Snapper 0-50576 User Manual

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Blower Kit Bagger Kit

Weight Kit

Modelscovered:

P/N 7078273 PIN 0-50576 P/N 7078274

Manual No. 7100056 (I.R. 03/31/05)

Complete Kit

P/N 7063375

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You have just purchased one of the finest pieces of outdoor power equipment on the market today. If properly cared for, your new Z-Vac Grass Catcher Kit will provide years of dependable service. Please read and follow this instruction man- ual carefully in order to get the most out of your new equipment.

As you carefully unpack your unit, you will find the following items:

1 Blower Kit 1 Bagger Kit

1 Weight Kit 1 Package containing operating manuals and warranty registration

Each product leaves our factory in excellent condition; occasionally, however, some damage may occur during shipment. If any such damage is found upon initial inspection, immediately notify the transport carrier who delivered your machine, as they are solely responsible for such damage, as well as any subsequent adjustments necessary.

Before assembly, please take a moment and record your model number and serial number below for future reference (both numbers are located on the serial tag attached to the blower):

Model number

Serial number

Also be sure to promptly fill out and return the warranty registration enclosed in your manual packet.

Your new unit requires very little assembly. Simply follow the instructions contained within this manual to begin enjoying the benefits of your new unit.

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TRAINING

-- Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the man-

ual and on the unit before starting. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can not read English it is the owner's responsi- bility to explain this material to them.

-- Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.

--All operators and mechanics should be trained. The owner is responsible for training the users.

-- Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the unit.

-- Never let children or untrained people operate or service the equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of the

operator.

-- The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for acci- dents or injuries occurring to themselves, other people or

property.

PREPARATION

-- Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and

attachments are needed to properly and safely perform the

job. Use only accessories and attachments approved by

the manufacturer.

-- Wear appropriate clothing including safety shoes, safety glasses and ear protection. Long hair, loose clothing or jew- elry may get tangled in moving parts.

-- Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys and wire, which can be thrown by the machine.

-- Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. a) Use only an approved container. b) Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine run- ning. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. c) Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.

-- Check that operator's presence controls, safety switches and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning properly.

OPERATION

-- Never run an engine in an enclosed area.

-- Operate only in the daylight or with good artificial light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards.

-- Be sure of your footing while using pedestrian controlled equipment, especially when backing up. Walk, don't run.

-- Do not operate in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

Always look down and behind before and while traveling in

reverse.

-- Be aware of the blower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the blower without hose and bagger hood in place.

-- Never leave a running unit unattended. Always stop

engine before leaving unit.

-- Never operate with guards not securely in place. Be sure all safety features are attached, adjusted properly and func- tioning properly.

-- Never operate with the hose or hood removed or altered.

-- Do not change the engine governor setting or over speed the engine.

-- Stop on level ground, shut off engine before leaving the operator's position for any reason.

-- Stop equipment and inspect impeller blades after striking objects or abnormal vibration occurs. Make necessary repairs before resuming operations.

-- Keep hands and feet away intake and discharge areas.

-- Keep pets and bystanders away.

-- Do not operate the unit while under the influence of alco- hol or drugs.

-- Use caution when crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop engine if not blowing.

-- Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.

-- Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure vision.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip- over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope, or if you feel uneasy on it, do not drive on it.

-- Mow up and down slopes, never across face.

-- Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

-- Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the unit. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

-- Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

Do Not

-- Do not start or stop on a slope. If tires lose traction, pro- ceed slowly straight down the slope.

-- Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

-- Do not use near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The operator could lose footing or balance or blower could sud- denly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

-- Do not operate on slopes with wet grass. Reduced foot- ing or traction could cause sliding.

-- Do not operate machine on slopes in excess of 10 degrees (18% grade) when equiped with a grass catcher.

-- Do not operate machine without weight kit installed when equiped with a grass catcher.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit

and its activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

-- Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.

-- Do not allow children or others to ride on the machine, attachment, or towed equipment (even with the blades off).

-- Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area.

-- Before and during reverse operation, look behind and down for small children.

-- Never allow children to operate the unit.

-- Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

EMISSIONS

-- Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

-- Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index information on the engine emissions label.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

--Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling practices when refueling the unit after transportation or storage.

-- Always follow the engine manual instructions for storage preparations before storing the unit for both short and long term periods.

--Always follow the engine manual instructions for proper start-up procedures when returning the unit to service.

-- Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as in a water heater. Allow unit

to cool before storing.

-- Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do not store fuel near flames or drain indoors.

-- Keep all hardware tight and keep all parts in good work- ing condition. Replace all worn or damaged decals.

-- Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

-- Clean leaves and debris from mufflers and engine to pre- vent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spillage.

-- Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

-- Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine run- ning unless specified otherwise.

-- Park machine on level ground. Never allow untrained per- sonnel to service machine.

-- Carefully release pressure from components with stored energy. (e.g. springs)

-- Only replace impellers. Never straighten or weld them.

-- Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.

-- Frequently check components and replace with manufac- turer's recommended parts, when necessary.

-- Use only factory authorized replacement parts when mak- ing repairs.

-- Always comply with factory specifications on all settings and adjustments.

-- Only authorized service locations should be utilized for major service and repair requirements.

-- Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit unless you have been properly trained. Improper service proce- dures can result in hazardous operation, equipment dam- age and voiding of manufacturer's warranty.

BLOWER KIT INSTALLATION

STEP 1: Remove pin, rod and spring securing dis-

charge deflector to mower deck, and remove deflector. Store deflector for future use. IMPOR-

TANT: Never operate any mower without a dis- charge deflector or grass catcher securely in

place.

STEP 2: Remove two bolts securing right deck pul- ley guard to mower deck and remove guard. Set bolts aside for future assembly step. Store guard for future use. IMPORTANT: Never operate any mower without a pulley guard securely in place.

STEP 3: Loosen both nuts all the way to end of rod. NOTE: Deck belt tension rod is located under

foor rest of machine. Removing foot rest will aid in accessing rod.

REMOVE

STEP 4: Remove belt from right deck pulley.

Remove nut securing pulley to blade spindle, and remove pulley, replacing with supplied replace- ment pulley. Replace nut, and torque to 70-80 ft- Ibs. NOTE: Nut secures blade bolt in place. Support bolt from beneath while replacing pulley. IMPORTANT: Use gloves when working under deck. Sharp blades can cause injury.

Replace deck belt onto bottom groove of pulley. With deck in lowest cutting position, retighten nuts on deck tension rod until spring length measures

2-5/16".

STEP 5: Set blower against deck discharge. Align holes in blower mount with holes in deck discharge tabs, and secure with rod and pin removed in Step

1. NOTE: Do not include deflector spring in rod

installation.

STEP 6: Pull back on idler tension release handle, and install blower belt around top groove of deck

pulley. NOTE: Make sure belt is not rolled or twisted when installing.

REMOVE BOLTS,

HEN REMOVE

OVER

STEP 6a: Remove bolts securing impeller pulley

cover to blower, and remove cover.

STEP 6b: Check to see that blower belt is routed around impeller pulley and idler pulleys after belt is

installed onto deck pulley. Then replace cover. Tighten bolts securely. IMPORTANT: Never oper- ate any mower without a pulley guard securely in

place.

STEP 7: Slip tube of locking pin bracket into blow- er mount, and secure with T-handle pin, making sure pin goes through both upper and lower part of blower mount. Then align base of pin bracket par- allel with rear of deck, and, using bracket as a tem- plate, drill two 7/16" holes through deck. Insert two 3/8-16 x 1" bolts up through deck and bracket, securing with hex flange nuts. Tighten securely. IMPORTANT: Use gloves when working under deck. Sharp blades can cause injury.

STEP 8: Lay supplied pulley guard onto deck.

Align hole in front flange with front mounting hole

in deck, and secure with one of the two bolts securing original guard. Do not tighten yet.

Align side flange of guard with side of deck, and,

using other hole in guard as a template, drill one 9/32" hole in deck and install other bolt. (NOTE: Bolt is self-tapping.) Tighten both bolts securely.

STEP9: Installbeltguardbetweenpulleyguard andbeltguardsupportcliponfrontpartofblower mount.Securewith two 5/16nylonwingnuts. Tightennutssecurely.

WEIGHT KIT INSTALLATION

!! Warning: Weight kit must be installed prior to

installing bagger unit. Failure to do so may result in Iongitudal tipping of unit.

STEP 10: Insert the four narrow weight bars

through opening in side of foot rest. Be sure holes in weights are all aligned. Next, insert the two 1/2-

13 x 5 bolts through the five wide weight bars, and lay the wide bars against front of footrest, inserting bolts through holes in narrow bars. Secure with

1/2" split lock washers and nuts. Tighten securely.

BAGGER KIT INSTALLATION

STEP 11: Install bumper mount standoffs onto rear

bumper of machine, utilizing existing hardware on machine. NOTE: Invert hardware when installing standoffs, installing bolts out through bumper with nuts facing out.

NOTE: When installing standoffs, be sure that the bumper mount plate mounting holes along the

back bar of the standoffs are located towards the right side of the machine. Refer to the Parts List

section of the manual.

STEP 12: Install bumper mount plate onto stand- offs with four 5/16-18 x 3/4 hex cap screws, secur- ing with four 5/16-18 flange lock nuts. Tighten securely.

Also, install muffler deflector (see inset) onto muf- fler, making sure deflector directs exhaust off to the side of the mower. Fasten with clamp.

IMPORTANT: FAILURE TO INSTALL MUFFLER DEFLECTOR MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.

INSERT PIN INTO ROD

HOOK BAGGER FRAME ONTO BUMPER MOUNT

PLATE PINS

STEP 13: Hook bottom of bagger frame onto pins

in bottom of bumper mount plate. Then slide lock- ing rod through aligned holes in bagger flame and bumper mount plate, securing with bridge pin.

CROSS ASSEMBLY

STEP 14: Install cross assembly onto bagger

frame with four 3/8-16 x 3/4 bolts and hex flange lock nuts, tightening securely. Insert bolts back through bagger frame and into cross assembly.

STEP 15: Insert two 5/16-18 x 3/4 bolts through reinforcement plate (not shown; refer to Parts List

- Catcher Mount Group), then through holes in bagger frame. Install cover latch arm onto bolts and secure with hex flange lock nuts, tightening securely. NOTE: Use the leftmost set of holes in the bagger frame when installing arm.

STEP 16: Lay cover assembly on cross assembly.

Align hinges on cross assembly with hinges on

cover, and install one round head pin through each set of hinge holes, securing with a hair pin.

ROUND IHEAD PIN

STEP 17: Slip looped end of cover support cord onto threaded stud on hose adapter assembly.

Secure end of cord with one 3/16" flat washer and

10-32 nyloc nut (not shown). Run nut all the way in

on thread, but leave cord loose enough to swivel.

STEP18: Installbagsontocrossassemblyby hookingslotin baghangerontotabsin channel assembly.

STEP19:Closecoverandlockinplacebyhook- inglockknobintoslotincoverlatcharm.

STEP20:Sliponehoseclampontoeachendof hose(usetheclampwiththeblackquick-release knobattheblowerend),andinstallhosebetween blowerandbagger.Makesuretofit hosesfirmly ontoadapters.Tightenclampssecurely.

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