Snapper 6-3131 User Manual

Safety Instructions, Installation & Operator’s Manual For

#6-3131 CLAMSHELL GRASS CATCHER KIT FOR

SNAPPER 33” LAWN TRACTORS,

1999 SERIES “D” & LATER

IMPORTANT!

1999 LAWN TRACTOR SERIAL NUMBER BEGINS WITH “9” AND TRACTOR MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH CAST IRON FRONT AXLE.

MANUAL No. 7-3409 (I.R. 01/24/00)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

All safety instructions and operating instructions in the manuals provided with the Snapper Lawn Tractor and this Grass Catcher attachment must be followed. Read, understand, and follow ALL instructions and w arnings in the Operator’s Manual provided with this machine, with the attachment, and ALL instructions and w arnings on the machine, engine and attachment. Failure to comply with ALL instructions and warnings can result in damage, serious injury or death to the operator or other persons.

1) DO NOT allow children or others in the yard when the machine is operated (even with the blades off).

2) DO NOT allow children or others to ride on the machine or attachment (even with the blades off).

3) DO NOT allow children to operate the machine.

4) DO NOT operate blades in reverse. STOP blades. LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets, and hazards before and while backing.

5) FRONT WEIGHT (Bumper Kit), provided with this kit, must be installed before operating machine with grass catcher.

6) DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 10 degrees (18% grade) when equipped with grass catcher.

7) Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on all slopes. Turn blades off when traveling uphill. Use a slow speed and avoid sudden or sharp turns.

8) DO NOT operate machine across face of slopes. Operate up and down. Practice on slopes w ith blades off.

INSTALL CLAMSHELL CATCHER ON 1999 SERIES “D” AND LATER

MODEL LAWN TRACTORS ONLY. LAWN TRACTOR MUST BE

EQUIPPED WITH CAST IRON FRONT AXLE.

! IMPORTANT !

9) AVOID uphill starts. If machine stops going up hill or tires lose traction, turn blades OFF and back slowly down the slope.

10) GRASS CATCHER COMPONENTS are subject to deterioration during normal use. Inspect all components frequently for signs of wear or deterioration. Replace worn or damaged components immediately.

11) DO NOT leave machine with engine running. STOP engine, STOP blades, SET brake, and REMOVE key before leaving operator’s position for any reason.

12) DO NOT attempt to remove or unclog the grass catcher with engine or blades running. Stop engine and blades and make sure all rotating components have come to a complete stop before removing any catcher component or attempting to unclog catcher or deck.

13) DO NOT operate machine with Clamshell Catcher open. The catcher must be closed at all times, unless dumping. STOP blades before dumping grass catcher.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..............................................................2

TABLE OF CONTENTS .......................................................................................3

SECTION 1 - ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS.....................................................4-9

Introduction..............................................................................................................................4

Right & Left Bumper Bracket Installation..............................................................................4

Right & Left Bumper Support Installation......................................................................... 4-5

Hitch Plate and Baffle..............................................................................................................5

Hinge Pivot Bolt Installation...................................................................................................6

Hinge Adjustment – Rear Cover......................................................................................... 6-7

LT Front Bumper Kit, #6-3123, Installation............................................................................7

Air Lift Kit, #6-0480, Installation .............................................................................................7

Deck Adapter Installation.................................................................................................... 7-8

Grass Tube Installation....................................................................................................... 8-9

SECTION 2 – OPERATION & MAINTENANCE.................................................10

Introduction............................................................................................................................10

Grass Catcher Operation ......................................................................................................10

Emptying Grass Catcher.......................................................................................................10

If The Grass Catcher Becomes Clogged.............................................................................10

Grass Catcher Maintenance .................................................................................................10

Before Each Use ....................................................................................................................10

Clamshell Assembly Components................................................................................. 11-12

SECTION 1 – ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

INTRODUCTION

The #6-3131 Clamshell Grass Catcher kit fits Snapper Lawn Tractors, 1999 Series “D” and later models, equipped with 33” decks and Cast Iron Front Axles. Use the following instructions to assemble the Grass Catcher components and prepare your machine for collecting grass clippings and leaves. Follow and complete each step carefully.

STEP 2 RIGHT AND LEFT BUMPER SUPPORT INSTALLATION A. Install Rear Bumper and right Bumper Support to

the right Bumper Bracket. Align holes in Bumper Support, Bumper and Bumper Bracket. Insert (2) 5/16-18 x 1-3/4” Flange Lock bolts and secure with (2) 5/16-18 Flange Lock nuts. Do Not tighten at

this time. See Figure 1.2.

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine.

STEP 1 RIGHT AND LEFT BUMPER BRACKET INSTALLATION A. Remove right rear Seat Support bolt. See Figure

1.1. Note: Removal of rear tires is not required to complete Bracket installation.

REAR SEAT SUPPORT BOLT (REMOVE)

RIGHT BUMPER BRACKET

NOTE: TIRE REMOVED FOR CLARITY ONLY

FIGURE 1.1

B. Loosen Only – right front Seat Support bolt. Back

bolt out only enough to allow the slotted hole in the right Bumper Bracket to slip under head of bolt.

C. With front Seat Support bolt in slotted hole, align

rear hole in Bracket and reinstall rear Seat Support bolt. Tighten bolts securely.

D. Series “F” and Later models Only: Place (1) 5/16-

18 hex nut on each right Seat Support bolt and tighten securely against inside of frame.

E. Repeat for left Bumper Bracket.

FRONT SEAT SUPPORT BOLT

BUMPER BOLTS 5/16-18X1-3/4”

SPACER (HIDDEN IN THIS VIEW)

RIGHT BUMPER SUPPOR

REAR BUMPER

FIGURE 1.2

B. Insert Spacer (P/N 7-3272) between right Bumper

Bracket and Bumper Support. Align holes and insert (1) 5/16-18 x 1-3/4” Flange Lock bolt and secure with (1) 5/16-18 Flange Lock hex nut. Do

Not tighten at this time. See Figure 1.2.

C. Install left Bumper Support to the left Bumper

Bracket. Align bottom hole in Bumper with hole in Bumper Bracket. Insert (1) 5/16-18 x 1-3/4” Flange Lock bolt and secure with (1) 5/16-18 Flange Lock hex nut. Do not tighten at this time. Align hole in left Bumper Support with top hole on Rear Bumper as shown and insert (1) 5/16-18 x 1-3/4” Flange Lock bolt. Secure with (1) 5/16-18 Flange Lock hex nut. Do not tighten at this time. See Figure 1.3.

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