Peco Pro Series User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
GRASS COLLECTION
SYSTEM
DESIGNED FOR:
ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE
FERRIS IS 1500Z
MODEL: #41721205, #417212013
MANUAL PART#: Q0379 $10.00 REV: 1
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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 INSTALLATION FOR USE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5
2-1 Preparation of Mower- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5
2-2 Lower Frame Leg Installation- - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6
2-3 Main Frame Assembly Installation- - - - - - - - - - - 6
2-4 Engine Mount Tube Installation- - - - - - - - - - - - - 7
2-5 Engine Mount Arm Assembly Installation - - - - - - 7
2-6 Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly Installation- - - - - 7
2-7 Lift Handle Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7
2-8 Aluminum Grass Container Installation - - - - - - - 8
2-9 Inlet Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
2-10 Dump Mechanism Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
2-11 Boot Installation- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9
2-12 Weight Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9
Safety
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 unit while mowing or operating your attachment. Don’t let others distract you.
6. Do not attempt to operate your unit or mower when not in the driver’s seat.
7. Always stop unit when emptying the container.
8. Stop unit, shut off deck attachment, set parking brake, shut off mower engine and remove spark plug wire before
removing clogs, removing or replacing hose, boot, blower cone, or performing any maintenance.
9. Mow across the face of slopes (not steeper than 10 degrees); never up and down 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.
SECTION PAGE
2-13 Blower Cone Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10
2-14 Impeller Blade Removal/Replacement - - - - - - - 10
2-15 Length of Hose Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
2-16 Upper Hose Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
2-17 Lower Hose to Blower Cone Installation - - - - - - 11
2-18 Lower Hose to Boot Installation - - - - - - - - - - - 11
Exploded Parts View and Drawings - - - - - - - - - - 12-17
III OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
3-1 General Safety - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
3-2 Operation & Tips On Mowing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
3-3 Unloading The Collection System - - - - - - - - - - - 18
IV MAINTENANCE- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
4-1 Maintenance Checklist - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
4-2 Lubrication- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
V PARTS AND SERVICE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 19
5-1 Parts And Service Information - - - - - - - - - - - - - 19
Safety Decals - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 20
Torque Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21

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SAFETY
WARNING! NEVER operate the unit unless the discharge guard and either the deflector assembly or the
vacuum collector adapter are fastened securely in place.
WARNING! Do not work around the mower deck boot or the blower area until you are certain that the mower
blades and the blower impeller have stopped rotating.
WARNING! To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the vacuum collector; ONLY AFTER
STOPPING THE MOWER’S ENGINE AND WAITING FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A
COMPLETE STOP. Set the parking brake. Always remove the ignition key before beginning maintenance.
WARNING! For your own personal safety, ALWAYS mow ACROSS the face of slopes and NEVER UP
and DOWN the face. NEVER attempt to mow excessively steep slopes, and use caution when turning on any slope.
Safety Alert Symbol
This Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! BECOME
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 DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are used on the equipment safety signs. These words
are intended to alert the viewer to the existence and the degree of hazard seriousness.
!
DANGER
!
WARNING
!
CAUTION
!
This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
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.
White letters on RED
Black letters on ORANGE
Black letters on YELLOW

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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: Any part of any consumer product, which is defective in material or workmanship as
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. ALL
DEFECTIVE PARTS MUST BE RETURNED TO PECO FOR INSPECTION TO DETERMINE
VALIDITY OF WARRANTY CLAIMS. Freight and mailing will be borne by the customer.
2. PARTS REPLACED DURING WARRANTY: Any new PECO part which is furnished in performance of this
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., 100 Airport Road, Arden, NC 28704 before any warranty adjustment can be authorized.
At the time of requesting warranty adjustment, the purchaser must present evidence for 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 AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED
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.

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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 mower. This manual is
provided to give you the necessary instructions to
properly mount and operate the collection system on
your 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 mower.
1-2 Description
The collection system is designed for turf maintenance
where there is a need to collect the grass clippings as
the mower cuts the turf. It is also good for picking up
leaves and twigs in pre-season and post-season clean-
up.
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
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.
Section II
INSTALLATION FOR USE
2-1 Preparation Of Mower
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: before each step of assembly it will help to study
the exploded drawings on pages 12 through 17.
Remove the existing hardware that fastens the rear
bumper assembly to the ROPS. Remove the rear
bumper assembly and ROPS from the rear frame of the
mower. Refer to Figure 2-1a for details. Figure 2-1b
shows the mower with the rear bumper assembly and
ROPS removed.
Figure 2-1b shows the mower with the rear bumper
assembly and ROPS removed.
Rotating The Donaldson Air Cleaner
Note: If equipped with a Donaldson air cleaner, unit
must be rotated to make clearance for top main frame
assembly. To rotate Donaldson air cleaner, loosen bolt on
air cleaner bracket, rotate air cleaner forward as needed
for clearance as shown in Figure 2-1a and tighten.
Figure 2-1a
ROPS
Remove Existing
Hardware
Rear Bumper
Assembly
Rear Bumper Assembly
and ROPS Removed
Figure 2-1b
Rotate To The
Forward Position
Loosen Bolt
Figure 2-1c

2-2 Lower Frame Leg Installation
Mount the left lower frame leg P#(B0513) and right lower
frame leg P#(B0512) to the outside of the rear mower
frame using (1) 1/2”-13 x 1” HHCS P#(K1231) and (1)
1/2”-13 nyloc nut P#(K1247) per side as shown in Figure
2-2a.
NOTE: It is recommended that someone assist you in
this step.
Fasten the ROPS to the left and right lower frame legs
using the existing hardware removed in Section 2-1.
Refer to Figure 2-2b and 2-2c for reference.
2-3 Main Frame Assembly Installation
NOTE: It is recommended that (2) people assist you when
installing the main frame assembly.
Ferris 1500Z Series: Fasten the main frame assembly
P#(A1072) to the rear frame legs using (2) 3/8”-16 x 1”
HHCS P#(K1191) and (2) 3/8” 16 nyloc nut P#(K1216) per
frame leg as shown in Figure 2-3a.
Ferris 2000Z Series: Fasten the main frame assembly
P#(A1052) to the rear frame legs using (2) 3/8”-16 x 1”
HHCS P#(K1191) and (2) 3/8” 16 nyloc nut P#(K1216) per
frame leg as shown in Figure 2-3b.
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Figure 2-2a
(1) 1/2”-13 x 1” HHCS
(1) 1/2”-13 Flange Nut
(Per Side)
Left Lower
Frame Leg
Figure 2-2c
Figure 2-2b
ROPS
ROPS
Right Lower
Frame Leg
Left Lower
Frame Leg
Existing
Hardware
Existing
Hardware
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Ferris 2000Z Series
Upper Frame
Assembly
(2) 3/8”-16 x 1” HHCS
(2) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut
Figure 2-3b
Ferris 1500Z Series
(2) 3/8”-16 x 1” HHCS
(2) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut
Upper Frame
Assembly
Figure 2-3a

2-4 Engine Mount Tube Installation
Fasten the engine mount tube P#(B1117) to the left and
right lower frame legs using (2) 3/8”-16 U-Bolts
P#(K1119) and (4) 3/8”-16 nyloc nut P#(K1216) as
shown in Figure 2-4.
2-5 Engine Mount Arm Assembly
Installation
Insert the engine mount arm assembly P#(A0274) into
the engine mount tube assembly P#(B1117) and fasten
using (1) detent pin P#(J0248) as shown in Figure 2-5.
2-6 Engine/Blower/Blade Assembly
Installation
Position the engine/blower/blade assembly on top of the
engine mount arm assembly P#(A0274) and fasten using (4)
5/16”-18 x 1-1/2” HHCS P#(K1157) and (4) 5/16”-18 nyloc
nut P#(K1180) as shown in Figure 2-6.
2-7 Lift Handle Installation
The various parts of the handle assembly P#(A0686) must
be attached to the container frame. Page shows the 11
orientation and location of the components. Slide the lift
handle into the slot in the handle mount bracket P#(B1737)
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) to the end of the latch rod P#(A0260) (Page 11).
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 pages 10 and 11 for exploded parts drawings and
photographs of the complete assembly.
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Figure 2-4
Engine
Mount Tube
U-Bolt
U-Bolt
Figure 2-5
Detent Pin
Engine Mount
Arm Assembly
Engine
Mount Tube
Figure 2-6
(4) 5/16”-18 X 1-1/2” HHCS
(4) 5/16”-18 Nyloc Nut

2-8 Aluminum Grass Container
Installation
NOTE: It is recommended that (3) people assist in
mounting 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 (Figure 2-8a & 2-8b).
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 from the
mowers seat, push the lift handle away from the unit,
and lift upward. The door of the container should open
and the box should pivot counter-clockwise towards the
ground.
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Figure 2-8b
Figure 2-8a
Pivot Pins
Washer
Hair Pin Clip
Insert Pins
From Outside
Insert Pins
From Outside
2-9 Inlet Installation
The inlet will need to be attached to the container (Page
10). 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.
2-10 Dump Mechanism Adjustment
The linkage may be adjusted in two places, at the
adjusting screw P#(K1435) and the latch assembly
items. See page 11 for visual clarification. To change the
door closure tightness, screw the adjusting screw
(Figure 2-9) 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.
Figure 2-10
Adjustment
Screw

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2-11 Boot Installation
Ferris 1500Z Series: Fasten the boot plate P#(B0521)
to the boot P#(E1031) using (2) 3/8”-16 x 1” carriage
bolts P#(K1182) and (2) 3/8”-16 nyloc nuts P#(K1216).
Insert the carriage bolts from inside the boot and fasten
the flange nuts on the outside of the boot ad shown in
Figure 2-11a. This will prevent grass clippings from
collecting on the bolts. To attach the boot plate and boot
to the mower deck, slide the boot plate under the grass
deflector rod. Refer to Figure 2-11a for reference.
Ferris 2000Z Series: Fasten the boot plate P#(B0522)
to the boot P#(E1030) using (2) 3/8”-16 x 1” carriage
bolts P#(K1182) and (2) 3/8”-16 nyloc nuts P#(K1216).
Insert the carriage bolts from inside the boot and fasten
the flange nuts on the outside of the boot ad shown in
Figure 2-11b. This will prevent grass clippings from
collecting on the bolts. To attach the boot plate and boot
to the mower deck, slide the boot plate under the grass
deflector rod. Refer to Figure 2-11b for reference.
2-12 Weight Installation
Ferris 1500Z Series: Fasten the weight bracket
P#(B0523) to the front frame of the mower using (2)
3/8”-16 x 3/4” HHCS P#(K1190) and (2) 3/8”-16 nyloc
nuts. Place the weight P#(B2220) on top of the weight
bracket and fasten using (2) 1/2”-13 x 4” U-bolts and (2)
1/2”-13 nyloc nuts. See Figure 2-12a for reference.
Ferris 2000Z Series: Fasten the weight bracket
P#(B0523) to the front frame of the mower using (2)
3/8”-16 x 3/4” HHCS P#(K1190) and (2) 3/8”-16 nyloc
nuts P#(K1216). Place the weight P#(B0035) on top of
the weight bracket and fasten using (2) 1/2”-13 x 4” U-
bolts P#(K0331) and (2) 1/2”-13 nyloc nuts P#(K1247).
See Figure 2-12b for reference.
Figure 2-11a
Boot
Grass
Deflector Rod
(2) 3/8”-16 x 1”
Carriage Bolt
(2) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut
Boot
Plate
Boot
Plate
Boot
Grass
Deflector Rod
(2) 3/8”-16 x 1”
Carriage Bolt
(2) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut
Figure 2-11b
Figure 2-12a
1500Z
Weight
Weight
Bracket
U-Bolts
(2) 3/8”-16 x 3/4” HHCS
(2) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut
Figure 2-12b
2000Z
Weight
Weight
Bracket
U-Bolts
(2) 3/8”-16 x 3/4” HHCS
(2) 3/8”-16 Flange Nut

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2-13 Blower Cone Installation
Thread (1) 5/16”-18 jam nut P#(K0120) onto each end of
(2) 5/16”-18 x 2-1/2” HHCS P#(K0125). Now partially
thread the bolts into each of the two tabs located on the
blower housing. Place blower cone so the two tabs line up
with the bolts then tighten completely. See Figure 2-13.
2-14 Impeller Blade
Removal/Replacement
To Remove: First remove the center bolt (#1), washer
(#2) and spacer (#3) from the taper-lock bushing (#5).
See Figure 2-14. Next remove the (2) 1/4”-20 bolts (#4)
and place them into the threaded holes of the taper-lock
bushing (next to the holes they were removed from).
Gradually thread each bolt evenly into the taper-lock
bushing, forcing the blade to break-away from the taper-
lock bushing. If the impeller will not move, hit the base of
the impeller, between each vein, with a hammer, then try
again.
To Replace: Place impeller blade over the engine shaft.
Slide the taper-lock bushing on to the engine shaft and
into the impeller blade, aligning the non-threaded holes
of the taper-lock bushing to the threaded holes of the
impeller blade. Fasten by using (2) 1/4”-20 HHCS grade
#8 bolts, (1) spacer washer and (1) HHCS bolt w/
washer. Torque to the proper specifications in the torque
chart on the back of this manual. Next, rotate the
impeller blade to insure that the blade is clear of contact
on all sides of the blower housing.
1
2
3
4
5
Impeller Blade
Figure 2-13 (2) 5/16”-18 x 2-1/2” HHCS
(2) 5/16”-18 Jam Nuts
Blower
Cone
Blower
Housing Tabs
WARNING
!
Figure 2-14

2-15 Lengths Of Hose Adjustment
The hoses in steps 2-16 and 2-17 must be cut to fit your
machine. Follow steps 2-16 and 2-17. 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.
2-16 Upper Hose Installation
Slide (1) 6” hose clamp P#(J0060) onto both ends of the
6” upper hose. Place (1) hose ring P#(E0007) into one
end of the 6” hose making sure the hose is on at least
2”, then tighten the hose clamp. Proceed to slide the
opposite end of the 6” hose onto the blower assembly
outlet and tighten hose clamp. Place the hose ring into
the inlet ring and tighten the locking pin. See Figure 2-16
for details. Make sure both ends of the hose are clearly
attached to the inlet and the blower assembly outlet.
2-17 Lower Hose To Blower Cone
Installation
Slide a hose clamp P#(J0070 or J0080) 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 2-18b.
2-18 Lower Hose To Boot Installation
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. Tip: Before
securing clamp rotate hose counter-clockwise
(away from yourself) approximately 1” to add in retaining
boot to mower deck.
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Figure 2-18a
Boot
Hose
Clamp
Lower
Hose
Figure 2-18b
Inlet
Blower
Cone
Hose
Clamps
Lower
Hose
Upper
Hose
Hose
Clamps
Figure 2-16
Upper
Hose
Hose
Clamp
Lower
Hose
Blower
Cone
Hose
Clamp
Inlet
Hose
Ring
Locking
Pin

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INLET RING
Lift Handle Assembly
Figure-10.
Aluminum Grass Container
With Handle Attached
Figure-11.
Latch Hook Mechanism Assembly
Figure -12.
Aluminum Grass Container Assembly

Aluminum
Grass Container
Exploded View
C0040 - BOX TOP
C0029 - SCREEN SUPPORT
C1184 - FILL GAGE
K1418 - LINKAGE PIN
C0046 - BOX BOTTOM
K1435 - ADJUSTING SCREW
A0260 - LATCH ROD
K1422 - ADJUSTING NUT
B0193 - LINKAGE ROD
J0176 - LATCH SPRING
J0522 - HANDLE
GRIP
A0574 - BOX HANDLE
V1152 - INLET RING W/
LOCKING PIN
B8113 - SCREEN
B0205 - BASE FRAME
B1529 - LATCH HOOK
B0192 - BASE FRAME PIVOT MOUNT
K1442 - ADJUSTING BALL JOINT
A0557 - DOOR FRAME
ASSEMBLY
C0031 - BOX BACK & SIDES
B1730 - HANDLE MOUNT
A0558 - BOX/DOOR FRAME
V1131 - PLASTIC DOOR
B0194 - UPPER DOOR
MEMBER
B1574 - PIVOT BRACKET
A0087 - LATCH HOOK PIVOT PLATE
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SECTION III
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
3-1 General Safety
Only qualified people familiar with this operator’s manual
and the mower’s operator’s manual should operate this
machine.
3-2 Operation & Tips On Mowing
A. Perform BEFORE EACH USE maintenance list in
paragraph 4-1.
B. Start the engine/blower/blade assembly.
B. Start mower.
C. With the mower at high idle speed, engage the mower
deck.
D. Proceed to operate the control levers of the mower.
NOTE: If the collection system does not appear to be
collecting the grass clippings; disengage the deck,
and blower, engage the parking brake and turn the
mower off. Check the upper hose, lower hose, top
screen and boot for clogs.
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.
3-3 Unloading The Collection System
NOTE: Press the tab, located behind the operator’s left
side, downward to feel if the collection system is full. If
the container is full there will be resistance when
depressing the tab.
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E. Once the contents of the container have fallen out,
the container is ready to move back into its 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: If you do not hold the handle away from the
mower as you pull the handle downward, the latch will
not lock and the container can unexpectedly release the
contents collected.
SECTION IV
MAINTENANCE
4-1 Maintenance Checklist
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.
A. Stop the forward movement of the mower.
B. Disengage the mower 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 its contents.
4-2 Lubrication
NOTE: Use only white lithium based grease for
lubrication of the shaft on the blower assembly.
1. On initial use: Grease the fitting on the blower shaft.
2. Every 25 hours of use: Re-grease the grease fitting.
3. Every 200 hours of use: Check oil levels in gear box.
Oil in gear box should cover the gears. If not, fill using
an EP90 weight oil. 6oz. will fill the gear box from
empty.

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Model Number
Serial Number
PECO
OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT
Arden, North Carolina 28704
WRITE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER IN
THE BOX ABOVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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
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Unit Model Number:_________________________________
Unit Engine Size: __________________________________
Unit Serial Number: _______________________________
Date of purchase: _____/_____/_________
Dealer/Distributor Name: _________________________________________
Dealer’s/Distributor’s: _______________________ State:___________ Zip:____________
Phone Number: ____________________________
Address: PECO Inc.
10 Walden Drive
Arden, NC 28704
Phone #: [phone] or Toll Free: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

SAFETY DECALS
To promote safe operation, PECO supplies safety decals on all products manufactured. Damage can occur to
safety decals either through shipment, use or reconditioning. Contact your local Service Center for replacement decals.
Part #: R1054
Part #: R1049 Part #: R1057
Part #: R1053
Part #: R1055
Part #:R1051
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Part #: R1070
Part #: R1065
Part #: R4027
Part #: R1069
Part #: R4028
Part #:R4008
Part #:R4015 Part #:R4054