Is there suppose to be any gap where the chute meets up with the discharge area on the deck?

Hey Lowe's customer, The bagger chute should be securely fastened against the deck with no substantial gaps to ensure that clippings do not exit outside the chute. If you're having trouble installing the bagger, I'd recommend consulting your local Lowe's retailer or Husqvarna service center to ensure that your bagger is installed and performing correctly. You can find your local Husqvarna service center or Lowe's retailer using our locator tool here: https://locations.husqvarna.com/us I hope this helps! Thanks for considering Husqvarna for your outdoor power equipment needs!