The mower is not bagging grass

A grass catcher is a useful tool that you can use in your backyard to collect grass clippings. There is a drawback to this type of lawn clipper, however, as it may fail to bag your grass properly, and you may end up with too many clippings in your yard.

It is possible for a lawn mower to not bag grass because there is not enough air movement due to grass accumulating beneath the deck, clogged blower tubes, worn blades, or a slow engine speed which can cause the grass to accumulate under the mower. The lack of grass collection bags in a belt-style grass collection system can be caused by a damaged belt, a worn fan, or a damaged blower housing in the grass collection system.

Make sure your lawn mower and bagger system are free of debris to prevent dust from clogging up the airflow and reducing the effectiveness of your lawn mower. My job is to have a look at all the parts of your mower. I will check if they are clogged and if they are worn out. This may affect how well your mower bags grass.

How common is the problem of grass not entering the mower’s bag when you use it? Do you experience this problem often? If this is the case, you may have a problem that makes mowing uncomfortable for you, so it is very critical that you know how to fix the problem.

The mower is not bagging grass

The blower tubes are the most critical part of your grass catcher, which is also known as a bagger system. Make sure each tube is free of debris, such as grass, sticks, dirt, and other things that can clog it. Keep your blower tube clean by scraping out any particles.

Protect your blower tubes by spraying them with silicone spray to stop debris from sticking inside. Your blower tubes will not need to be cleaned every time you use this spray.

In that case, you won’t have to clean them out as often, which means it will save you time and money. When you are mowing, I recommend using the spray every other time to keep your lawn looking neat. Tite-Seal Mower Deck Spray, for example, is a helpful product that can be used to seal the deck.

Grass bags should not be clogged

By allowing air to flow through the holes in the fabric, lawnmower grass bags catch grass cuttings while filtering them. The lawnmower cannot collect grass if the small holes become clogged with old grass. Poor grass collection is usually caused by this.

Use a jet wash, airline, or simply a brush and water to clean your grass bag’s lining if it’s clogged with old grass. The grass bag’s airflow will improve once it has been cleaned.

Bagging problems from clogged decks

When your lawn mower deck becomes clogged with debris, the air movement that is necessary to push the grass clippings through the tubes of the mower may not be possible.

In the event that you are unable to get grass through the tubes of your lawn mower, then it will not be able to bag grass efficiently. Your mower deck should be cleaned out of any debris that is stuck at the bottom.

Using jack stands or other similar items, you can lift the mower deck safely into the air in order to gain access to the underside of the deck. Ensure that you check your mower deck for debris after you have turned off your mower, removed your key, and disconnected the spark plug wires from your mower.

A deck scraper or wire brush can be used to scrape the deck if you notice the grass growing under the deck. I would not recommend lowering the deck just yet. As the deck is being lowered, there are a number of other items that need to be checked.

Damaged grass catcher bag

Pre-mowing rituals should include inspecting the catcher bag for any damage before using your mower. While the catcher bag is somewhat of a forgotten item, it is also very easy to overlook. This is because it has nothing to do with the process of starting or stopping the mower in any way.

The bag is also prone to tearing because it is a bag that is created of fabric.  You may also find it is older and has been deteriorating over time due to years of use and natural decay. Sometimes repairs can be made that will make it impossible for grass to reach the bag entirely, and it’s not surprising to find such damage once in a while.

There is a good chance that you will have to replace the bag if you find any damage. You will probably be required to make at least a temporary repair in order to get this working again. Regardless of how you go about it, you have found what the problem is

The mower cannot bag grass with a clogged grass chute

Next, look at the grass chute area. Clear the chute of old or wet grass that has built up in this area preventing grass from moving up into the tubes. You can also use a silicone spray inside the chute to help the grass flow better and prevent grass from sticking to this area.

Bad Deck Belt or Blower Belt Can Cause Mower Bagging Problems

Belt-driven grass collection systems can produce grass clippings that are not properly pushed up the blower chute if they use deck belts or blower belts. Blowing grass clippings is done with a belt-driven system.

A belt attached to the mower deck is used to drive a belt attached to the blower for the fan. There is a possibility that if either of these belts is worn, the lawn clippings will not be pushed upwards by the fan. This can be a problem if the belts are worn. It is recommended that you replace your belts if you notice a glazed or shiny appearance, cracking, or fraying of the belt.

Blades for lawnmowers

During your grass shoot inspection, check your mower blades. Is there anything wrong with them? Do they have the correct installation?

The blades on your mower will be inefficient if they are damaged, so your grass will be mowed inefficiently. This does not just mean that you need to make sure your lawn is well mowed, it can also mean that you are not cutting it at all. There could be a number of reasons why your vacuum is not picking up many if any, clippings. The blades you are using just aren’t cutting enough for your blades to pick up the material.

It is critical to note that if your mower blades are not installed correctly, or oriented down, you will not be able to create a vacuum under the mower deck. By doing so, you will be able to prevent clippings from being sucked into the bag as you cut. The sail (that curved part of the blade) can be seen visually to determine whether the installation is correct.

Installed correctly, it will curve upwards.

Curved downward, though, means that the blade is still cutting, but causing the clippings to fall back down to the ground rather than rising up.

Bagging grass is prevented by worn fans or bearings

Grass clippings collected by belt-driven systems with fans may become clogged or lost if the blades or housing become damaged or worn.

Changing the fan blades is necessary if they wear out. Be sure the blower housing is not loose. The more gaps you have between the holes, the less air will be able to pass through.

A fan shaft bearing is one of those parts of the fan that is subject to wear and tear over time. Wind can cause your fan shaft to get tangled up in long grass or string, causing your bearings to wear out prematurely. The housing of most blower motors will need to be disassembled so that you can find the worn bearings and replace them.

Grass won’t be captured by a slow engine

You need to bag your grass at the right speed. The grass catcher needs to be run at its full horsepower when you are operating your engine to keep the grass caught. You should therefore run your lawn mower at its maximum speed when mowing your lawn.

To get the most power out of your engine, you should run your engine between 3200 and 3650 revolutions per minute (RPMs).

Your engine might not be running correctly if you notice that it doesn’t sound like it is running and is not producing the power it usually does. There may be a problem with your engine. The problem with your mower may be related to the engine of your mower, so you should take it to a small engine mechanic to get it diagnosed.

Incorrect installation of grass bags can cause problems

Verify that the grass bagging system you are using is configured correctly. It is critical that you ensure all components of your bagger are securely fastened and that there are no points in the machine where air can escape.

As you try to bag grass, the most common problem that you will encounter is that you will lose airflow as you attempt to bag. Make sure all areas where airflow can be reduced are sealed up so that grass cannot be carried easily up the tube into your bags.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Final Verdict

The objective of this article is to explain how to troubleshoot a lawn mower bag not filling with grass after reading the article. The following steps will help you to resolve the problem of bagging grass. Even if it seems difficult at first if you follow the steps outlined above you will solve it quickly.

Frustration can be felt when you have a lawnmower that was designed for collecting grass but it isn’t doing the job.

When you work through the nine possible problems above, you will more than likely discover that there is a simple and easy solution that can be addressed without letting frustration (or anger) get the better of you.

Follow the following tips if you want to prevent your mower from not bagging your grass:

• You can reduce the amount of grass buildup in your yard by spraying a silicone spray on the underside of your deck, blower tubes, and inlet screens
• The deck should be scraped regularly and the blades of your mower should be kept sharp at all times
• Wet grass should not be mowed
• The engine should be run at full throttle and the ground speed should be slowed down
• It is extremely critical to ensure that any areas of the bagger system that are not tightly sealed and may cause air to escape, should be checked