Split Bracket Installation (Type 2B)

Accelerator Type 2B Grass Catcher Installation Video

Step by step instructions for installing the Accelerator Type 2B grass catcher.

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Tools Needed

  • Safety glasses
  • gloves
  • ½” ratchet drive
  • ½” open end wrench
  • Drill with sharp 5/16” bit
  • hammer
  • center punch
  • two C-clamps
  • pen

Each catcher comes with mounting instructions specific to that catcher. All catchers have a general information sheet that provides catcher care direction and basic instructions. If your catcher comes with a bracket in the box, then you will also receive specific bracket installation instructions.

It is your responsibility to read the warnings below and follow the provided instructions.

  • Step 1:

    Remove the deflector shield assembly of necessary to provide room to mount the catcher. Place the brackets flush to the edge of the deck, making sure the one with the large 9 / 16” hole is placed in the forward position

  • Step 2:

    Mark their placement and clamp the brackets down. Drill two 5/16” holes through each bracket and the mower deck (4 holes total)

  • Step 3:

    Using the bucket hardware holes as a template, mark and drill four points on hardware holes as a template, mark and drill four points on the mower deck. Insert and tighten the supplied hardware. Insert the pin into the hole, and lower the back of the catcher until the hook seats onto the rear bracket lip.

Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual

Please read the operator's manual carefully before installing your catcher.