Simplicity GRASS CATCHER, TWIN, CS, XT Operator's Manual

ATTACHMENT
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OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
1697378A-00 Clean Sweep Twin Grass Catcher for XT Zero Turn Mowers
Copyright © Briggs & Stratton
Milwaukee, WI, USA. All rights reserved.
80105234
Revision A
Manual Contents:
Keep hands and feet away from deck.
Operator Safety..............................................................2
Hardware and Parts Identification...............................4
Assembly.........................................................................5
Thrown object hazard.
Operation......................................................................7
Removal......................................................................7
Storage.........................................................................7
Roll over hazard.
Warranty........................................................................8
General Information
The illustrations in this document are representative. Your
unit may vary from the images displayed. LEFT and RIGHT
are referenced from the operator’s position.
All packaging, used oil, and
batteries should be recycled
according to applicable government
regulations.
All language translations of this document are derived from
the original English source file.
Failure to read and follow the safety warnings and
instructions in this document and in the rider operator’s
manual could result in death, serious injury, and/or
property damage.
The warnings and instructions must be read, understood,
and followed when setting-up, operating, servicing,
transporting, or storing the unit.
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Operator Safety
WARNING
Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words
The safety alert symbol
is used to identify safety
information about hazards that can result in personal injury.
A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is
used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and
potential severity of injury. In addition, a hazard symbol may
be used to represent the type of hazard.
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates an action that could result in damage to
the product.
Hazard Symbols and Meanings
Symbol
Meaning
Safety information about the hazards
that can result in personal injury.
Read the directions for use of the
product before operating.
WARNING
• 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
traveling in reverse.
WARNING
Amputation or Laceration Hazard
• If the mower stalls or the collection system plugs,
disengage the electric clutch (PTO), stop the engine
and remove the key. Set the parking brake. Wait for
moving parts to stop. Remove the foreign object or
clear the chute with a piece of wood before restarting
the engine. Never place hands into the blower housing
to clear a jammed object.
• Disengage the electric clutch (PTO). Shut off the
engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to
stop before attaching, adjusting, or disconnecting any
part of the collection system.
• DO NOT make adjustments or repairs while the
engine is running or blades are moving.
• DO NOT not place hands or feet near rotating parts.
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Decal Icon Definitions
WARNING
Thrown Objects Hazard
WARNING: Thrown objects hazard.
Objects thrown by the mower can
seriously injure or kill you.
Do not open the cover while the blades are turning.
• Check the collection system to make sure it is bolted
tightly to the unit.
• 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.
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Do not open the hopper while the
mower blades are turning. Do not operate the mower without the complete
catcher in place.
WARNING
Loss of Control, Roll-over and Tipping
Hazard
7104709
Keep a safe distance. Keep children
away.
• Use a reduced speed on uneven ground and when
turning corners.
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• Mow on the face of slopes as directed in the
operator’s manual and safety warnings on the
product.
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• Reduce loads on hillsides. It is recommended that
the collection system be kept only half full when
mowing any slope. Start mowing on slopes when the
collection system is empty.
• Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6% (10°).
• Select a slow ground speed before driving onto a
slope. Avoid using brakes to control speed.
• Use caution when changing directions and DO NOT
start or stop the rider while on a slope.
Safety Decals
Before operating the grass catcher, read and understand
the installed safety decals. The decals are provided to help
you avoid personal injury or damage to the product.
If any safety decals become damaged or illegible, order
replacements from your local authorized dealer.
Decal - WARNING
Thrown Objects Hazard
Part Number - 7104709
7104709
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Hardware and Parts Identification
• Upper case letters identify the hardware and parts in the kit.
• Lower case letters identify the existing hardware and parts assembled before the start of the installation.
C - TUBE SADDLE
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B - SUPPORT TUBE
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D - WASHER
Assembly
Install the Support Tube
Note: The uppercase letters refer to the hardware and the
parts in the kit. The lowercase letters refer to the existing
hardware and parts.
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WARNING
Before service work, disengage the PTO, set the parking
brake, STOP the engine, remove the key, and disconnect
the spark plug wires.
Note: If the rider has a support tube, start at Step 4.
1. Lower the mower deck to its lowest position.
2. Install the bolts (A, Figure 1) through the holes in the
bumper and the support tube (B).
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Install the Hitch and Catcher
1. Put the hitch assembly (H, Figure 3) onto the support
tube and the bolts.
2. Use the washers (D), and knobs (J) to secure the hitch
assembly.
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3. Install the tube saddles (C), washers (D), and nuts (E).
Make sure that the concave side of the tube saddle is
against the support tube.
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Note: Make sure that the support tube points away from the
rear of the rider.
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Note: If the rider has a cargo bed, see the Operator's
Manual for removal instructions.
4. Inside of the bumper, install the bolts (F, Figure 2)
through the middle holes.
5. Install the pushnuts (G) with a 1/2" depth well socket.
3. On each side of the rider, install the bottom of the
rod assembly (K, Figure 4) into the hole of the fender
mounting bracket (a).
4. On each side of the hitch assembly, install the top of the
rod assembly into the top hole (b).
If necessary, adjust the hardware (c) on the rod assembly.
5. Put the washer (L, Figure 4, inset) onto the rod assembly.
Install the hair pin (M).
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If necessary, tighten the rod hardware to make sure that
the rod is in position.
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Install the Catcher Turbo Kit
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6. Put the catcher bags (N, Figure 5) onto the hanger posts
(d).
WARNING
DO NOT operate the unit without either the entire grass
catcher or the deflector in place.
1.
Install the catcher turbo kit (supplied separately).
Refer to the catcher turbo kit operator's manual for
installation instructions.
2.
Replace the tube assembly in the catcher turbo
kit with the tube assembly (Q, Figure 7) supplied in
this kit. Refer to the catcher turbo kit operator's
manual for tube assembly installation instructions.
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7. Attach the cover assembly (O, Figure 6) onto the hinge
pivots (e).
8. Install the hinge pins (P) through the cover assembly
brackets and the hinge pivots.
9.
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Install the hair pins (M).
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Operation
Removal
WARNING
Disengage the electric clutch (PTO). Shut off the engine,
remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop
before attaching, adjusting, or disconnecting any part of
the collection system.
WARNING
For operation without the catcher, the side discharge
deflector on the mower deck MUST be properly installed
in the down position and retained by the spring latch.
WARNING
Remove all sticks, stones, or other debris, which can get
caught or thrown by the mower blades.
For best results, mow when the grass is dry. Wet grass can
clump and block the mower and grass catcher.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN MOWING, make sure the bottom of
the mower and the bottom of the catcher cover are clear of
grass and debris.
For satisfactory grass collection, air circulation from the
mower deck, through the chute, and into the grass catcher
is very important.
Make sure there are tight connections between the mower
deck, turbo housing, tubes, and grass catcher cover.
Remove the Catcher
1. Lift the cover up and remove and empty the bags.
2. Remove the hair pins and the hinge pins. Remove the
cover.
3. If desired. remove the rods, hitch assembly, and front
weights as installed. (Removal is not necessary.)
Remove the Catcher Turbo Kit
Refer to the catcher turbo kit operator’s manual.
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Mowing with the Catcher
• DO NOT operate the unit without either the entire
grass catcher or the deflector in place.
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Before Operation
Always operate the riding mower with the throttle at full
speed.
If grass is long, slow the ground speed and cut half the
width of the mower to prevent blockage. Another method
is to cut once with the deck in a high setting and then cut
again with the deck in a low setting.
Do not open the cover with the mower engaged.
If a large amount of cut grass ejects from the bottom of the
deck, the tube may be blocked or the bags may be full.
Stop the rider, disengage the PTO, stop the engine and
then empty the catcher or remove the blockage from the
tube.
Storage
Clean the grass catcher with a mild detergent. Remove
debris from the screen on the bottom of the lid.
If paint is scratched on metal parts, paint the parts again, or
apply a thin layer of oil to prevent corrosion.
Keep in a dry area. Dry fully before long term of storage.
Always store away from moisture.
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BRIGGS & STRATTON® PRODUCTS WARRANTY POLICY
LIMITED WARRANTY
Briggs & Stratton warrants that, during the warranty period specified below, it will repair or replace, free of charge, any part that is defective in material or workmanship
or both. Transportation charges on product submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser. This warranty is effective for and is
subject to the time periods and conditions stated below. For warranty service, find the nearest Authorized Service Dealer in our dealer locator map at briggsandstratton.
com. The purchaser must contact the Authorized Service Dealer, and then make the product available to the Authorized Service Dealer for inspection and testing.
There is no other express warranty. Implied warranties, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to the warranty
period listed below, or to the extent permitted by law. Liability for incidental or consequential damages are excluded to the extent exclusion is permitted
by law. Some states or countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states or countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation and 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 or country to country.**
WARRANTY PERIOD
Item
Accessory/Attachment
Consumer Use
Commercial Use
12 months
None
** In Australia - Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major
failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be
of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. For warranty service, find the nearest Authorized Service Dealer in our dealer locator map at
BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM, or by calling 1300 274 447, or by emailing or writing to [email protected], Briggs & Stratton Australia Pty Ltd, 1
Moorebank Avenue, NSW, Australia, 2170.
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The warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the first retail or commercial consumer. “Consumer use” means personal residential household use by a retail consumer. “Commercial use” means all other uses, including use for commercial, income producing or rental purposes. Once a product has experienced commercial use, it
shall thereafter be considered as a commercial use product for purposes of this warranty.
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To ensure prompt and complete warranty coverage, register your product at the website shown above or at www.onlineproductregistration.com.
Save your proof of purchase receipt. If you do not provide proof of the initial purchase date at the time warranty service is requested, the manufacturing date of the
product will be used to determine the warranty period. Product registration is not required to obtain warranty service on Briggs & Stratton products.
ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY
Warranty service is available only through Briggs & Stratton Authorized Service Dealers. Most warranty repairs are handled routinely, but sometimes requests for warranty
service may not be appropriate. This warranty covers only defects in materials or workmanship. It does not cover damage caused by improper use or abuse, improper
maintenance or repair, or normal wear and tear.
Improper Use and Abuse - The proper, intended use of this product is described in the Operator’s Manual. Using the product in a way not described in the Operator’s
Manual or using the product after it has been damaged will not be covered under this warranty. Warranty coverage will also not be provided if the serial number on the
product has been removed or the product has been altered or modified in any way, or if the product has evidence of abuse such as impact damage or water/chemical
corrosion damage.
Improper Maintenance or Repair - This product must be maintained according to the procedures and schedules provided in the Operator’s Manual, and serviced or
repaired using genuine Briggs & Stratton parts or equivalent. Damage caused by lack of maintenance or use of non-original parts is not covered by warranty.
Normal Wear and Tear - Like most mechanical devices, your unit is subject to wear even when properly maintained. This warranty does not cover repairs when normal
use has exhausted the life of a part or the equipment. Maintenance and wear items such as filters, belts, cutting blades, and brake pads (except engine brake pads) are
not covered by warranty due to wear characteristics alone, unless the cause is due to defects in material or workmanship.
Other Exclusions - This warranty excludes damage due to accident, abuse, modifications, alterations, improper servicing, freezing or chemical deterioration.
Attachments or accessories that were not originally packaged with the product are also excluded. This warranty does not include used, reconditioned, second-hand, or
demonstration equipment or engines. This warranty also excludes failures due to acts of God and other force majeure events beyond the manufacturer’s control.
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