Ferris FAST-Vac User manual

Brand: Ferris

Model: FAST-Vac

Type: User manual

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OPERATOR’S

MANUAL

FAST-Vac

Grass Collection Systems

48” & 52” Mower Decks

with Setup Instructions

IMPORTANT NOTE:

These FAST-Vac Systems fit 2009

and newer Model Year product

equipped with the iCD decks.

5103134

Rev E

System Number: Description Fits Models: Serial Number Range:

5600539 2 Bag System - 48” Mower Deck S150XT All

S50X S/N: 2014749760 & Above

S150X & IS1500Z S/N: 2014644055 & Above

5600540 3 Bag System - 48” Mower Deck S150XT All

S150X & IS1500Z S/N: 2014644055 & Above

5600372 2 Bag System - 52” Mower Deck IS500Z S/N: 2013806686 & Above

5600371 3 Bag System - 52” Mower Deck S175X, S125XT, S150XT,

IS700Z & F160Z

All

S150X S/N: 2013806686 & Above

5600373 3 Bag System - 52” Mower Deck IS2100Z All

5600445 3 Bag System - 52” Mower Deck IS2500Z S/N: 2013806686 & Above

5600807 3 Bag System - 52” Mower Deck IS1500Z & IS1500ZX S/N: 2013806686 & Above

5600808 3 Bag System - 52” Mower Deck IS2000Z S/N: 2013806686 & Above

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DATE PURCHASED / FECHA COMPRADA

Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC.

FERRIS is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton

Corporation Milwaukee, WI, USA.

SNAPPER PRO is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton

Corporation Milwaukee, WI, USA.

Contact Information:

Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC.

5375 N. Main St.

Munnsville, NY 13409-4003

(800) 933-6175

www.ferrismowers.com

www.snapperpro.com

Thank you for purchasing this quality-built FERRIS or

SNAPPER PRO product. We’re pleased that you’ve

placed your confidence in the FERRIS or SNAPPER

PRO brand. When operated and maintained

according to the instructions in this manual, your

FERRIS or SNAPPER PRO product will provide many

years of dependable service.

This manual contains safety information to make

you aware of the hazards and risks associated

with this machine and how to avoid them. This

machine is designed and intended to be used and

maintained according to the manual for finish cutting

of established lawns and is not intended for any other

purpose. It is important that you read and understand

these instructions thoroughly before attempting to start

or operate this equipment. Save these instructions

for future reference.

The illustrations in this manual are representative and

may not exactly match your unit.

Assembly:

This manual includes the setup instructions for

installing a Fast-Vac blower with either a 2-bag or

3-bag Soft Top grass collection system.

For units that are being setup with an EZ-Dump

Hopper, EZ-Dump XL Hopper or a 2-Bag / 3-Bag Hard

Top collection system, consult the manual included

with the collection system for setup instructions.

For units that are being setup with an EZ Dump from

Seat collector, consult the manual included with the

collector for setup instructions.

Table of Contents

Safety Rules & Information ............................... 1

Safety Decals ..........................................................2

Safety Icons ............................................................3

General Operating Instructions ........................ 5

Before Operation .....................................................5

Mowing with the Double / Triple Catcher ................5

After Operation ........................................................5

Storing the Grass Catcher ......................................5

Mowing Without the Blower ....................................5

Installation ........................................................... 6

Rear Suspension Adjustment (Models

Equipped with Rear Suspension) .........................6

Ball Joint Hardware Replacement ..........................8

Prepare Discharge Chute Opening .........................9

Preparing the Blower Mount for Assembly ...........10

Blower Assembly ..................................................11

Mower Deck Preparation ......................................12

Blower Installation .................................................15

Collector Installation ..............................................16

Install the Weight Mount and Counter Weights ....21

Blower & Collector Removal ........................... 22

Maintenance ...................................................... 23

Maintenance Schedule .........................................23

Check the Blower Housing and Impeller ..............23

Check the Condition of the Collection Bags .........23

Lubrication ............................................................23

Unplugging a Clogged Unit ...................................24

Troubleshooting ............................................... 25

Troubleshooting Chart ..........................................25

Troubleshooting the Collection System ................25

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GENERAL WARNINGS

• Know the mower controls, safety rules and how

to stop quickly. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE

MOWER OPERATOR’S MANUAL.

• Read and obey all safety decals.

• Wear appropriate ear, eye and breathing

protection.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar

with the instructions, to operate the unit.

• Disengage the electric clutch (PTO). Shut off the

engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before

attaching, adjusting, or disconnecting any part of

the collection system.

• Check the collection system to make sure it is

bolted tightly to the rider.

• DO NOT operate the mower without either the

entire grass catcher or the deflector in place.

• Turn off the PTO switch to disengage the blades

when not mowing.

• DO NOT mow in reverse. Always look down and

behind before and while travelling in reverse.

• DO NOT turn sharply when travelling alongside a

building or any object. Slow down before turning.

• DO NOT carry passengers on the rider.

• When blower assembly is removed from the

mower deck, the deflector must be properly

installed.

• Collector bags are subject to deterioration

and wear during normal use. Inspect the bag

periodically for tears, holes or weak spots and

replace with a new bag that meets manufacturer’s

durability standards.

• If the mower stalls or the turbo blower chute plugs:

1. Disengage the electric clutch (PTO);

2. Stop the engine and remove the key;

3. Set the parking brake, and wait for all moving

parts to stop.

4. Remove the foreign object or clear the chute

with a piece of wood before restarting the

engine. NEVER place hands into blower

housing to clear jammed object. Blower

may rotate when object is removed.

• For added rider stability and to prevent tipping or

loss of control:

a. Use reduced speed on uneven ground and

when turning corners.

b. Reduce loads on hillsides. It is recommended

that the collection system be kept no more

than half full when negotiating any slopes. Start

mowing on slopes when the collection system

is empty.

c. Mow across the face of slopes; not up and

down.

• Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6%

(10°).

Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss

of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or

equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.

The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.

Safety Rules & Information

SAFETY RULES & INFORMATION

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Safety Rules & Information

Safety Decals

Before operating your unit, read the safety decals. The

cautions and warnings are for your safety. To avoid a

personal injury or damage to the unit, understand and

follow all the safety decals.

WARNING

If any safety decals become worn or damaged,

and cannot be read, order replacement decals

from your dealer.

Previous Units with Text Decals

A. Part Number: 3046850 - “Decal, Danger/

Warning”

B. Part Number: 3046851 - “Decal, Warning-

Blower”

C. Part Number: 3046883 - “Decal, Warning-

Shield”

D. Part Number: 7027733 - “Decal, Ear

Protection”

Current Units with Icon Decals

A. Part Number: 5104313 - “Decal, Blower,

Small, Icons”

B. Part Number: 5104314 - “Decal, Blower,

Main, Large, Icons”

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Safety Rules & Information

2-Bag & 3-Bag Collector Hood

A. Decal, Container, Icons (Sewn into fabric

of collector hood)

Safety Icons

Danger - Rollover hazard:

• Do not operate up or down slopes or without the

front counter balance weights.

• Operate on slopes only if under 10 degrees.

• Always use front counterbalance weights while

operating on slopes.

Warning - Amputation and thrown objects hazard:

• To avoid injury from rotating parts (of the blower).

• Stay clear of parts and keep all shields and guards

in place.

• Operate blower only with entire collection system

installed and latched closed.

Warning - Amputation and thrown objects hazard:

• Disengage the blower (blades) and remove

the ignition key, wait for all parts to stop before

disconnecting or unlatching any parts attached to

blower or collection system.

Warning - Read the Operator’s Manual.

Caution - Always wear hearing protection when

operating.

Warning - Loss of traction and control hazard:

• Do not operate with only the collection system

installed.

• Do not operate with only the front counter balance

weights installed.

• Operate only with both the entire collection system

and front counter balance weights installed and the

collection system closed and latched.

Danger - Dismemberment:

• This machine can crush and cut. Keep hands

away from belts and pulleys.

Danger - Amputation and thrown objects hazard:

• To avoid injury from rotating blades, stay clear of

deck edge and keep others away.

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Safety Rules & Information

Danger - Thrown objects hazard:

• Do not mow without discharge chute or entire

grass catcher in place.

Warning - Thrown objects hazard:

• Do not open collection system container with

engine running.

• Do not operate with blower or collection system

tube unlatched or missing.

• Operate only with both the entire collection system

and front counterbalance weights installed and the

collection system closed and latched.

Warning - Loss of traction and control hazard:

• Do not operate with only the collection system

installed.

• Do not operate with only the front counter balance

weights installed.

• Operate only with both the entire collection system

and front counter balance weights installed and the

collection system closed and latched.

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General Operating Instructions

GENERAL OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

Before Operation

Clear the lawn of all sticks, stones, wire and other

debris which may be caught or thrown by the mower

blades.

WARNING

ALWAYS shut off the tractor, disengage

the PTO and allow all moving parts to stop

BEFORE disconnecting or clearing tube, or

emptying catcher.

Before leaving the operator’s position for any

reason, engage the parking brake, disengage

the PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.

To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, rider

and mower free of grass, leaves and excess

grease. Do not stop or park rider over dry

leaves, grass or combustible materials.

CAUTION

This machine produces sound levels

in excess of 85 dBA at the operator’s

ear and can cause hearing loss though

extended periods of exposure.

Wear hearing protection when operating this

machine.

After Operation

Remove any debris from the screen on the underside

of the lid. Note: The lid screen can be partially

removed for easier cleaning and should be cleaned

regularly.

The blower housing and tube should be removed for

cleaning.

Inspect the grass bags for wear or damage. Make

sure that there is a snug fit between mower deck,

blower housing, tubes, and grass catcher cover.

Storing the Grass Catcher

Clean the grass catcher thoroughly using a mild

detergent (other products may damage the tube).

Remove any debris from the screen on the underside

of the lid. The screen can be partially removed for

easier cleaning.

If paint has been scratched on metal parts, touch

up with paint, or apply a thin film of oil to prevent

corrosion.

Store in a dry area. Hang the catcher and catcher

bags to dry thoroughly before storing for a long period

of time. Always store away from moisture.

Mowing Without the Blower

For operation without the blower, the deflector must

be properly installed in the down position.

To remove the blower, reverse the installation steps.

Check grass condition. If wet, wait until later in the

day. If grass is wet, the grass catcher is likely to

become plugged.

For efficient bagging, air circulation under the

mower deck, through the chute and into the bag is

very important.

For this reason, BEFORE YOU BEGIN MOWING you

should make certain the underside of the mower and

the underside of the catcher lid are free from grass

and debris.

Make sure that there is a snug fit between mower

deck, blower housing, tubes, and grass catcher cover.

Mowing with the Double / Triple Catcher

Always operate with throttle at full speed when

mowing.

Always wear hearing protection when operating

grass catcher.

Grass should be cut often, and not too short. If grass

is too long or lush it may be necessary to keep ground

speed to a minimum or to cut only half the width of the

mower to prevent clogging. If grass is long, operate

with mower in high cutting position for first pass,

cutting again in a lower position on a second pass.

Do not open the cover with mower engaged.

If a large amount of cut grass is spilling out from

under deck, the tube may be plugged or the bags

may be full— discontinue mowing, stop the rider,

disengage the PTO and then empty the catcher or

clear the tube.

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Installation

Figure 1. Upper Shock Mounting Positions

Installation

INSTALLATION

Rear Suspension Adjustment (Models

Equipped with Rear Suspension)

Many units equipped with rear suspension have

multiple upper mounting positions for the rear shock

assembly (A, Figure 1). If the unit that you are

installing the collection system on is equipped with

rear suspension, the upper mounting position of

the rear shock assembly must be re-positioned to

accommodate the additional weight of the collection

system.

Some units are equipped with two (2) upper shock

mounting positions and some units are equipped

with three (3) upper shock mounting positions. To

accommodate the additional weight of the collection

system the upper end of the shock mount assembly

must re-positioned so that the shock is in its most

vertical orientation.

If the unit that you are installing the collection

system on does not have additional upper mounting

positions, the spring’s pre-load must be adjusted. For

unit’s with additional upper mounting positions:

if a stiffer ride is desired after the rear shock is

re-positioned to it’s most vertical position, it can be

achieved by adjusting the spring’s pre-load.

To adjust the upper shock mounting position:

1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface. Engage

the parking brake, disengage the PTO, turn the

ignition switch to OFF, and remove the key from

the ignition.

2. Chock the front wheels of the unit to prevent the

machine from rolling.

3. Raise the rear of the machine and secure with jack

stands. The jack stands must be positioned under

the bumper of the unit.

4. Position the jack under the suspension cradle (or

the cross member that ties the suspension arms

together, depending on your unit) and slowly raise

the rear suspension to relieve the pressure on the

upper shock mounting bolts.

NOTE: This will require small adjustments to the

jacks position. The shock should move freely on the

mounting bolt when the pressure is relieved.

5. Remove the upper shock mounting hardware and

pivot the shock to the position that orients the

shock most vertically (position #2 for units with two

(2) upper mounting positions; position #3 for units

with three (3) upper mounting positions). Adjust

the jack to align the shock assembly to the shock

mounting hole.

6. Re-install the upper shock mounting hardware and

tighten securely.

Figure 2. Shock Pre-Load Adjuster

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7. Remove the jack from underneath the suspension

cradle (or suspension cross member, depending

on your unit).

8. Remove the jack stands from underneath the

machine.

To adjust the spring pre-load:

1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface. Engage

the parking brake, disengage the PTO, turn the

ignition switch to OFF, and remove the ignition

key.

2. Chock the front wheels of the machine to prevent

the machine from rolling.

3. Raise the rear of the machine and secure with jack

stands.

4. Remove the rear drive tires.

5. To adjust the spring pre-load of the shock

assembly (A, Figure 2) insert the tip of the

spanner wrench (p/n 5022853) (B), that came with

the zero-turn riding mower, into the notch of the

pre-load adjuster (C). While holding the spanner

wrench in place with one hand, turn counter-

clockwise to increase the amount of pre-load.

(Turning clockwise will decrease the amount

of pre-load.) Make sure that both rear shock

assemblies are adjusted to the same pre-load

position.

6. Re-install the rear drive tires. Torque the lug bolts

to 85-91 ft. lbs. (115-129 Nm). Remove the jack

stands from under the machine.

NOTE: If the spanner wrench is not located in a clamp

under the seat plate of your unit, it was included with

the publication packet for the zero-turn riding mower.

WARNING

Use two hands when adjusting the shock

assembly springs. The will prevent the wrench

from slipping while pressure is being applied.

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Installation

Ball Joint Hardware Replacement

(Ferris IS2000Z & IS2500Z Models with 52” Mower

Decks Only)

The hardware and spacers that secure the rear ball

joint (A, Figure 3) on the right hand front suspension

arm has to be replaced with the hardware and spacer

included with this kit. This change is necessary to

provide clearance for the blower unit and must be

completed before blower unit installation.

To replace the ball joint spacers and hardware:

1. Lower the front of the mower deck down onto

wooden blocks to relieve the tension on the front

deck hanger chains. Jack up the front of the

tractor frame until the weight is lifted off the front

caster wheels.

2. Remove the 3/4”-10 X 3-1/2” bolt (A, Figure 4)

and 3/4-16 nylon lock nut (B) that attaches the ball

joint (C) to the frame (D). Discard the bolt, and .75

X 1.75 X 1.00 spacer (E). Retain the .75 X 1.00 X

.25 spacer (F) and 3/4-16 nylon lock nut.

3. Install the new 3/4”-16 X 2-1/2” thin-headed bolt

(G), through the new .76 X 1.06 X .07 spacer

(H), the ball joint, the .75 X 1.00 X .25 spacer (F)

retained in step #2, the frame and secure using

the 3/4-16 nylon lock nut (B) previously removed.

Figure 3. Location of Ball Joint

A. Ball Joint to be Replaced

Figure 4. Replacing the Ball Joint Hardware

A. 3/4-16 X 3-1/2” Bolt

B. 3/6-16 Nylon Lock Nut

C. Ball Joint

D. Frame

E. .75 x 1.75 x 1.00 Spacer

F. .75 x 1.00 x .25 Spacer

G. 3/4-10 X 2-1/2” Thin Headed Bolt

H. .76 X 1.06 X .07 Spacer

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Figure 5. Remove Chute & Guard

A. Discharge Chute

B. Chute Mount Rod

C. Chute Lock Bolt

D. Guard

E. Deflector Plate Mount Hardware

F. Deflector Plate

G. Mower Deck

H. Discharge Chute Rod Mount Hardware

1-1/2"

(3,8 cm)

5/8"

(1,6 cm)

3/8" Drill

Figure 6. Discharge Chute Mount

Prepare Discharge Chute Opening

Remove the Discharge Chute & Deck Guard

1. Remove the discharge chute (A, Figure 5), chute

mount rod (B) and mounting hardware.

NOTE: Retain the discharge chute, chute mount rod,

and mounting hardware. If the blower is removed from

the unit they need to be re-installed for safe operation.

2. Remove the chute lock bolt (C) and nut.

3. Remove the deck guard (D). Save the bolts and

washers, as they will be required in a later step.

Remove the Deflector Plate

1. Loosen and remove the hardware (E, Figure 5)

that secures the deflector plate (F) to the mower

deck (G).

2. Remove the deflector plate.

3. Save the plate and hardware. When operating the

unit without the collection system installed, the

user will experience a better cutting quality if the

deflector plate in reinstalled.

Drill Hole in Discharge Chute Bracket

1. Examine the discharge chute mount bracket on the

mower deck. If the hole pattern looks like the one

shown, you must drill a 3/8” hole in the location

specified in Figure 6.

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Installation

Figure 8. Install Blower On Deck (Notice Pin

Orientation)

A. Blower Mount

B. Mower Deck

Preparing the Blower Mount for Assembly

Inspecting the Blower Mount Assembly

Some blower mounts are equipped with an adjustable

deflector bracket (A, Figure 7). If your blower mount

is equipped with an adjustable deflector bracket it will

need to be adjusted prior to performing the Blower

Assembly procedure. If not, proceed with the Blower

Assembly procedure.

Adjusting the Blower Mount Assembly Adjustable

Baffle

1. Temporarily install the blower mount (A, Figure 8)

onto the mower deck (B). Refer to Figure 8 for

the position of the pins w/ lanyards in relationship

to the chute mount bracket on the mower deck.

The pins w/ lanyards fit into the same holes that

the chute mount rod was installed.

2. Loosen the two (2) 5/16” nylock flange nuts (A,

Figure 9) that secure the deflector bracket (B) to

the blower mount (C).

3. Slide the deflector bracket up against the front

baffle (D) of the mower deck (E) .

4. Tigthen the two (2) 5/16” nylock flange nuts.

5. Remove the blower mount and pins w/ lanyards

from the mower deck.

Figure 7. Inspecting the Blower Mount Assembly

A. Adjustable Deflector Bracket

Figure 9. Adjusting the Deflector Bracket

A. 5/16” Nylock Flange Nuts

B. Deflector Bracket

C. Blower Mount

D. Front Baffle

E. Mower Deck

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Installation

Inner Slot

Align pulley groove

with slot (outer slot

with pulley hub in

OR inner slot with

pulley hub out)

Hub pointing IN: Hub pointing OUT:

48” Models 52” Models

Outer Slot

Inner Row

Outer Row

Figure 11. Install Idler Spring

A. Idler Spring

B. 1/4” x 2” Eyebolt

C. 1/4-20 Nylock Flange Nut

Figure 13. Check Idler Pulley Position

A. Idler Pulley

Figure 12. Install Impeller Drive Pulley

A. Impeller Drive Pulley

B. Impeller Drive Shaft

Figure 10. Install Blower Mount Plate

A. Blower Housing

B. 5/16-18 x 5/8” Bolts (existing)

C. Blower Mount Plate

D. 3/8-16 x 1” Bolts & Nylon Lock Nuts (3X)

Blower Assembly

1. Remove the existing 5/16-18 X 5/8” flange head

bolts (B, Figure 10) from the blower housing (A).

2. Install the blower mount plate (C) onto the blower

housing and re-install the 5/16-18 X 5/8” flange

head bolts. Tighten securely.

3. Install three (3) 3/8-16 X 1” bolts and nylon lock

nuts (D) through the blower mount plate and

blower. The bolt heads must be installed on the

inside of the blower housing.

4. Loop the idler spring (A, Figure 11) through the

1/4” X 2” eyebolt (B). Install the eyebolt through

the L-bracket on the blower mount and install the

1/4-20 nylock flange nut (C). Tigthen the nut until

the eyebolt contacts the L-bracket.

5. Remove the blower belt guard and set aside.

6. Install the impeller drive pulley (A, Figure 12) onto

the impeller drive shaft (B) as described in Figure

12. Install the 1/4” X 1-1/2” long key (not shown)

into the pulley.

7. Align the pulley groove with the appropriate slot as

described in Figure 12. Tighten the set screws in

the pulley.

8. Re-position the 3/8-16 X 6” bolt, if required to line

up with the pulley groove.

9. Check the position on the idler pulley (A, Figure

13). The position must be aligned with the position

of the impeller drive pulley (outer row of holes for

pulley hub pointing in, inner row of holes for pulley

hub pointing out). Reposition if necessary.

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Installation

Figure 15. Mower Deck Spindle Pulley

A. 3/4-16 Hex Nut

B. 3/4” Spring Washer

C. Spindle Pulley

D. 1/4” Key

Figure 14. Removing the Mower Deck Spindle Belt

A. Idler Arm

B. Spring

C. Spindle Belt

D. Stationary Idler Pulley

E. Right-Hand (Discharge Side) Spindle Pulley

Mower Deck Preparation

Remove the Mower Deck Spindle Belt

The mower deck is equipped with an idler arm (A,

Figure 14) which is fastened to a spring (B). Rotating

the idler arm in a direction that lengthens the spring

will relieve the tension on the spindle belt (C). This will

allow you to remove the belt from the spindle pulley.

1. Use a 1/2” breaker bar, place the square end in

the square hole located in the idler arm.

2. Carefully rotate the idler arm either clockwise or

counter-clockwise so that it lengthens the idler

spring.

3. Slide the drive belt over the edge of the rear

stationary idler pulley (D). Carefully release the

tension on the breaker bar.

4. Remove the belt from the right-hand (discharge

side) spindle pulley (E).

Remove the Mower Deck Spindle Pulley

1. Remove the 3/4-16 hex nut and 3/4” spring washer

(A & B, Figure 15) securing the spindle pulley (C)

to the spindle shaft. Use a 1” wrench on the flats

of the blade end of the spindle shaft to prevent the

shaft from spinning. Save the 1/4” key (D).

WARNING

Use extreme caution when rotating the idler

arm with the breaker bar, due to the increased

tension in the spring as the idler arm is being

rotated. Injury may result if the breaker bar is

prematurely released while the spring is under

tension.

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Installation

Install the Double Spindle Pulley

1. Install the double spindle pulley (C, Figure 16)

and 1/4” key (D) onto the spindle shaft.

2. Install the 3/4” spring washer (B) with the cone

facing up (see insert, Figure 16). Install the 3/4-

16 hex nut (A) and torque to 85-90 ft. lbs (115-122

Nm). Use a 1” wrench on the flats of the blade

end of the spindle shaft to prevent the shaft from

spinning.

Figure 16. Install Double Spindle Pulley

A. 3/4-16 Hex Nut

B. 3/4” Spring Washer

C. Double Spindle Pulley

D. 1/4” Key

Re-install the Mower Deck Spindle Belt

1. Refer to Figure 17 for proper spindle belt (A,

Figure 17) alignment. Make sure the belt is

installed correctly on all pulleys except for the rear

stationary idler pulley (B).

The V-side of the belt should run in the pulley

grooves of the spindle pulleys (C) and the PTO

clutch pulley of the unit. The flat side of the belt

should contact the face of the stationary idler

pulley (D) and the adjustable idler pulley (E).

2. Using a 1/2” breaker bar, place the square end in

the opening located in the idler arm (F).

3. Carefully rotate the idler arm either clockwise or

counter-clockwise so that it lengthens the idler

spring (G).

4. Install the spindle belt on the rear stationary idler

pulley (B) so that the flat side of the belt contacts

the pulley groove.

Figure 17. Re-Installing the Spindle Belt

A. Spindle Belt

B. Rear Stationary Idler Pulley

C. Spindle Pulleys

D. Stationary Idler Pulley

E. Adjustable Idler Pulley

F. Idler Arm

G. Idler Spring

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Installation

Install the Deck Guard

1. Install the new deck guard onto the mower deck

and secure with the hardware previously removed

(see Figure 18).

Figure 18. Install Guard

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Installation

Blower Installation

1. Install the blower onto the mower deck. Refer to

Figure 19 for the position of the pins w/ lanyards

in relationship to the chute mount bracket on

the mower deck. The pins w/ lanyards fit into

the same holes that the chute mount rod was

installed.

2. Install the blower drive belt. Refer to Figure 20

for the proper belt routing. It may be necessary

to temporarily loosen the idler pulley mounting

hardware to get the belt past the belt keeps.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The gray area denotes the flat

side of the belt. V-side of belt must contact v-groove

pulleys, flat side of belt must contact flat pulleys.

3. Check the belt tension by measuring the distance

from the center of the v-idler pulley (A, Figure

21) mounting bolt and the blower housing. This

should measure between 3 - 3-3/8” (7,6 - 8,6 cm).

4. If measurement falls outside of this range, you

must move the idler pulley (B) either forward or

back to achieve the proper belt tension.

NOTE: If pulley position needs to be adjusted, make

sure that it is reinstalled in the same row of holes as

determined in the blower assembly (Step 9, page

11).

5. Install the blower belt guard (A, Figure 22) and

secure with the flange head bolts previously

removed.

6. Install the deck guard top (B) and secure with the

supplied knobs (C).

Figure 20. Install Belt

Figure 19. Install Blower On Deck (Notice Pin

Orientation)

3" - 3-3/8"

(7,6 - 8,6 cm)

Figure 21. Check Belt Tension

A. V-Idler Pulley

B. Idler Pulley

Figure 22. Install Guards

A. Blower Belt Guard

B. Deck Guard Top

C. Knob

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Installation

Collector Installation

Remove the Rear Engine Shield (If Equipped)

1. If the engine is hot allow sufficient time for the

muffler to cool, to prevent a burn injury during

installation.

2. Remove the rear engine shield (C, Figure 23)

from the top of the rear bumper (D) by removing

the 3/8” hardware (A, B, & E) securing the shield

to the bumper.

Figure 24. Install Collector Mount Plate

A. Mount Plate

B. Mount Tab

C. 3/8-16 U-Bolts

D. 3/8-16 Nylock Flange Nuts

Figure 25. Install Mount Posts & Hitch Pins

A. Mount Post

B. Hitch Pin

C. 3/8-16 Nylock Flange Nuts

Figure 23. Removing the Rear Engine Shield

Install the Collector Mount Plate on Models with

Round Tube Bumpers

1. Install the collector mount plate (A, Figure 24) and

mount tabs (B) on to the bumper. Install two of

the 3/8-16 U-bolts (C) over the top bumper tube

and through the mount tabs and loosely secure

with the 3/8-16 nylock flange nuts (F).

NOTE: On IS500Z models use the inner mounting

holes when installing the collector mount plate and

mount tabs to the bumper with the 3/8-16 U-bolts

2. Install the remaining 3/8-16 U-bolt bolt (C) over the

middle bumper tube and loosely secure with the

3/8-16 nylock flange nuts (D).

3. Center mount plate on the bumper and tighten the

hardware for the lower U-bolt securely.

4. Temporarily install the collector mount posts (A,

Figure 25) into the collector plate and install the

hitch pins (B). This will ensure that the holes are

properly aligned for easy installation and removal.

5. Tighten the nuts (C) for the upper U-bolts securely

and remove the hitch pins and mount posts.

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Figure 26. Install Collector Mount Plate

A. Mount Plate

B. Mount Tab

C. 3/8-16 x 1-1/4” Bolt

D. 3/8-16 x 1” Bolt

E. 3/8-16 Nylock Flange Nut

F. 3/8” SAE Washers

Figure 27. S175X Series Collector Mount

Install the Collector Mount Plate on Flat

Plate Bumpers (Including S175X Models S/N:

2016141339 & Above)

1. Install the collector mount plate (A, Figure 26)

and mount tabs (B) on to the bumper. Install the

3/8-16 x 1-1/4” bolts (C) and 3/8” SAE washers (F)

through the mount tabs and loosely secure with

the 3/8-16 nylock flange nuts (E).

2. Install the 3/8-16 x 1” bolts (D) and 3/8” SAE

washers (F) through the bottom mounting holes

and loosely secure with the 3/8-16 nylock flange

nuts (E). Tighten the bottom mounting bolts

securely.

Note: All S150X & S150XT Models will NOT require

the bottom mounting bolts (D, Figure 26) for

installation.

3. Temporarily install the collector mount posts (A,

Figure 25) into the collector plate and install the

hitch pins (B). This will ensure that the holes are

properly aligned for easy installation and removal.

4. Tighten the mounting bolts (C, Figure 26) securely

and remove the hitch pins and mount posts.

Install the Collector Mount Plate on a Flat Plate

Bumper (S175X Models S/N: 2016141338 & Below)

This procedure is specific to S175X Models serial

number range 2016141338 & below.

1. Install the collector mount plate (A, Figure 27),

mount tabs (B) and support plate (C) on to the

bumper using the four (4) 3/8” bolts (D) with

washers (E) and loosely secure with 3/8” nuts (F).

2. If the bumper does not have a pre-drilled center

hole use the center hole of the collector mount

plate as a guide (See Figure 27) and drill a 25/64”

(.390) hole through the bumper.

3. Install another 3/8” bolt with a .390 X 2.00 X .14

washer (G) through the new hole and loosely

secure with a 3/8” nut.

4. Temporarily install the collector mount posts (A,

Figure 25) into the collector plate and install the

hitch pins (B). This will ensure that the holes are

properly aligned for easy installation and removal.

5. Tighten the mounting bolts (D) securely and

remove the hitch pins and mount posts.

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Installation

Assemble Collector Hood

1. Install the inlet tube (B, Figure 28) to the collector

back plate (A) and secure with the 5/16-18 x 3/4”

bolts (C) and 5/16-18 nylock flange nuts (D).

2. Install the mount posts (E) on the back plate and

loosely secure with the 3/8-16 x 1” bolts (F) and

3/8-16 nylock flange nuts (G).

NOTE: On the 3-bag collector back plate, install

the eight (8) supplied hole plugs in the remaining

mounting holes not used.

3. Install the collector onto the mount plate and

secure with the pins w/ lanyards as shown in

Figure 25. Again, this will insure that the holes

are properly aligned for easy installation and

removal.. Tighten the 3/8-16 x 1” bolts securing

the posts to the back plate.

NOTE: It is recommended that the rear suspension

be adjusted stiffer due to the added weight of

the collection system (see “Rear Suspension

Adjustment (Models Equipped with Rear

Suspension)” on page 6).

Figure 28. Assemble Collector Hood

A. Collector Back Plate

B. Inlet Tube

C. 5/16-18 x 3/4” Bolt

D. 5/16-18 Nylock Flange Nut

E. Collector Mount Post

F. 3/8-16 x 1” Bolt

G. 3/8-16 Nylock Flange Nut

E F

2 Bag Collector

3 Bag Collector

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