Snapper 1695464 User Manual

ATTACHMENT

OPERATOR’S
MANUAL

Triple Bag Catcher with Turbo

(For use on 54-Inch Mower Deck)

Mfg. No. Description

1695464 Triple Bag Catcher with Turbo

1736061

Rev. 00

Rev. Date 7/2008

TP 100-4881-00-AT-UV

Triple Bag Catcher
with Turbo

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Triple Catcher Bag Installation

Install Hitch Plate.............................................8

Install Upright Support .....................................8

Install Bag and Cover Support.........................8

Install Cover Assembly ....................................9

Install Collector Bags.......................................9

Connect Upper and Lower Tubes ..................10

Install Carrier and Front Weight(s).................11

Turbo Removal

Remove Turbo Blower ...................................11

Safety Rules and Information

General Warnings............................................2

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

Attachment Safety Decal .................................3

General Operating Instructions

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

Operating with the Turbo .................................4

Operating without the Turbo ............................4

Mowing with the Catcher .................................4

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

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

Turbo Installation

Install Front Baffles..........................................6

Install Hook Plate.............................................6

Install Deflector and Hinge ..............................7

Install Turbo Blower .........................................7

Table of Contents

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

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Safety Rules and Information

• Know the tractor’s controls and how to stop quickly.
READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL.

• When blower assembly is removed from the mower
deck, the deflector must be properly installed.

• Read and obey all safety decals.

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

• 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 unless absolutely neces­sary. Always look down and behind before and while
travelling in reverse.

• DO NOT turn sharply when traveling 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.

• 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/collector
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 before attaching, adjusting, or dis­connecting any part of the collection system.

4. Remove the foreign object or clear the chute
with a piece of wood before restarting the
engine.

Note: Never place hands into blower or mower
housing to clear jammed objects. Blower or
mower may rotate when object is removed.

• For added tractor 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.

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

GENERAL WARNINGS

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Safety Rules and Information

SAFETY DECALS

This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro­vide 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 effec­tively, 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.

If any decals are lost or damaged, replace them at once.
See your local dealer for replacements.

Attachment Safety Decal

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.

Decal - WARNING
Thrown Objects Hazard
Part Number 1700259

WARNING

Read and follow all operation and warning decals.

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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

Always operate with throttle at full speed when mowing.

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 unit, disengage the PTO,
shut off the engine and then empty the catcher or clear
the tube.

General Operating Instructions

WARNING

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.

Operating with the Turbo

• Grass should be cut often but 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 to
prevent clogging. If grass is too high, operate with
mower in high cutting position. Cut the grass again in
lower cutting position, if desired.

• Before mowing, clear the lawn of all sticks, stones,
wire and other debris which may be caught or thrown
by the mower blades.

• The blower housing should be removed for cleaning.
If a large amount of cut grass is spilling out from
under the deck, the tube may be plugged or grass
bags are full. Shut off tractor, disengage the PTO,
remove the key, and allow all moving parts to stop
before disconnecting the tube.

• Always operate at full throttle speed.

Operating without the Turbo

• For operation without the turbo, the deflector must be
properly installed in the down position and retained
by the spring latch.

• To remove turbo, reverse the installation steps.

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General Operating Instructions

CAUTION

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

After Operation

Remove any debris from the screen on the underside of
the lid.

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.

CAUTION

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.

Storing the Grass Catcher

Clean the grass catcher thoroughly using a mild deter­gent (other products may damage the tube). Remove
any debris from the the screen on the underside of the
lid.

If paint has been scratched on metal parts, touch up with
paint, or apply a thin film of oil to prevent corrosion.

Store in a dry area. Dry thoroughly before storing for a
long period of time. Always store away from moisture.

Turbo Installation

1. Remove and discard existing baffle from the left side
of the mower deck. It is replaced by turbo baffles.

2. Install the left (23-1/2” long) baffle and right (26-1/2”
front baffle (A and B, Figure 1) using six carriage
bolts (C), lockwashers (D), and nuts (E). Be sure the
bolts are inserted fully into the slots in the mower
deck.

Install Front Baffles

D

E

E

B

Figure 1. Install Front Baffles
A. Left Front Baffle (23-1/2” Long)
B. Right Front Baffle (26-1/2” Long)
C. 5/16-18 x 3/4 Carriage Bolts
D. Lockwashers
E. 5/16-18 Nuts

1. Remove the deflector, spring, and hinge assembly.
Use a hammer to drive the carriage bolts back
through the deck, and discard the deflector.

2. Install the hook plate (A, Figure 2) below the stone
guard (located at the bottom of the discharge open­ing) using two carriage bolts (B) and flange locknuts
(C). Install bolts from the bottom up.

3. Install retainer nut (D) on hook plate.

Install Hook Plate

WARNING

Before beginning any service work turn off the
PTO, set the parking brake, turn off the ignition,
and disconnect the spark plug wire(s).

D

B

C

C

Stone
Guard

Stone
Guard

Figure 2. Install Hook Plate
A. Hook Plate
B. 5/16-18 x 3/4 Carriage Bolts
C. Flange Locknuts
D. Retainer Nut

D

C

A

C

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A

Turbo Installation

Install Deflector and Hinge

1. Install the new deflector and hinge assembly (A,
Figure 3) onto 54-inch mower deck.

2. Secure front of hinge bracket using a new carriage
bolt (B), cylinder spacer (C), lockwasher (D), and nut
(E).

3. Secure back of hinge bracket using carriage bolt (F),
tapered spacer (G), cylinder spacer (C), lockwasher
(D), and nut (E).

A

G

C

E

D

E

D

C

B

F

Install Turbo Blower

1. Pivot the deflector (A, Figure 4) up and out of the
way.

2. Install the turbo blower assembly (B) over the
tapered spacers. Turbo should hook the bottom
hook plate.

3. Install one spring clip (C) on tapered spacers at the
front and rear of hinge to hold in place.

4. Secure turbo blower on hook plate (A, Figure 2)
using plastic knob (D, Figure 4).

5. Push the lever (A, Figure 5) counterclockwise to
release tension on the belt, and install the belt on the
arbor pulley (B).

B

Figure 3. Install Deflector and Hinge
A. Deflector and Hinge Assembly
B. 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 Carriage Bolt
C. 13/16 x 1 Cylinder Spacer
D. Lockwashers
E. 1/4-20 Nuts
F. 1/4-20 x 2-1/4 Carriage Bolt
G. Tapered Spacers

A

D

Figure 4. Install Turbo Blower Assembly
A. Deflector C. Spring Clips
B. Turbo Blower Assembly D. Plastic Knob

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Figure 5. Belt Routing
A. Lever B. Arbor Pulley

FRONT

A

B

C

C

D

A

B

Install Upright Support

1. Set the upright support (A, Figure 7) onto pins of
hitch plate (B)

2. Secure with rod (C) and hair pin (D).

C

Figure 7. Install Upright Support
A. Upright Support C. Rod
B. Hitch Plate D. Hair Pin

Turbo Installation / Triple Catcher Bag Installation

Install Hitch Plate

1. Place the hitch plate (A, Figure 6) onto the bumper
(B) and loosely tighten with U-bolts (C) and locknuts
(D).

2. After the hitch plate is properly centered on the
bumper, tighten the locknuts securely.

D

C

A

C

D

B

Figure 6. Install Hitch Plate
A. Hitch Plate C. U-Bolts
B. Bumper, Tube D 3/8-16 Locknuts

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Install Bag and Cover Support

1. Install the bag and cover support (A, Figure 8) to
upright support (B).

2. Secure with capscrews (C) and locknuts (D).

B

C

A

D

Figure 8. Install Bag and Cover Support
A. Bag and Cover Support C. 3/8-16 x 1 Capscrews
B. Upright Support D. 3/8-16 Locknuts

Triple Catcher Bag Installation

Install Cover Assembly

1. Attach the collector cover (A, Figure 9) to bag and
cover support (B) using hinge pivots (C).

2. Secure the collector cover using cover hinge pins (D)
and hair pins (E).

A

E

C

Figure 9. Install Cover Assembly
A. Collector Cover
B. Bag and Cover Support
C. Hinge Pivots
D. Hair Pins
E. Cover Hinge Pins

B

D

D

C

E

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Install Collector Bags

1. Raise the collector cover (A, Figure 10).

NOTE: It may be necessary to fold zero turn seat forward
to allow cover to stay in the raised position.

2. Attach the collector bags (B) using grass bag hanger
(C) to bag hanger post (D).

C

A

D

Figure 10. Install Collector Bags
A. Collector Cover
B. Collector Bags
C. Grass Bag Hanger
D. Bag Hanger Post

B

Triple Catcher Bag Installation

Connect Upper and Lower Tubes

1. Slide upper tube (A, Figure 11) into opening in col­lector cover (B).

2. Slide lower tube (C) over opening in turbo assembly
(D).

3. Slip one end of rubber strap (E) through clamp (F)
on lower tube.

Figure 11. Connect Upper and Lower Tubes
A. Upper Tube
B. Collector Cover
C. Lower Tube
D. Turbo Assembly
E. Rubber Strap
F. Clamp

G. 1/4-20 x 1/2 Machine Screw
H. Locknut
I. Strap Mount
J. Flexible Hose
K. Hose Clamps

A

B

K

K

J

E

H

D

F

C

G

4 Secure lower tube (C) with machine screw (G) and

locknut (H).

5. Slip other end of rubber strap (E) over strap mount
(I) on top of turbo blower.

6. Connect upper tube (A) and lower tube (C) using
flexible hose (J) and hose clamps (K).

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I

Triple Catcher Bag Installation / Turbo Removal

Figure 12. Install Carrier and Front Weight(s)
A. Carrier, Weight D. Weight(s)
B. 1/2-13 x 1-1/4, E. Rod

Capscrews F. Safety Clips

C. 1/2-13 Locknuts

A

B

F

D

E

Install Carrier and Front Weight(s)

1. Install carrier (A, Figure 12) as shown and secure
with capscrews (B) and locknuts (C).

2. Secure weight(s) (D) using rod (E) and safety
clips (F).

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F

B

C

Remove Turbo Blower

WARNING

The deflector must be properly installed in the
down position and retained. Do not operate the
unit without a deflector.

1. Remove the plastic knob (D, Figure 4) that secures
the turbo blower to the hook plate.

2. Push the lever (A, Figure 5) counterclockwise to
release tension on the belt, and remove the belt from
the arbor pulley (B).

3. Remove spring clips (C, Figure 4) from tapered spac­ers (C, Figure 3) at the front and rear of hinge.

4. Remove the turbo blower assembly (A. Figure 4)
from the mower deck.

5. Return the deflector to the down position.

NOTE: The front baffles (Figure 1) do not need to be
removed.

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