Snapper 6-3162 BLOWER KIT User's Manual
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1. 11 15 AAA ARA 16 SECTION 1 INSTALLATION INTRODUCTION This section covers installation of the Snapper Commercial Grass Catcher Blower Kit for Snapper Mid Mount Z Rider mowers FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THIS PRODUCT BEFORE YOU BEGIN INSTALLATION See Sections for the PARTS ILLUSTRATIONS and PARTS LISTS Study these pages Become familiar with the parts their method of assembly and also their location Open the Hardware Bag and separate the nuts bolts washers etc according to their size Put the separated fasteners into different bags containers This will speed assembly time Read the following installation instructions carefully When you begin installation make certain that you follow the steps in sequence as presented this also will save you time 1 1 BLOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION All Models Install the blower drive belt as follows A Depress idler and remove inside forward clutch drive belt See Figure 1 1 REMOVE INSIDE CLUTCH DRIVE BELT ELECTRIC CLUTCH CONNECTOR WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR FIGURE 1 1 IMPORTANT The grass catcher kit includes two different length blower drive belts Carefully check the part numbers to insure you install the correct belt on your machine 1 Belt Part No 7 2738 fits ZMT and machines with the 6 3165 Drive Shaft Lowering Kit installed 2 Belt Part No 4 6249 fits all other2. DESCRIPTION MOUNT Grass Catcher Gearbox MMZ OFZ PULLEY 5 45 O D Cast WELDMENT Blower Impeller WELDMENT Chute Adapter WELDMENT Impeller Housing Front Includes Item 21 GEARBOX Right Angle SPACER Gearbox Grass Catcher Pulley WELDMENT Blower Housing Includes Item 20 SCREW 3 8 16 x 5 1 2 Hex Head Cap Grade 5 10 SCREW 3 8 24 x 1 Hex Head Cap Grade 5 NUT 5 16 18 Hex Nyloc 18 NUT 3 8 16 Hex Nyloc 2 WASHER 3 8 x 11 16 x 3 32 Slotted Lock SCREW 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Hex Head Cap Grade 5 2 WASHER 13 32 x 1 1 2 Flat BOLT 5 16 18 x 3 4 Short Neck Carriage Grade 5 8 SCREW 5 16 x 5 8 Hex Socket Head Set 4 KEY 3 16 x 1 1 2 Square KEY 5 32 x 5 8 Woodruff DECAL Danger Hand DECAL Caution 15 SNAPPER 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one 1 year from purchase date for the original purchaser s use SNAPPER through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace free of charge except for taxes where applicable any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough Georgia to be defective in material or workmanship or both SNAPPER FIELD SERVICEABLE SPINDLES and their components used on SNAPPER PRO Mid Size walks and SNAPPERZRIDER ride on commercial equipment have a three 3 year limited warranty against defects in material or workmanship or both All transportation costs incurred by the purchaser in submitting material to an authorized SNAPPER dealer for re
3. Install the discharge adapter See Figure 1 3 SECURE WITH INSERT PIN COTTER PIN gt THRU HOLE 7 dd A FASTEN HOOK OVER LIP ON DECK PUSH DOWN DISCHARGE TO SECURE IN ADAPTER PLACE FIGURE 1 3 1 3 BLADE INSTALLATION 61 DECKS ONLY NOTE Blade Part No 2 9251 is included in Adapter Kit Part No 6 3076 for 61 Decks A Apply parking brake B Use a hydraulic floor jack or hoist to raise machine high enough to gain access to the underside of deck Secure machine with safety blocks A WARNING A Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury C Remove discharge side cutter blade and store for later use See Figure 1 4 DISCHARGE ADAPTER SEE FIG 1 3 gt NEW BLADE PART No 2 9251 BOLT 70 TO 80 FT LBS FIGURE 1 4 DISCHARGE SIDE CUTTER SPINDLE 61 DECKS ONLY D Use blade hardware previously removed to install new kit blade to discharge side cutter spindle Refer to Figure 1 4 1 4 FRONT WEIGHT KIT INSTALLATION WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance repairs service and unclogging grass tube or deck adapter with the engine running STOP engine STOP blade Engage parking brake Remove key from ignition switch Remove spark plug wire s and secure wire s away from spark plug s Engine muffler and surrounding
4. Mid Mount machines A WARNING A DO NOT attempt any maintenance adjustments or service with engine running STOP blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key DO NOT operate machine without entire grass catcher deflector or guards in place IMPORTANT Some models are equipped with a single belt drive To install the catcher on these models the single groove pulley P N 4 6969 must be replaced with dual groove pulley P N 7 2388 The idler pulley P N 1 8573 must also be replaced with P N 3 5867 On MZM Models only do not use existing P N 5 8209 belt Replace with P N 3 5543 B Install blower drive belt on inside forward pulley of electric clutch Stretch belt out to the right hand side and lay it over the frame rail C Place the other belt in storage for later use 1 2 DISCHARGE ADAPTER INSTALLATION NOTE The adapter kits are sold separately based on the size deck on your machine 61 Decks require Kit No 6 3076 52 Decks require Kit No 6 3077 Disconnect the battery cables Remove the negative Black cable first Remove the positive Red cable last Remove the deflector as follows A Remove cotter pin B Remove deflector hinge pin and spring C Remove deflector and store it along with the other parts for later use See Figure 1 2 REMOVE COTTER PIN HINGE PIN SPRING amp DEFLECTOR 7 SPRING 74 HINGE PIN DEFLECTOR FIGURE 1 2 SECTION 1 INSTALLATION D
5. allow children in yard when machine is operated even with the blades OFF 3 DO NOT allow children or others to ride on machine or on attachments even with the blade OFF They may fall and be seriously injured 4 DO NOT allow pre teenage children to operate machine Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator 5 ALLOW only adults or responsible teenagers with mature judgment under close adult supervision to operate machine 6 DO NOT operate blades reverse STOP BLADES LOOK and SEE behind and down for children pets and hazards before and while backing 7 USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision PROTECTION AGAINST TIPOVERS 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 the slope DO NOT it Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments these turf conditions affect the handling and the stability of the machine 1 DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15 degrees 27 grade 2 Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10 degrees 18 grade Turn blades OFF when traveling uphill Use a slow speed and avoid sudden or sharp turns 3 DO NOT operate machine back and forth across face of slopes Operate up and down Practice on slopes with blades off 4 AV
6. areas are extremely hot Allow components to cool down before installing kit Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury Grass Catchers affect handling amp stability of all machines Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes DO NOT operate machine on slopes greater than 10 degrees DO NOT mow across slopes mow up amp down DO NOT park machine on slopes A Remove top nuts and top flat washers on both sides of axle Place all weights on top of axle The 1 4 thick plate must be at the top See Figure 1 5 1 4 PLATE MUST BE ON TOP es 4 WEIGHTS AXLE FIGURE 1 5 Continued Next Page SECTION 1 INSTALLATION WARNING 4h DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance repairs service and unclogging grass tube or deck adapter with the engine running STOP engine STOP blade Engage parking brake Remove key from ignition switch Remove spark plug wire s and secure wire s away from spark plug s Engine muffler and surrounding areas are extremely hot Allow components to cool down before installing kit Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades Blades extremely sharp and can cause severe injury Grass Catchers affect handling stability of all machines Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes DO NOT operate machine on slopes great
7. 5 16 18 3B Hex Nyloc 13 ASSEMBLY Blower Base Includes item 30 GROUP Idler Arm Incl Items 6 7 thru 16 and 26 WELDMENT Idler Arm 5 3 8 overall length BEARING 9 16 Flange 2 STUD Idler PIN 1 8 x 3 4 Cotter WASHER 9 16 Narrow Type Flat NUT 3 8 24 Hex Nyloc SCREW 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 Hex Head Cap Grade 5 NUT 3 8 16 Hex Nyloc FITTING 3 16 Lube SPRING Torsion Pulley Idler V BELT Kohler Mid Mount Models V BELT Twin Stick Mid Mount Models CLAMP 6 Hose 4 HOSE Flex 6 x 58 Long HOSE Flex 6 x 14 Long KIT Catcher Adapter 61 Deck shown Includes item 2 KIT Catcher Adapter 52 Deck Includes item 2 WASHER 1 2 Flat PIN 1 8 x 1 2 Hair BLADE 21 61 Deck Only DECAL Hand Danger GUARD Belt Includes item 30 WASHER 13 32 x 13 16 x 3 8 Flat DECAL Caution BRACE Blower BOLT 5 16 18 x 3 4 Short Neck Carriage Grade 5 13 DECAL Danger SCREW 5 16 18 x 3 4 Hex Washer Self Tapping 3 NOTE These parts 18 thru 20 are not part of this Blower Kit They must be purchased separately These parts are in 6 3134 Shell Kit BLOWER KIT 13 BLOWER ASSEMBLY BLOWER KIT BLOWER ASSEMBLY ITEM PART NO 1 4 1990 2 4 2867 3 4 4893 4 4 4924 5 5 7733 6 4 6215 7 4 6393 8 5 7734 9 7 9944 10 9 0160 11 9 1298 12 9 1299 13 9 1320 14 9 1328 15 9 1331 16 9 1508 17 9 1802 18 9 1803 19 9 1823 20 2 4773 21 2 2522 BLOWER KIT
8. OID uphill starts If machine stops going uphill or tires lose traction turn blades OFF and back slowly down the slope PROTECTION AGAINST TIPOVERS Continued From Previous Column 5 STAY ALERT for holes and other hidden hazards Tall grass can hide obstacles Keep away from ditches washouts culverts fences and protruding objects 6 DO NOT operate machine near drop offs ditches embankments washouts culverts fences and protruding objects KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE at least 3 feet away from edge of ditches and other drop offs The machine could turn over if an edge caves in 7 Always begin forward motion slowly and with caution 8 Use weights or a weighted load carrier in accordance with instructions supplied with a grass catcher DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 10 degrees 18 grade when equipped with grass catcher 9 DO NOT put your foot on the ground to try to stabilize the machine 10 DO NOT operate machine on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding 11 DO NOT operate machine under any condition where traction steering or stability is doubtful 12 Operator Protective Structures are available for this machine through your local SNAPPER dealer PREPARATION 1 Read understand and follow instructions and warnings in this manual and on the machine engine and attachments Know the controls the safety signs and the proper use of the machine before starting If the operators or mechanics cannot rea
9. PPORT TO GEAR BOX MOUNT USING 4 P N 91508 8 4 P N 91298 FIGURE 1 7 6 Install belt onto idler and blower pulleys as shown in Figure 1 8 Align idler pulley blower pulley and engine drive pulley using belt 7 Once aligned tighten the blower assembly to the support 8 Install belt guard Refer to Figure 1 9 9 Mount the left hand brace to the left hand side of frame See Figure 1 10 Check pulley and belt alignment Tighten all nuts and bolts securely CARRIAGE BOLTS 8 LOCKNUTS FIGURE 1 10 10 SECTION 2 PARTS IDENTIFICATION CONTENTS ITEM PAGE NO Blower Idler Adapter amp Blade Assemblies 12 13 Blower AN nana acne nane senene ne 14 15 BLOWER IDLER ADAPTER amp BLADE ASSEMBLIES 22 a 20 208 18 N 2 SEE PAGES t 13 amp 14 FOR PARTS BREAKDOWN 1 BLOWER KIT BLOWER IDLER ADAPTER BLADE ASSEMBLIES ITEM NO TV FB a 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19A 19B 20A 20B 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 PART NO 5 7704 1 3010 9 1298 5 8583 5 7717 4 2622 1 4409 3 5816 9 1598 9 1804 9 1518 9 1553 9 1299 1 3324 3 5713 1 9078 4 6249 7 2738 4 6248 4 6247 7 3170 6 3076 6 3077 9 0550 9 1947 2 9251 2 4773 5 8583 9 1514 2 2522 7 2399 9 1508 4 1983 9 1541 DESCRIPTION ASSEMBLY Blower See Pages 25 amp 26 for Parts Breakdown DECAL Warning NUT
10. STOP MACHINE on level ground lower deck engage parking brake and make sure engine and blades have stopped before removing grass catcher or unclogging mower to prevent injury to hands or feet Blades must be OFF except when cutting grass Set blades in highest position when mowing over rough ground Keep hands and feet away from rotating blades underneath deck DO NOT place foot on ground while BLADES are ON or machine is in motion DO NOT operate machine without entire grass catcher or guards in place DO point discharge at people passing cars windows or doors Slow down before turning Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways STOP engine immediately after striking an object or if an abnormal vibration occurs Remove key Remove and disconnect the sparkplug wire Make necessary repairs before resuming operation Mow only in daylight or with good artificial light Move motion control levers SLOWLY to maintain control during speed and directional changes Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads DO NOT pull loads greater than 300 pounds Avoid jack knifing DO NOT turn sharply DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly poison DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where fumes may reach an open flame spark or pilot light such as in a water heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliance Allow engine to cool before sto
11. Safety Instructions Installation 8 Operator s Manual For SMAPPER 6 3162 BLOWER KIT for COMMERCIAL GRASS CATCHERS for MID MOUNT Z RIDERS SNAPPER cn 025 05 4 MANUAL No 7 3571 Rev 1 7 28 00 COPYRIGHT O 2000 SNAPPER INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons The owner of the machine must understand these instructions and must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate machine Each person operating the machine must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance which might impair vision dexterity or judgment If you have any questions pertaining to your machine which your dealer cannot answer to your satisfaction call or write the Customer Service Department at SNAPPER McDonough Georgia 30253 Phone 1 800 935 2967 PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them 1 KEEP children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult 2 DO NOT
12. d English it is the owner s responsibility to explain this material to them 2 Only mature responsible persons shall operate or service the machine and only after proper instruction and training The owner 15 responsible for training the operators Further the owner operator can prevent and or is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves other people or property 3 Data indicates that operators age 60 and above are involved in a large percentage of mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury PREPARATION Continued From Previous Page 4 10 11 12 13 14 Handle fuel with extra care Fuels are flammable and vapors are explosive Use only an approved fuel container DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running Add or drain fuel outdoors only with engine stopped and cool Clean spilled fuel from machine DO NOT smoke Practice operation of machine with BLADES OFF to learn controls and develop skills Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects such as toys wire rocks limbs and other objects that could cause injury if thrown by blades or interfere with mowing Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to properly and safely perform the job Only use accessories and attachments approved by SNAPPER Keep people and pet
13. ecure wire s away from spark plug s 10 DO NOT change engine governor speed settings or overspeed engine DO NOT make adjustments with the engine running 11 Lubricate machine at intervals specified in manual to prevent controls from binding 12 Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blades or wear heavy leather gloves and use CAUTION when handling them Never straighten or weld blades only replace them 13 DO NOT test for spark by grounding spark plug next to spark plug hole spark plug could ignite gas exiting engine 14 Carefully release pressure from components with stored energy 15 Have machine serviced by authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices Never allow untrained personnel to service machine 16 Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts to assure that original standards are maintained A WARNING A Front Weight Kit 6 3180 must be installed before operating machine with the Clamshell Grass Catcher DECALS NEW DECAL MUFFLER AND X ADJACENT AREAS MAY EXCEED 150 F Kb TO PREVENT FIRE 545 KEEP MUFFLER AREA UNCLOGGING DISCHARGE CHUTE TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY 0 2 4 DEGALS 5 TABLE F CONTEN TO 2 420 500 2008 ai ee 6 SECTION Ts INSTALEATION sti 7 10 SECTION 2 PARTS
14. er than 10 degrees DO NOT mow across slopes mow up 8 down DO NOT park machine on slopes 1 4 FRONT WEIGHT KIT INSTALLATION Continued From Previous Page B Place end brackets on top of weights and front axle See Figure 1 C Install all four flat washers and top nuts and tighten securely See Figure 1 5B END BRACKETS PLACE END BRACKETS ON TOP OF WEIGHTS AND AXLE FIGURE 1 5A FIGURE 1 5B INSTALL ALL WASHERS AND NUTS TIGHTEN SECURELY SECTION 1 INSTALLATION 1 5 MOUNTING THE BLOWER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY BLOWER 1 Place blower support assembly into position on PULLEY the right rear corner of the frame 2 Align the blower support assembly with the four 4 holes in the side of the frame and secure with four 4 5 16 18 x 3 4 carriage bolts and Nyloc nuts 3 Install the idler pulley assembly as shown in IDLER PULLEY ENGINE DRIVE Figure 1 6 MOVE BLOWER 4 Remove the 5 16 18 Nyloc nuts from the amp SUPPORT TO appropriate blower assembly bolts as shown in ALIGN Figure 1 7 5 Attach the blower assembly to the support as FIGURE 1 8 shown in Figure 1 7 Leave room for adjustment EN SELF TAPPING BELT GUARD FLAT IDLER SCREWS WASHER PIVOT SHAFT LOOSEN NUTS FROM ONE BLOWER BOLT ON EACH SIDE RETIGHTEN NUTS AFTER GUARD IS IN PLACE FIGURE 1 6 BLOWER BRACE BLOWER ASSEMBLY BLOWER SUPPORT LEFT HAND BRACE P N 72399 ATTACHES FROM BLOWER SU
15. llow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state WARNING THE USE OF REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN GENUINE SNAPPER PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE SAFETY OF SNAPPER PRODUCTS AND WILL VOID ANY LIABILITY AND WARRANTY BY SNAPPER ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF SUCH PARTS IMPORTANT Please fill out the attached SNAPPER Product Registration Card immediately and mail to Snapper s Product Registration Center P O Box 1379 McDonough Georgia 30253 16 Safety Instructions Installation 8 Operator s Manual For SMAPPER 6 3162 BLOWER KIT for COMMERCIAL GRASS CATCHERS for MID MOUNT Z RIDERS SMAPPER GA 30253 U S A COPYRIGHT O SNAPPER INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No 7 3571 Rev 1 7 28 00
16. placement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser This warranty does not apply to engines and their components and batteries as these items are warranted separately This warranty does not apply to parts that have been damaged by accident alteration abuse improper lubrication normal wear or other cause beyond the control of SNAPPER This warranty does not cover any machine or component that has been altered or modified changing safety performance or durability Batteries have a one 1 year prorated warranty period with free replacement if required during the first ninety 90 days from the original purchase date SNAPPER will not be responsible for any installation cost incurred The battery warranty only covers original equipment batteries and does not cover damage to the battery or machine caused by neglect or abuse destruction by fire explosion freezing overcharging improper maintenance or use of improper electrolyte There is no other express warranty DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one 1 year from purchase date for the original purchaser s use and up to the extent permitted by law and all implied warranties are excluded This is the exclusive remedy Liabilities for consequential damages under any and all warranties are excluded Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do not a
17. ring machine in an enclosure Store fuel container out of the reach of children in a well ventilated unoccupied building Shut off fuel when equipped with valve while storing or transporting machine Clean grass and debris from engine mufflers drives and cutting units to help prevent overheating and fires Clean up fuel oil and excess grease When draining fuel tank drain fuel into an approved container outdoors and away from open flame Check brakes frequently adjust repair or replace as needed Keep all bolts nuts and screws properly tight Check that all cotter pins are in proper position Always provide adequate ventilation when running engine Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly poison 4h IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE Continued From Previous Page 7 Disconnect battery before performing maintenance or service Cranking engine could cause injury Disconnect negative black cable from battery first and positive red cable last Reconnect positive first and negative last Charge battery in an open well ventilated area away from spark and flames Unplug charger before connecting or disconnecting from battery Wear protective clothing and insulated gloves 8 Park machine on level ground DO NOT work under machine without safety blocks 9 Service engine and clean adjust or repair only when engine and blades are stopped Remove spark plug wire s from spark plug s and s
18. s out of mowing area Immediately STOP blades STOP engine STOP machine if anyone enters the area DO NOT operate machine unless all shields deflectors switches blade controls and other safety devices are in place and functioning properly Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible Replace if damaged Protect yourself when mowing and wear appropriate clothing including safety glasses long pants ear protection hardhat and substantial footwear with good traction Long hair loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts Know how to STOP blades and engine quickly in preparation for emergencies Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Check grass catcher components frequently for signs of wear or deterioration and replace as needed to prevent injury from thrown objects going through weak or worn spots 2 Mount dismount machine from left side Start engine from operator s seat Make sure blades are OFF and parking brake 15 set Use seat belts if provided DO NOT leave machine with engine running Stop engine Stop blades Set brake Remove key DO NOT operate machine unless properly seated with feet on foot rests or pedal s DO NOT operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Continued From Previous Column 6 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
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