Simplicity 5100251-00, 5300011, 5300025, 5300026, 1692939 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S

MANUAL

FAST-Vac Grass Collection System

48" Collection System 61" Collection System

Contains: Contains:
Mfg. No. Description Mfg. No. Description

3063374 FAST-Vac Blower 3063374 FAST-Vac Blower
5300017 Bagger Mount Adapter 5046864 3-Bag Hood & Mount

5046864 3-Bag Hood & Mount 5300027 Blower Mount
5300025 Blower Mount 5046869 Weight Mount

5300011 Weight Mount 1692939 50 Ibs. Weight (3)
1692939 50 Ibs. Weight (3)

52" Collection System

Contains:
Mfg. No. Description

3063374 FAST-Vac Blower
5300017 Bagger Mount Adapter

5046864 3-Bag Hood & Mount
5300026 Blower Mount

5300011 Weight Mount
1692939 50 Ibs. Weight (3)

5100251-00

Rev 6/2005

TP 100-7235-00-AT-S

TableofContents

SAFETY RULES & INFORMATION ..................... 2

Safety Decals .......................................................... 3

GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........... 4

Before Operation ..................................................... 4

Mowing with the Double / Triple Catcher ................ 4

After Operation ........................................................ 5

Storing the Grass Catcher ...................................... 5

Mowing Without the Blower .................................... 5

INSTALLATION ..................................................... 6

Blower Assembly ..................................................... 6

Mower Deck Preparation ........................................ 8

Blower Installation................................................. 11

Collector Installation.............................................. 13

Weight Mount Installation...................................... 17

BLOWER & COLLECTOR REMOVAL ............... 19

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.
This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.

The triangle ,d_ in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.

A GENERAL WARNINGS

• Know the mower controls, safety rules and how to
stop quickly. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE

MOWER OPERATOR'S MANUAL.

• Read and obey all safety decals.

• Wear appropriate ear, eye and breathing protection.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with

the instructions, to operate the unit.

• Disengage the electric clutch (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 rider.

• DO NOT operate the mower without either the entire
grass catcher or the deflector in place.

• Turn off the PTO switch 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 on the rider.

• When blower assembly is removed from the mower

deck, the deflector must be properly installed.

SafetyRules& Information

• 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.

• If the mower stalls or the turbo blower chute plugs:

1. Disengage the electric clutch (PTO);

2. Stop the engine and remove the key;

3. Set the parking brake, and wait for all moving

parts to stop.

4. Remove the foreign object or clear the chute with

a piece of wood before restarting the engine.

NEVER place hands into blower housing to
clear jammed object. Blower may rotate when
object is removed.

• For added rider 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 no more than half
full when negotiating any slopes. Start mowing on
slopes when the collection system is empty.

c. Mow across the face of slopes; not up and down.

• Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6% (10°).

SAFETY DECALS

SafetyDecals

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.

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.

Decal - Danger / Warning

Part No. 5046850

All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional
messages on your rider 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 rider and mower.

If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace them

at once. See your local dealer for replacements.
These labels are easily applied and will act as a con-

stant visual reminder to you, and others who may use
the equipment, to follow the safety instructions neces-
sary for safe, effective operation.

m /

C LADEi

Donotoperatemower /"

withoutdeflect0ror entire /."

grasscatcherinplace. _"

Decal - Danger, Rotating Blades
Part No. 1704277

Decal - Warning

Part No. 5046851

Decal - Warning

Part No. 1704405

Decal - Warning
Part No. 5046883

u E e U G Iss I Ise c

Decal - Warning

* Not a replacement part, permanently
affixed to the bag.

3

Decal - Ear Protection
Part No. 7027733

GeneralOperatingInstructions

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 DOUBLE/TRIPLE
CATCHER

Always operate with throttle at full speed when mowing.

Always wear hearing protection when operating
grass catcher.

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.

Do not open the cover with mower engaged.

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 rider, disengage the PTO
and then empty the catcher or clear the tube.

tLWARNING

ALWAYS shut off the tractor. Disengage the PTO,
and allow all moving parts to stop BEFORE

disconnecting or clearing tube, or emptying
catcher.

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.

CAUTION

This machine produces sound levels in

excess of 85 dBA at the operator's ear and

can cause hearing loss though extended

periods of exposure.

Wear hearing protection when operating this

machine.

AFTER OPERATION

Remove any debris from the the screen on the under-

side of the lid. Note: The lid screen can be partially

removed for easier cleaning and should be cleaned reg-

ularly.

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.

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. The screen can be partially removed for easier clean-

ing.

If paint has been scratched on metal parts, touch up

with paint, or apply a thin film of oil to prevent corrosion.

GeneralOperatinginstructions

Store in a dry area. Hang the catcher and catcher bags
to dry thoroughly before storing for a long period of time.

Always store away from moisture.

MOWING WITHOUT THE BLOWER

For operation without the blower, the deflector must be

properly installed in the down position.

To remove the blower, see BLOWER & COLLECTOR

REMOVAL on page 19.

5

BlowerAssembly

1. Remove the existing 5/16-18 x 5/8" flange head bolts
(B, Figure 1) from the blower housing (A).

2. Install the blower mount plate (C) onto the blower
housing and reinstall the 5/16-18 x 5/8" flange head
bolts. Tighten securely.

3. Install three (3) 3/8-16 x 1" bolts and nylon lock nuts
(D) through the blower mount plate and blower. The

bolt heads must be installed on the inside of the
blower housing.

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Figure 1. Install Blower Mount Plate

A. Blower Housing
B. 5/16-18 x 5/8" Bolts (existing)

C. Blower Mount Plate
D. 3/8-16 x 1" Bolts & Nylon Lock Nuts (3X)

4. Loop the idler spring (A, Figure 2) through the 1/4" x

2" eyebolt (B). Install the eyebolt through the L-

bracket on the blower mount and install the 1/4-20
nylock flange nut (C). Tighten the nut until the eye-

bolt contacts the L-bracket.

Figure 2. Install Idler Spring

A. Idler Spring
B. 1/4" x 2" Eyebolt

C. 1/4-20 Nylock Flange Nut