Troubleshooting

If you are experiencing a problem that is not listed in this chart, see your authorized dealer for service.

When you have checked all the possible causes listed and you are still experiencing the problem, see your authorized dealer.

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If	Check
Grass not being picked up completely.	• Mow grass only when dry. • Reduce mower ground speed. • Empty bags. • Clean screen in hopper top. • Unplug chute. • Check cutting edge of mower blades. • Increase engine speed to full throttle.
Collection chute plugged.	• Mow grass only when dry. • Empty bags. • Clean screen in hopper top. • Reduce mower ground speed. • Stop mower when bags are full, monitor bags/hopper more frequently.
Grass blows out between hopper tops and bags.	• Adjust bagger level for better sealing. • Adjust hood hold-down for better sealing.
Hopper top is too tight or too loose.	• Adjust hopper top hinge.