Snapper Lawn Sweeper 1695064 User Manual

ATTACHMENT  
OPERATOR’S  
MANUAL  
Clean Sweep  
Twin Catcher  
Clean Sweep Twin Catcher  
Mfg. No.  
Description  
1695064  
Clean Sweep Twin Catcher  
1732614  
Rev. 00  
Rev. Date 01/2006  
TP 100-4267-00-AT-SMN  
Table of Contents  
Safety Rules & Information  
Initial Collector Assembly  
General Warnings............................................2  
Install Cover & Bags ......................................13  
Safety Decals ..................................................2  
Storing the Grass Catcher...............................3  
Normal Removal & Installation  
Removing the Grass Catcher ........................14  
Installing the Grass Catcher ..........................15  
General Operating Information  
Before Operation .............................................3  
NOTE: In these instructions, “left” and “right” are  
referred to as seen from the operating position.  
Mowing with the Catcher .................................3  
Required Accessories......................................3  
After Operation ................................................3  
Storing the Grass Catcher...............................3  
Initial Turbo Installation  
Contents Turbo Installation Kit...............................4  
Turbo Installation ...................................................5  
Initial Counter Balance & Front Weight Carrier  
Installation -  
Counter Balance Installation ...............................10  
Front Weight Carrier Installation..........................10  
Initial Hitch & Tube Installation  
Install Hitch Plate & Back Plate ...........................11  
Assemble Tubes & Deflector ...............................12  
Assemble Catcher Bags......................................12  
1
Safety Rules  
& Information  
Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of  
unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. The trian-  
gle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.  
GENERAL WARNINGS  
• Know the unit’s controls and how to stop quickly.  
READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUALS.  
• If the mower stalls or the collector chute plugs:  
1. Disengage the PTO;  
• Read and obey all safety decals.  
2. Stop the engine and remove the key;  
• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with  
the instructions, to operate the unit.  
3. Set the parking brake, and wait for all moving  
parts to stop.  
• Disengage the PTO. Shut off the engine and wait for  
all moving parts to stop before attaching, adjusting,  
or disconnecting any part of the collection system.  
• Check the collection system to make sure it is bolted  
tightly to the unit.  
• DO NOT operate the unit without either the entire  
grass catcher or the deflector in place.  
• Turn off the PTO to disengage the blades when not  
mowing.  
• DO NOT mow in reverse. Always look down and  
behind before and while travelling in reverse.  
• DO NOT turn sharply when travelling alongside a  
building or any object. Slow down before turning.  
• DO NOT carry passengers.  
• When collection system is removed from the mower  
deck, the deflector must be properly installed.  
4. Remove the foreign object or clear the chute  
with a piece of wood before restarting the engine.  
NEVER place hands into COLLECTOR OR  
MOWER housing to clear jammed objectS.  
Blower OR MOWER may rotate when object is  
removed.  
• For added stability and to prevent tipping or loss of  
control:  
a. Use reduced speed on uneven ground and  
when turning corners.  
b. Reduce loads on hillsides. It is recommended  
that the collection system be kept only half full  
when negotiating any slopes. Start mowing on  
slopes when the collection system is empty.  
c. Mow up and down the face of slopes; never  
across the face of any slope.  
• When operating on slopes, use front counter-  
weights. Never operate on slopes greater than  
17.6% (10°).  
• Collector bags are subject to deterioration and wear  
during normal use. Inspect the bag periodically for  
tears, holes, or weak spots and replace with a new  
bag that meets manufacturer’s durability standards.  
SAFETY DECALS  
These labels are easily applied and will act as a constant  
visual reminder to you, and others who may use the  
equipment, to follow the safety instructions necessary for  
safe, effective operation.  
This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro-  
vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect  
from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment  
manufacturing.  
ATTACHMENT DECALS  
Although reading this manual and the safety instructions  
it contains will provide you with the necessary basic  
knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effec-  
tively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to  
remind you of this important information while you are  
operating your unit.  
All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional  
messages on your rider, attachments and mower should  
be carefully read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can  
result when these instructions are not followed. The  
information is for your safety and it is important! The  
safety decals below are on your product.  
Decal - WARNING Do Not  
Open Cover  
Part Number 1704405  
Decal - WARNING  
Part Number  
1717291  
If any decals are lost or damaged, replace them at once.  
See your local dealer for replacements.  
Read and obey all operation and warning decals.  
TP 600-2562-01-AT-SMA  
2
General  
Operating Instructions  
BEFORE OPERATION  
Clear the lawn of all sticks, stones, wire and other debris  
which may be caught or thrown by the mower blades.  
Check grass condition. If wet, wait until later in the day.  
If grass is wet, the grass catcher is likely to become  
plugged.  
For efficient bagging, air circulation under the  
mower deck, through the chute and into the bag is  
very important.  
For this reason, BEFORE YOU BEGIN MOWING you  
should make certain the underside of the mower and  
the underside of the catcher lid are free from grass and  
debris.  
Make sure that there is a snug fit between mower deck,  
blower housing, tubes, and grass catcher cover.  
MOWING WITH THE CATCHER  
REQUIRED ACCESSORIES  
Always operate with throttle at full speed when mowing.  
A front-mounted factory approved weight carrier and 66  
lbs. worth of weights are required when using this rear-  
mounted grass catcher. Never operate on slopes  
greater than 17.6% (10°).  
Grass should be cut often, and not too short. If grass is  
too long or lush it may be necessary to keep ground  
speed to a minimum or to cut only half the width of the  
mower to prevent clogging. If grass is long, operate with  
mower in high cutting position for first pass, cutting again  
in a lower position on a second pass.  
AFTER OPERATION  
Do not open the cover with mower engaged.  
CAUTION  
If a large amount of cut grass is spilling out from under  
deck, the tube may be plugged or the bags may be full—  
discontinue mowing, stop the unit, disengage the PTO,  
shut off the engine and then empty the catcher or clear  
the tube.  
Do not leave grass in bagger containers. Empty  
containers after each use and before storing.  
Failure to do so may result in spontaneous  
combustion which could develop into a fire.  
WARNING  
Remove any debris from the the screen on the underside  
of the lid. Note: The lid screen can be partially removed  
for easier cleaning and should be cleaned regularly.  
ALWAYS shut off the tractor. Disengage the PTO,  
and allow all moving parts to stop BEFORE  
disconnecting or clearing tube, or emptying  
catcher.  
The blower housing and tube should be removed for  
cleaning.  
Inspect the grass bags for wear or damage. Make sure  
that there is a snug fit between mower deck, blower  
housing, tubes, and grass catcher cover.  
Before leaving the operator’s position for any  
reason, engage the parking brake, disengage the  
PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.  
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, rider and  
mower free of grass, leaves and excess grease.  
Do not stop or park rider over dry leaves, grass or  
combustible materials.  
STORING THE GRASS CATCHER  
Clean the grass catcher thoroughly using a mild deter-  
gent (other products may damage the tube). Remove  
any debris from the the screen on the underside of the  
lid.  
CAUTION  
If paint has been scratched on metal parts, touch up with  
paint, or apply a thin film of oil to prevent corrosion.  
Before you begin operating the unit be certain  
you have read all of the safety and operational  
information of this instruction sheet, as well as  
the Operator’s Manual for the tractor and any  
other attachments.  
Store in a dry area. Dry thoroughly before storing for a  
long period of time. Always store away from moisture.  
3
Initial Turbo  
Installation  
Torque to  
55-70 ft. lbs.  
12  
11  
44"  
50"  
24  
25  
49  
35  
10  
17  
18  
29  
21  
1
2
19  
33  
20  
26  
27  
1
22  
16  
8
2
9
8
Existing Pulley  
& Spacer  
3
23  
15  
14  
4
7
48  
13  
36  
32  
31  
37  
38  
30  
22  
6
39  
5
Existing  
Hardware  
45  
47  
46  
34  
8
17  
38  
22  
44  
43  
28  
42  
Existing Hardware  
(Bolt, Washer, Lockwasher, & Nut)  
41  
Existing Hardware  
WASHER,3/8  
40  
17  
2
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
WASHER, Flat, 3/8  
CAPSCREW, Hex Head, 3/8-16 x 2  
PULLEY ASSEMBLY, Idler  
BELT STOP  
CAPSCREW, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2  
LOCKWASHER, 5/16  
SPACER  
NUT, Sleeve  
WASHER, Belleville  
PULLEY  
34  
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
Ref.Qty. Description  
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19  
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21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
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35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
V-BELT, 50” Turbo  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
2
6
1
4
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1
CAPSCREW, Hex Head, 5/16-18 x 1  
WASHER, 5/16  
SUPPORT, Belt Cover  
NUT, Hex, Nylon Lock, #10-24  
ROD, Deflector  
SCREW, Truss Head, #10-24 x 3/4  
PIVOT ASSEMBLY  
NUT, Hex Whizlock, 5/16-18  
NUT, Nylock, Hex 5/16-18  
COVER-BELT 50"  
DECAL, Warning  
COVER-BELT 44"  
NUT, Hex, 3/8-16  
LOCKWASHER, 3/8  
NUT, Hex Lock, 5/16-18  
NUT,Wing, Special, 5/16  
NUT, Hex, 5/16-18  
BRACKET, Anchor  
CARRIAGE BOLT, 5/16-18  
BRACKET ASSEMBLY, Cutoff  
SPACER  
BRACKET  
HUB  
CAPSCREW, Hex Head, 5/16-18 x 7/8  
CARRIAGE BOLT, 5/16-18 x 3/4  
SPRING, Compression  
SPACER, Spring Holder  
BRACKET, Mounting  
V-BELT, 44” Turbo  
PLATE ,Spring Support  
SPACER, Pulley  
CAPSCREW, Hex Head, 5/16-18  
WASHER, 5/16  
LATCH, Spring  
SPACER  
BRACKET, Idler  
LATCH, Belt Cover  
Figure 1. Contents of Turbo Installation Kit  
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Initial Turbo Installation  
TURBO INSTALLATION  
Remove Mower Deck  
Remove the mower deck from the unit (see Operator’s  
Manual for instructions).  
A
Deflector Removal  
1. Remove and retain the carriage bolts, washers, lock-  
washers, and nuts (A, Figure 3) holding the deflector  
rod to the deck. Remove and discard the deflector  
rod. Retain the deflector.  
Figure 3. Remove Deflector  
A. Carriage Bolts, Washers, Lockwashers, & Nuts  
Install Discharge Baffle  
B
1. Attach the baffle bracket (A, Figure 4) under the  
mower housing as shown, and insert the carriage bolt  
(from step 1) through the bracket & deck hole at (B).  
C
D
2. Attach the “L” bracket (C) to the baffle (A), and over  
the stone guard (D). Attach with carriage bolt, spacer,  
lockwasher and nut as shown.  
A
Figure 4. Install Discharge Baffle  
A. Baffle Bracket  
B. Mounting Hole  
C. L-Bracket  
D. Stone Guard  
A
B
A
C
D
Figure 2. Install Discharge Baffle  
A. Cover and Bolts  
E
Install Deflector Hinge Assembly  
1. Remove the bolts (A, Figure 2) securing the RH arbor  
cover, then remove the cover from the deck. Discard  
the cover and bolts (A).  
F
2. Remove and discard the plastic plugs from the deck  
at the locations used by bolts (F & B, Figure 5).  
3 Slide the deflector rod (D) through the pivot bracket  
(E).  
G
C
4 Secure the front of the pivot bracket with a 5/16-18 x  
3/4” carriage bolt (F) and flange whizlock nut (C).  
Figure 5. Install Deflector Hinge  
A. Belt Cover Support  
B. 5/16-18 x 1 Capscrew  
C. 5/16-18 Whizlock Nuts  
D. Deflector Support Rod  
E. Pivot Bracket  
5 Secure the back of the pivot bracket (E) and belt  
cover support (A) with a 5/16-18 x 1 capscrew (B),  
5/16 washer (G), and flange whizlock nut (C).  
F. 5/16-18 x 3/4  
Carriage Bolt  
G. 5/16 Washer  
5
Initial Turbo Installation  
Install Deflector  
B
1. See Figure 6. Drill four 13/64” holes from the bottom  
of the deflector at the pre-molded drill points (A, bot-  
tom of deflector).  
2. Attach the deflector to the support rod wire-form  
using four #10-14 x 3/4 truss head screws and nylock  
nuts.  
A
C
Figure 6. Install Deflector  
A. 13/64 Hole Locations  
B. Nylock Nuts  
C. Screws, #10-24 x 3/4  
Install Belt Guide  
C
B
E
50” Models  
1. See Figure 7 & 8. Locate the taptite screw that will  
be replaced by capscrew (C). Remove and discard  
the taptite screw  
D
2. Assemble the 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 capscrew (C), lock-  
washer (E), washers (B), belt stop (D) and spacer  
(A).  
A
3. Secure the belt stop assembly to the deck in the loca-  
tion shown.  
Note The belt stop (D, Figures 7 & 8) is located and ori-  
ented differently in 44” and 50” applications. For all  
applications, when turbo is installed, belt stop (D) should  
be outside the belt 1/8” away from the backside of the  
belt.  
Figure 7. Install Belt Guide  
A. Spacer  
B. 5/16 Washers  
D. Belt Stop  
E. Lockwasher,  
5/16  
C. Capscrew, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2  
C
D
E
44” Models  
B
A
Figure 8. Install Belt Guide  
A. Spacer  
B. 5/16 Washers  
D. Belt Stop  
E. Lockwasher,  
5/16  
C. Capscrew, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2  
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Initial Turbo Installation  
Torque to  
55-70 ft. lbs.  
E
F
D
B
D
E
Original  
Pulley and  
Spacer  
C
B
A
A
C
Figure 9. Install Idler Assembly  
A. Idler Assembly.  
B. Belt Guide  
D. Locknuts, 5/16-18  
E. Taptite Screws  
Figure 10. Install Turbo Drive Pulley  
A. Original Pulley & Spacer  
B. Spacer, W/Groove(New)  
C. Pulley (New)  
D. Spring Washer (New)  
E. Sleeve Nut (New  
F. Spacer (New)  
C. Capscrew, 5/16-18 x 7/8  
Install Idler Assembly & Belt Guider  
1. See Figure 9. Remove and discard the two taptite  
screws from locations (E).  
2. Insert two 5/16-18 x 7/8 capscrews (C) through the  
mower deck and arbor. Tighten the capscrews.  
3. Mount the idler pulley assembly (A) to the deck using  
the two 5/16-18x 7/8 capscrews (C) and 5/16-18 whi-  
zlock nuts (D).  
Install Turbo Drive Pulley  
1. See Figure 10. Remove the arbor drive belt from the  
right side arbor pulley.  
G
F
2. Remove and discard the flange nut and spring wash-  
ers securing the arbor pulley and spacer (A). Retain  
the pulley and spacer (A).  
D
C
B
E
3. Install the new spacers (B&F), turbo drive pulley (C),  
spring washer (D), and sleeve nut (E). Be sure the  
notches in the pulleys and spacers are aligned.  
Install the spring washer concave side down. Torque  
the sleeve nut to 55-70 ft. lbs. (74-95 N.m).  
H
A
Figure 11. Anchor Bracket Assembly  
A. Anchor Bracket  
E. Nut, Hex, 5/16  
B. Lockwasher, 5/16, Large F. Wing Nut, 5/16  
4. Reinstall the arbor drive belt on the lower pulley.  
C. Latch, Spring  
G. Locknut, 5/16  
D. Lockwasher, 5/16, Small H. Capscrew, 5/16-18 x 2-1/2  
Install Anchor Bracket  
B
C
1. See Figure 12. If not already done, assemble the  
anchor bracket and related components as shown in  
Figure 11.  
A
2. Attach the anchor bracket assembly (B, Figure 12) to  
the mower deck using 5/16-18 x 1 capscrews (A) and  
5/16-18 locknuts (C).  
NOTE: The deflector latch MUST secure the deflector in  
a down position—as shown in Figure 7.  
Figure 12. Anchor Bracket Installation  
A. Capscrews, 5/16-18 x 1 C. Locknut, 5/16-18  
B. Anchor Bracket  
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Initial Turbo Installation  
C
Belt Co  
B
B
v
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r
A
50"  
D
A
44"  
E
Figure 13. Belt Cover Plates  
A. Belt Cover Plate for 50” Mower  
B. Belt Cover Plate for 44” Mower  
F
Figure 14. Install Belt Cover Plate  
WARNING  
When the turbo blower assembly is removed from  
the mower deck, the deflector MUST be properly  
installed.  
A. Belt Cover Latch  
B. Belt Cover Plate  
C. Capscrew, 5/16-18 x 1  
D. Washer, 5/16  
E. Support Bracket  
F. Nylock Nut, 5/16  
Install Belt Cover Plate  
1. Attach the belt cover plate (B, Figure 14) to the sup-  
port bracket (E) using a 5/16-18 x 1 capscrew (C),  
washer (D) and nylock nut (F).  
B
NOTE: This cover plate must be able to pivot on the  
support bracket. Different belt covers are required for  
different applications. Refer to Figure 13.  
C
2. Rotate the belt cover until the notch catches the idler  
assembly belt cover latch (A, Figure 14). Cover latch  
(A) may need to be rotated for proper alignment.  
D
A
D
Install Turbo Belt  
Figure 15. Belt Routing - 44” Models  
A. Mounting Bracket  
B. Drive Pulley Belt Guide Hardware  
C. Idler Pulley Hardware  
1. Locate the correct drive belt for your installation: 44”  
models require drive belt 1705142, 50” models  
require drive belt 1707956 (the part number is  
stamped on the belt).  
D. Mounting Bracket Hardware  
2. Loosen the hardware securing the drive pulley belt  
guide (B, Figure 15 & 16) and the idler pulley (C)  
B
3. Install the drive belt as shown in Figures 15 & 16.  
4. Tighten the hardware securing the drive pulley belt  
guide (B) and idler pulley (C). The idler belt guide  
should be within 1/16” of the belt.  
C
Install Mounting Bracket  
D
1. See Figures 15 & 16. Locate and remove the two  
longer capscrews used to secure the rear of the turbo  
housing and idler spring anchor.  
A
D
Figure 16. Belt Routing - 50” Models  
A. Mounting Bracket  
B. Drive Pulley Belt Guide Hardware  
C. Idler Pulley Hardware  
2. Install the turbo mounting bracket (A) using the  
removed hardware. Note that the bracket is mounted  
in two different positions depending on the applica-  
tion.  
D. Mounting Bracket Hardware  
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Initial Turbo Installation  
Install Turbo Blower  
D
E
C
1. Install the turbo unit by sliding the turbo pivot rod into  
the pivot bracket at the front edge of the mower deck  
(A, Figure 17).  
2. Tilt the deflector (B) UP.  
B
3. Rotate the turbo unit (C) into position on the dis-  
charge of the mower deck, and “latch” the slot in the  
turbo housing over and onto the anchor bracket at  
(D). Tighten the wing nut (E) to secure.  
A
Figure 17. Install Turbo Blower  
A. Pivot Bracket  
B. Deflector  
D. Anchor Bracket  
E. Wing Nut  
C. Turbo  
Install Turbo Drive Belt  
Mower Deck  
Turbo Drive Pulley  
1. See Figure 18. Attach the turbo belt to the top RH  
pulley on the mower deck. Pull back on the belt ten-  
sioning lever to slacken the belt. A view (from right  
front of mower) of the belt routing is shown at right.  
Idler  
Pulleys  
Mower Deck  
Arbor Pulley  
NOTE: While attaching, it may be necessary to unlatch  
the turbo and realign the belt on the pulleys inside the  
turbo housing.  
FRONT  
To Slacken  
Belt  
Turbo Drive  
Pulley  
2. After the belt is installed, adjust the belt stop (D,  
FIgure 7 & 8) so that it is 1/8” away from the backside  
of the belt.  
Figure 18. Turbo Belt Routing  
Secure Belt Cover  
1. The belt cover plate (A, Figure 19) is a safety shield  
— after attaching or detaching the turbo unit, it MUST  
BE rotated onto the belt cover latch (B).  
B
A
CAUTION  
Before you begin operating the unit with the  
Turbo attached, be certain you have read all of  
the safety and operational information on the last  
page of this instruction sheet, as well as the  
Operator’s Manual for the tractor and any grass  
catchers or other collection devices used in  
conjunction with this turbo blower.  
Figure 19. Belt Cover  
A. Belt Cover Plate  
B. Belt Cover Latch  
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Initial Counter Balance & Weight  
Carrier Installation  
B
A. Rear Deck Lift Lever  
B. Trunnion (Existing)  
C. Hair Pin (Existing)  
D. Spacer, Spring (New)  
E. Spring (New)  
D
C
A
E
F
F. Washer (New)  
L
G. Plate, Spring Support (New)  
H. Spacer (Existing)  
I. Eyebolt (Existing)  
J. Washer (Existing)  
K. Capscrew (Existing)  
L. Nut (Existing)  
I
M
J
G
M. Mower Deck  
H
K
Figure 1. Counter Balance Installation  
C
COUNTER BALANCE & WEIGHT  
CARRIER INSTALLATION  
Counter Balance Installation  
A
C
B
1. Remove hair pin (C, Figure 1) from trunnion (B).  
Remove trunnion (B) from rear deck lift lever (A).  
Mark or measure trunnion position on rear deck lift  
lever. Remove trunnion (B) from eyebolt (I).  
A
B
2. Remove capscrew (K), washer (J), eyebolt (I), spacer  
(H) and nut (L) from mower deck (M).  
F
E
3. Thread eyebolt (I) through plate (G) as shown.  
D
4. Attach capscrew (K), washer (J), eyebolt (I), spacer  
(H), to mower deck (M) securing with nut (L).  
E
5. Slide washer (F), spring (E), and spacer (D) onto  
eyebolt (I) as shown.  
Figure 2. Front Weight Carrier Installation  
6. Install trunnion (B) onto eyebolt (I) to position of mea-  
surement or mark from step 1.  
A. Holes  
D. Rod  
E. Clips, Safety  
F. Carrier, Weight  
B. Capscrews,  
1/2-13 x 1-1/4  
C. Locknut, 1/2-13  
7. Install trunnion (B) into rear deck lift lever (A) secure  
with hair pin (C). Check deck leveling as described in  
Operators Manual and make necessary adjustments.  
Front Weight Carrier Installation  
1. Install carrier (F) as shown securing with 1/2-13 x 1-1/4  
capscrews (B), and 1/2-13 locknuts (C).  
2. Rod (D) and safety clip (E) are used to secure required  
weights.  
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Initial Hitch &  
Tube Installation  
D
G
B
D
A
D
E
A
B
H
C
C
D
D
G
C
F
Figure 1. Install Hitch Plate (Flat Style Bumper)  
A. Hitch Plate  
B. Heat Shield  
C. Capscrews,  
1/2-13 x 1-1/4  
E. Upper & Lower  
Bumper  
F. Washer  
G. New Holes, 17/32”  
H. Existing RH Holes  
Figure 2. Install Hitch Plate (Tube Style Bumper)  
A. Hitch Plate  
C. U-Bolts  
D. Locknuts, 3/8-16  
B. Bumper, Tube  
D. Locknuts, 1/2-13  
HITCH & TUBE INSTALLATION  
Install Hitch Plate and Back Plate  
C
Flat Style Bumper  
1. Remove and discard right side hardware holding heat  
shield (B, Figure 1) to upper and lower bumper (E) to  
existing right hand holes (H).  
A
2. Enlarge upper existing hole (H) to 17/32”. Install  
hitch plate (A) to upper and lower bumper (E) and  
heat shield (B) using upper existing hole (H) and one  
1/2-13 x 1-1/4 capscrew and 1/2-13 nut.  
D
B
3. Square hitch plate (A, Figure 1) to upper & lower  
bumper (E) and use as a template to mark and drill  
three new holes 17/32” (G)  
4. Secure hitch plate (A, Figure 1) to upper & lower  
bumper (E) with 1/2-13 x 1-1/4 capscrews (C) washer  
(F) and 1/2-13 locknuts (D) as shown.  
Figure 3. Install Hitch Assembly  
A. Horizontal Support  
C. Nut, 3/8-16  
B. Capscrew, 3/8-16 x 3/4 D. Back Plate  
Tube Style Bumper  
All Style Bumpers  
1. Position the right hand side of the hitch plate (A,  
Figure 2) approximately 2” (5 cm) from the right hand  
end of the tubes. Secure hitch plate (A) to the  
bumper (B) with u-bolts (C) and 3/8-16 locknuts (D)  
as shown.  
1. Install the horizontal support (A, Figure 3) on the  
back plate (D). Secure with four 3/8-16 x 3/4 cap-  
screws (B), 3/8-16 locknuts (C).  
2. Set the back plate and support (A, Figure 4) onto pins  
of hitch plate (C). Secure with rod (D) and hair pin  
(B).  
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Initial Hitch & Tube Installation  
G
A
B
H
F
A
C
E
D
B
D
C
Figure 6. Assemble Catcher Bags  
A. Clip  
B. Cloth Bag  
E. Clamp  
F. Nut  
Figure 4. Install Back Plate (Flat Style Bumper shown)  
A. Back Plate and Support C. Hitch Plate  
C. 5/16-18 x 3/4 Carriage Bolt  
D. Hanger Bracket  
G. Lockwasher  
H. Wire Hoop  
B. Hair Pin  
D. Rod  
A
D
A. Upper Tube  
B. Middle Tube  
C. Lower Tube  
E
D. Nut, Nylock, 10-24 x 3/4  
E. Washer, #10  
B
F. Screw, Truss Head, 10-24  
G. Holes  
D
H. Clip and Hardware  
E
F
C
G
F
H
Figure 5. Assemble Tubes & Deflector  
Note: Relocation of clip and hardware (H) to holes (G)  
may be necessary to ensure proper fit. Use correct hole  
locations to maintain proper tube connections and pre-  
vent lower tube from disconnecting from the turbo.  
Assemble Catcher Bags  
Assemble Tubes & Deflector  
1. Insert the lower tube (C, Figure 5) into middle tube  
(B). Secure the tubes as shown in Figure 5 using  
#10-24 x 3/4 screws (F), washer (E) and #10-24 nuts  
(D). Insert middle tube (B) into upper tube (A).  
Secure the tubes as shown in Figure 5 using #10-24  
x 3/4 screws (F)`, washer (E) and #10-24 nuts (D).  
1. See Figure 6. Insert the wire hoop (H) through the  
cloth bag (B).  
2. Install the clamp (E) and hanger bracket (D). Secure  
with two 5/16-18 x 3/4 carriage bolts (C), lockwashers  
(G) and nuts (F).  
2. Place upper tube into catcher opening. Secure the  
elbow to the turbo using clip (H).  
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Initial Collector  
Assembly  
COLLECTOR ASSEMBLY  
Install Cover and Bags  
A
B
C
1. Hang the bags (F, Figure 7) on the horizontal sup-  
port.  
Note: If desired, the bags can be lined with 30 gallon  
trash bags for easy disposal.  
2. Install the handle (B) inside the cover. Secure with  
two #10-32 x 1/2 screws (C) and nuts (A).  
3. Rest the cover assembly (D) on the bags (F).  
4. Install the two hinge pins (E) and secure with hair pin  
clips (G).  
D
5. Open the cover and fasten cable (A, Figure 8) to sup-  
port (B). The looped cable end fits over washer (C).  
E
NOTE: Push the hair pin clips all the way on or they will  
be bent by the hinge when the cover is opened.  
G
F
Figure 7. Install Catcher  
A. Nut, #10-32  
B. Handle  
E. Hinge Pin  
F. Bags  
C. Screw, #10-32 x 1/2  
D. Cover  
G. Hair Pin Clip  
A
B
C
Figure 8. Install Cable  
A. Cable  
C. Washer  
B. Support  
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Normal Removal &  
Installation  
A. Tubes  
B. Hair Pin Clip  
C. Bags  
D. Clevis Pin  
E. Cover  
F. Clip  
E
A
D
B
C
F
Figure 9. Normal Removal & Installation  
WARNING  
OPERATION WITHOUT TURBO & CATCHER  
A
For operation without turbo, the mower deflector  
MUST be properly installed in the down position  
and retained by the spring latch (See Turbo  
Operator’s Manual).  
C
NORMAL REMOVAL & INSTALLATION  
B
Removing the Grass Catcher  
1. Disconnect the tubes (A, Figure 9) from the turbo and  
remove them from the catcher.  
2. Remove the hair pin clip (B, Figure 9) and clevis pin  
(D) securing the cover (E). Disconnect the cable  
(see Figure 8). Remove the cover (E).  
D
3. Remove and empty the bags (C, Figure 9).  
4. Warning: Back plate (A) will fall when rod (D) is  
removed. Remove the hair pin (B, Figure 10) and  
rod (D) while holding back plate (A).  
Figure 10. Install Back Plate (Flat Style Bumper shown)  
A. Back Plate & Support  
B. Hair Pin  
C. Hitch Plate  
D. Rod  
5. Lift back plate & support assembly (A, Figure 10) off  
hitch plate (D)  
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Removing and Reattaching Grass Catcher  
Installing the Grass Catcher  
1. Set the back plate & support (A, Figure 11) on pins of  
hitch plate (C). Secure with rod (D) and hair pin (B).  
A
2. Install the bags (C, Figure 12).  
C
3. Install the cover (E, Figure 12). Secure with the cle-  
vis pins (F) and hair pin clips (B).  
NOTE: Push the hair pin clips all the way on or they will  
be bent by the hinge when the cover is opened.  
B
4. Connect the cover cable (Figure 8).  
5. Insert the tubes (A, Figure 12) into the catcher and  
connect to the turbo. Be sure the clip (F) is secured  
over the top of the turbo flange nut.  
D
Figure 11. Install Back Plate (Flat Style Bumper shown)  
A. Back Plate & Support  
B. Hair Pin  
C. Hitch Plate  
D. Rod  
A. Tubes  
B. Hair Pin Clip  
C. Bags  
D. Clevis Pin  
E. Cover  
F. Clip  
E
A
D
B
C
F
Figure 12. Normal Removal & Installation  
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MANUFACTURING, INC.  
500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997  
Port Washington, WI 53074-0997  
Simplicity Mfg. Inc. - Snapper Products  
535 Macon Street  
Simplicity Mfg. Inc.500 N Spring  
Street / PO Box 997  
McDonough, GA 30253  
Port Washington, WI 53074-0997  
© Copyright 2006 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc.  
All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.  

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