.
5. Oncethesprayadhesiveistackytotouch,placetop
support angle inside of cart cover and fold the edges of
the cover onto side of support angle with spray adhesive.
Seegure22.
6. Wait until adhesive dries, securing support angle in
place, before continuing to step 7.
PERFORM STEPS 4-6 IF YOU ARE USING SPRAY
ADHESIVE (RECOMMENDED). IF YOU ARE NOT USING
SPRAY ADHESIVE, SKIP TO STEP 7 ON PAGE 12.
ASSEMBLING CART COVER
1. Slide the front support tube through the double loops
locatednearthefrontofthecartcover.Seegure19.
DOUBLE LOOPS
FRONT
SUPPORT
TUBE CART COVER
FIGURE 19

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1/4" x 3/4" HEX BOLT
1/4" LOCK NUT
1/4" x 3/4"
HEX BOLT
1/4" LOCK
NUT
2ND ROD
3RD ROD
1/4" x 1-1/4"
HEX BOLT
1/4" LOCK
NUT
8. Attach the lower support rod closest to front support tube
to the outside of the top angle support using two 1/4"
x3/4"hexboltsand1/4"locknuts.DO NOT TIGHTEN
YET.Seegure24.
NOTE: Cart bag not shown for clarity.
9. Attach the second lower support rod to the outside and
the third lower support rod to the inside of the top angle
supportusingtwo1/4"x3/4"hexboltsand1/4"lock
nuts. DO NOT TIGHTEN YET.Seegure25.
NOTE: Cart bag not shown for clarity.
FIGURE 24
FIGURE 25
10. Attach the braces to the front support tube using two
1/4" x 1-1/4" hex bolts and 1/4" lock nuts. DO NOT
TIGHTEN YET.Seegure26.
NOTE: Cart bag not shown for clarity.
FIGURE 26
1/4" x 1-1/4" HEX BOLT
1/4" LOCK NUT
FIGURE 23
7. Secure front support tube to top angle support using
two1/4"x1-1/4"hexboltsand1/4"locknuts.DO NOT
TIGHTEN YET.Seegure23.
NOTE: Cart bag not shown for clarity.

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1/4" x 3/4"
HEX BOLT
1/4"
NYLOCK
NUT
1/4"
WASHER
1/4"
WASHER
1/4" x 1"
HEX BOLT
#10-32 x 5/8"
TRUSS BOLT
ROPE
SECURE
ROPE
KNOT
#10-32
NYLOCK
NUT
CLIP
11. Place the top angle support and cart bag ontop of the
cartasshowningure27.Then,usingascrewdriver
orothersharpobject,pokeholesthroughthecartbag
for the bolts that will be assembled in step 12.
12. Attach the top angle support and braces to the cart using
seven 1/4" x 3/4" hex bolts, fourteen 5/16" washers (one
placedoneachside)andseven1/4"nylocknuts.DO
NOT TIGHTEN YET.Seegure27.
NOTE: Cart bag not shown for clarity.
FIGURE 27
13. Slide each end of the rope through the holes in the
tailgateshowningure28.
14. Tieaknotintheendofeachsideoftheropetosecure
theropeinplace.Keepknotloose.Seegure28.
HINT:Knotmayneedtobemovedupordowninropeto
secure tailgate. See step 18 for more information.
15. Slide tailgate into tailgate guides.
16. Attach clips to 3rd lower support rod and fasten them
to the tailgate using two #10 x 5/8" slotted head bolts
and#10nuts.Seegure28.
17. TIGHTEN all bolts assembled in steps 7 through 12.
18. Securetailgateropearoundtheboltsshowningure
28. Ifropedoesnotkeeptailgatehelddownorrope
istooshorttosecurearoundbolts,movetheknotup
the end of the rope to loosen or down to tighten. Once
knotisindesiredlocation,tightentheknottosecureit
in place.
NOTE: Cart bag not shown for clarity.
FIGURE 28
While performing the assembly operations
in step 11, make sure the cart bag is between
the top angle support and the cart.

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1/4" DOWN
Keep cut-off as close to
the top edge as possible.
IMPORTANT:
1/2" FROM FRONT
MOWER DECK
DECK ADAPTER
NOTE: Make sure adapter clears gauge
wheels on mower deck
Curl on deck may be located outside of adapter
or inside depending on deck opening design
DECK ADAPTER MOWER DECK
ADAPTER BRACKET
Keep edge of adapter as close
as possible to offset in bracket
Use existing holes or drill 5/16"
diameter hole or holes.
FIGURE 29
ASSEMBLING THE #62468 DECK ADAPTER
TO THE MOWER DECK
NOTE: Notallofthepartsinthedeckadapterhardware
packagewillbeusedforanyoneparticulartup.
CAUTION: Mower deflector must be
replacedwhenVacSystemdeckadapter
is removed. Do Not operate mower unless
adapterordeectorisinplaceandproperly
mounted.
1. Identify and cut out the template for your brand and
sizemowerdeck.Ifthereisnotemplateincludedfor
yourdecksize,youcan makeyourowntemplateby
markingaroundapieceofcardboardheldagainstthe
edgeofthedeck'sdischargeopening.
2. FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS PRINTED ON THE
TEMPLATE. If thereare noinstructions, usethe following
instructions as a general guide.
3. Tape the template to the face of the adapter, about
 1/2"fromfrontand1/4"downfromtopfordeeperdecks.
Forshallowdecks,positiontemplatelowenoughthat
adapterwillnotextendbelowbottomofdeck.Markoutline
of template on face of adapter using white crayon, nail
or scriber. Drill a starting hole inside the outline, then
useasabersaworkeyholesawtocutouttheopening.
Seegure29.
5. Positiontheadapteroverthedeckopening,andcheck
for t of cutout as shown in gure 30.Trim cutout, if
necessary,toallowtiltingofadapter,keepingthetas
close as possible for best vacuum suction.
6. Holding the adapter bracket and the deck adapter
together,positionthedeckadapteronthemowerdeck.
Keepingtheedgeofdeckadapterascloseaspossible
totheoffsetintheadapterbracket,seeiftheslotinthe
adapterbracketcanbealignedwithoneortwoofthe
deectorholesinyourmowerdeck’sdischargeopening.
Ifthebracketcannotbelocatedcorrectlyusingexisting
holes, it will be necessary to drill one or two 5/16"
diameterholesinthedeck.Seegure31.
FIGURE 30
FIGURE 31
BEFORE PROCEEDING, lookinthefold-outsheetstondthetemplatefor
yourmowerdeck.Ifwritteninstructionsareprintedonthetemplate,followthose
instructions instead of the instructions in this manual.
STOP
PERFORM THIS STEP ONLY IF NECESSARY.
4. Remove the mower discharge deector from your
mowerdeckifnecessarytoattachdeckadapter.Save
thedeectorandhardwareforremountingdeector.

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ADAPTER BRACKET
5/16" flat washers
used as needed for
shims to adjust for
variations in decks.
(2) 5/16" NYLOCK
NUTS
5/16" x 1-1/4"
HEX BOLT
(2) 5/16" FLAT
WASHERS
(3) 1/4" NYLOCK
NUTS
(3) NYLON
WASHERS
(3) 1/4" STEEL WASHERS
(3) 1/4" x 1" HEX BOLTS
ADAPTER
BRACKET
MOWER DECK
DECK ADAPTER
7. Assemblethe adapter bracketto the deckusingtwo
5/16"x1-1/4"hexbolts,5/16"atwashersand5/16"
nylocknuts.Seegure32.
NOTE:Itmaybenecessarytouseextra5/16"atwashers
toshimunderthebracketnexttothedecksurface.Tenextra
washershavebeenfurnishedasshims.Seegure32.
8. Withdeckadapterpositionedcorrectlyoverthedischarge
opening, use the adapter bracket as a template and
drillthree9/32"diameterholesinthetopofthedeck
adapter.Seegure33.
9. Boltdeckadaptertobracketusingthree1/4"x1"bolts,
nylonwashers,1/4"atwashersand1/4"nylocknuts.
Nylonwashersshouldbeagainsttheinsideofthedeck
adapter.Seegure33.
10. Assemble end of hose and a hose clamp over the round
openingofdeckadapterandtightenclamp.
GO DIRECTLY TO OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ON
PAGE 16.
FIGURE 32
FIGURE 33

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BEFORE STARTING
• YourVacSystemengineisshippedwithoutoilorgasoline.
Service the engine with oil and gas as instructed in the
separate engine manual.
• InspecttheVacSystemtomakesureallcovers(rear
door,vinylboot,elbow,hoseadapter,hoseanddeck
adapter are properly attached.
• Checktiresforproperination(printedontire).
HOW TO STOP YOUR VAC SYSTEM
• Tostopengine,movethethrottlecontrollevertothe
OFF position.
• Disconnect spark plug wire from plug to prevent
accidental starting while equipment is unattended or
isbeingworkedon.
WARNING: Neverllfueltankindoors,with
the engine running, or while the engine is
hot.Donotsmokewhilellingtank.
CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol
or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage.
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied
beforestoragefor30daysorlonger.Drainthegastank,startthe
engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
Use fresh fuel next season. See
STORAGE Instructions for additional information.
Neveruseengineorcarburetorcleanerproductsinthefueltank
or permanent damage may occur.
CAUTION: Themuferandadjacentareas
are hot!
LATCH LOCK LEVERLocksthecartbeddowntothetongue.
Releasestoallowcarttobetippedbackfordumping.
BOOT Connects the plastic elbow to the fabric top, directing
discharged material into the cart.
THROTTLE CONTROL Controls speed of engine.
CHOKE CONTROL Adjust to allow cold starting.
KNOW YOUR VAC SYSTEM
Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your Vac System.
ComparetheillustrationbelowwithyourVacSystemtofamiliarizeyourselfwiththevariouscontrolsandtheirlocations.
OPERATION
LATCH LOCK LEVER
THROTTLE
CONTROL
BOOT
CHOKE
CONTROL

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HOW TO START YOUR VAC SYSTEM
• CheckoilandgasinVacengine.
• Attachsparkplugwiretosparkplug.
• MovechokeleveronenginetoCHOKEposition.
 (Awarmenginemaynotrequirechoking.)
• Move throttle control lever on engine to FAST
position.
• Graspstarterhandleandpullropeoutslowlyuntilengine
reaches start of compression cycle (rope will pull slightly
harder at this point). Let the rope rewind slowly.
• Pullropewitharapid,continuous,fullarmstroke.Keep
armgriponstarterhandle.Letroperewindslowly.Do
notletstarterhandlesnapbackagainststarter.
• Repeatinstructionsintwoprecedingparagraphsuntil
engineres.Whenenginestarts,movechokecontrol
gradually to RUN position.
WARNING: Never start or run the engine
without all covers being properly attached to
the blower housing and cart.
HOW TO USE YOUR VAC SYSTEM
CAUTION: Vehiclebrakingandstabilitymay
be affected with the addition of an accessory
or an attachment. Be aware of changing
conditions on slopes.
• InspecttheVactomakesurethecover,reardoor,boot,
elbow,hoseadapter(nozzle),hoseanddeckadapter
are properly attached.
• Checktiresforproperination(listedontire).
• CheckforoilandgasinVacengine.
• Beginoperationatlowspeed,adjustingforwardspeedto
match grass height and/or moisture condition to prevent
clogging.
• Donotattempttovacuumupanymaterialotherthan
vegetation found in a normal yard, such as light branches,
leaves, twigs, etc.
WARNING: ShouldyourVacSystembecome
clogged, shut off tractor and Vac engines.
Beforeattemptingtounclog,removewirefrom
sparkplugtopreventaccidentalstarting.
ROPE
CAUTION: To avoid possible injury, be sure
that no one is near the cart before releasing
thelatchlocklever.
TO EMPTY THE CART
• Shutoffthetractorengineandsetthebrake.
• ShutofftheVacengine.
• Loosenthedrawstringandpullthebootbackfromthe
elbow.
• Removethetailgateandfoldupbagasshownbelow.
• Usetheropefromthetailgatetosecurebaginupright
position. Refer to illustration below.
• Releasethelatchlockleveronthetongueandtipthe
cartback.
• Usingarakeorsuitabletool,pullgrassclippingsand/or
leaves out of the cart.
• After the cart is emptied, tip it forward and secure it
tothetonguewiththelatchlocklever.Folddownbag
and install the tailgate. Secure tailgate in place with the
rope.
TO USE THE CART WITHOUT THE VAC SYSTEM
• Removeboltsholdingframetocartandstorebagand
frame in a safe place.
• Keepremovedbolts,washersandnutsinasafeplace
with bag.
• Removeandstorethefourboltsandnutswhichfasten
the engine base to the tongue.
• Slide the engine off the tongue and store in a safe
storage area.
CAUTION: Themuferandadjacentareas
are hot!
FIGURE 34

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MAINTENANCE
Service Dates
Checkforloosefasteners  X
 Checkcover  X
 Checktirepressure  X
 Checkengineoillevel  X
Lubricate X
Clean X X
Maintain engine per instructions below and in engine manual.
Beforeeachuse
After each use
Every season
Beforestorage
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Readandfollowthemaintenancescheduleandthemaintenanceprocedureslistedinthissection.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Fill in dates as you
complete regular service.
BEFORE EACH USE
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS
•MakeathoroughvisualcheckoftheVacSystemforany
bolts and nuts which may have loosened. Retighten any
loose bolts and nuts.
CHECK COVER
• Checkthecover,especiallythefrontbootandtherear
apforwear.Replacecoverifwornordamaged.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
• Check tire pressure regularly. Recommended tire
pressure is printed on tire.
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
• Checkoillevelbeforeeachuse.Maintainengineoilas
instructed in the separate engine manual.
LUBRICATION
•At the beginning of each season, lubricate the latch,
latch pivot bolt, and the axle where the hitch tongue
pivots, with a light machine oil.
• Atleastonceaseason,greaseoroilthewheelbearings.
Use automotive wheel bearing type grease or 20 weight
oil.
WARNING: Always stop engine and
disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning,
lubricating or before performing any repairs
or maintenance.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service
classicationSForSG.Selecttheoil'sSAEviscositygrade
according to your expected operating temperature. SAE 30
grade oil is recommended for warm weather use. For cold
weather use refer to the engine manufacturer's Operating
and Maintenance Manual.
• Checkoil level before each use. Maintain engine oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual.
• Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal
conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely
dustyconditions.Poorengineperformanceandooding
usually indicates that the air cleaner should be serviced.
To service the air cleaner, refer to the separate engine
manual.
• Thespark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset
onceaseason.Sparkplugreplacementatthestartof
eachseasonisrecommended.Checktheenginemanual
forcorrectplugtypeandgapspecications.
CLEANING
• Makesurethecartandtoparecleanedaftereachuse.
Grass clippings and leaves left in the cart will mildew
and cause damage if not cleaned out.
• Clean the engineregularlywithaclothorbrush.Keep
thecoolingnsontheenginehousingcleantopermit
proper air circulation which is essential to engine
performance and life. Be sure to remove all dirt and
debrisfrommuferarea.

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION
 Enginefailstostart 1.Sparkplugwiredisconnected. 1.Connectwiretosparkplug.
2. Safety switch not contacted. 2. Correctly install hose adapter nozzle.
  3.Fueltankempty,orstalefuel. 3.Filltankwithclean,freshfuel.
4. Fuel shut-off valve closed 4. Open fuel shut-off valve.
(if so equipped).
  5.Faultysparkplug. 5.Clean,adjustgaporreplace.
 Lossofpower; 1.Sparkplugwireloose 1.Connectandtightensparkplugwire.
 operationerratic. 2.UnitrunningonCHOKE. 2.MovechokelevertoOFFposition.
  3.Blockedfuellineorstalefuel. 3.Cleanfuelline;lltankwithclean
fresh gasoline.
  4.Waterordirtinfuelsystem. 4.Disconnectfuellineatcarburetortodrain
   fueltank.Rellwithfreshfuel.
5. Carburetor out of adjustment. 5. Adjust carburetor.*
6. Dirty air cleaner. 6. Service air cleaner.*
Engine overheats 1. Carburetor not adjusted 1. Adjust carburetor.*
properly.
  2.Engineoillevellow. 2.Fillcrankcasewithproperoil.
Too much vibration Loose parts or damaged 1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect
  impeller. sparkplugwire.Tightenallboltsandnuts.
   Makeallnecessaryrepairs.Ifvibration
continues, have unit serviced by an
authorized service dealer.
Unit does not 1. Discharge chute (elbow) 1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect
 discharge clogged. sparkplugwire.Cleaninsideofhousing
and discharge chute (elbow).
2. Foreign object lodged in 2. Stop engine immediately and disconnect
  impeller. sparkplugwire.Removelodgedobject.
  3.VacCartisfull. 3.Emptycart.
*Refertotheenginemanualpackedwithyourunit.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your nearest authorized service dealer.
• Cleantheengineandtheentireunitthoroughly.
• Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage
instructions.
• Ifstoringinanunventilatedormetalstorageshed,coat
metal parts with light oil or silicone to prevent rust.
• Storeunitinaclean,dryarea.
It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in
essentialfuelsystempartssuchasthecarburetor,fuellter,
fuelhoseortankduringstorage.Also,alcoholblendedfuels
(called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids
during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of
an engine while in storage.
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied
before storage of 30 days or longer. Follow the instructions
in the engine’s Operating & Maintenance Manual.
TROUBLESHOOTING
STORAGE

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CART REPAIR PARTS
FOR 45-04072 MOW-N-VAC
6
19
31
7
19
20
4
15
15
17
A
16
16
2
9
6
A
15
16
10
12
1
28
29
27
3
16
5
16
17
18
15
1
18
8
21
13
26
23
23
14
30
22
11
25
25
24
23