Bush Hog GC-250 - Manual (Page 18)

5-2 Recommended Maintenance
Schedule
Maintenace Service Maintenace Procedure
Intrevals
After first 10 hours of
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Inspect the Grass Catcher
operation
Before each use
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Clean the Grass Catcher
Before storage
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Inspect the Grass Catcher
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Clean the Grass Catcher
Inspecting the Grass Catcher
Inspect the bagger attachment after the first 10 hours of
operation, and monthly thereafter.
1. Check the chute, discharge tube, and the bagger top.
Replace these parts if they are cracked or broken.
2. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
3. Under normal use the bags will deteriorate and wear.
Inspect the grass bags for deterioration.
! !
CAUTION!
You or bystanders could be severely injured by
flying debris or thrown objects that may pass
through torn, worn or deteriorated grass bags.
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Frequently check the grass bags for holes, rips,
wear, and other deterioration.
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Do not wash the grass bags.
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If the bag has deteriorated, install new grass bags
supplied by the manufacturer of this bagger
attachment.
Inspecting the Mower Blades
Refer to your mower Operator’s Manual for complete
blade maintenance.
Caring for the Grass Bags
Washing the grass bags is not recommended.
Under normal use the bags will deteriorate and wear. To
prevent rapid deterioration of the bag material, store the
bags where they will dry completely after each use.
Cleaning the Grass Catcher
1. After each use, remove and wash the inside and out
side of the Grass Catcher top, discharge tube, chute,
and the underside of the mower, using water sprayed
from a garden hose. Use a mild automotive detergent
to remove stubborn dirt.
2. Make sure you remove matted grass from all parts.
3. After washing, let all of the parts dry thoroughly. Do
not wash the grass bags.
Storage
Storing the Grass Catcher
1. Clean the Grass Catcher; refer to Cleaning the
Grass Catcher.
2. Inspect the Grass Catcher for damage; refer to
Inspecting the Grass Catcher.
3. Make sure the grass bags are empty and thoroughly
dry.
4. Store the Grass Catcher in a clean, dry place, out of
direct sunlight. This protects the plastic parts and
extends the life of the bagger. If you must store the
bagger outside, cover it with a weatherproof cover.
SECTION VI
TIPS
AND
TROUBLESHOOTING
1. When the bags get full, there will be slight blowout
from the front right corner of the Grass Catcher.
Emptying the bags at this point will minimize the
potential for the tube to plug.
2. If there is excessive blowout from the deck, check to
make sure that the rear screen in the hood is clear of
grass build up. It is recommended that the screen
and mesh portions of the bags be cleaned regularly to
maintain proper air flow. This is especially important in
wet conditions.
3. During dry conditions check engine air cleaners and
clean cooling fins more frequently. The Grass Catcher
has been designed to minimize the impact of dust and
debris on the mower, but bagging can be a dirty envi-
ronment.
4 Maintaining a ground speed that does not pull down
the engine RPM will allow for the highest productivity
and best quality of cut. Bogging the engine RPM down
by going too fast will cause plugging and quality of cut
issues.
5. When storing the bagger, it is recommended that any
grass build up in the tubes be cleaned out.
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