Simplicity 46" SINGLE STAGE SNOWTHROWER ATTACHMENT (FOR LEGACY/2000/2900 SERIES) User manual

Brand: Simplicity

Model: 46" SINGLE STAGE SNOWTHROWER ATTACHMENT (FOR LEGACY/2000/2900 SERIES)

Category: Snow throwers

Type: User manual

Simplicity 46" SINGLE STAGE SNOWTHROWER ATTACHMENT (FOR LEGACY/2000/2900 SERIES) is designed to clear snow quickly and efficiently from driveways, walkways, and other areas. With its powerful auger and impeller, it can throw snow up to 20 feet away. The chute can be rotated 180 degrees to direct snow in any direction, and the deflector can be adjusted to control the height and distance of the snow throw. The snowthrower also features skid shoes to protect the surface beneath it from damage. It requires two Simplicity 1693160 50 lb. wheel weights (one per rear wheel) or two 50 lb.

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OPERATOR’S

MANUAL

46” Single-Stage Snowthrower

Mfg. No. Description

1692934 46” Single Stage Snowthrower (for use with Legacy / 2000 / 2900 Series)

1693761 46” Single Stage Snowthrower (for use with Legacy / 2000 / 2900 Series)

1717485-02

Rev 7/2000

TP 100-2099-02-AT-SMA

46” Single-Stage

Snowthrower

MANUFACTURING, INC.

500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997

Port Washington, WI 53074-0997

www.simplicitymfg.com

General

Required Accessories

Two Simplicity 1693160 50 lb. wheel weights (one per rear

wheel) OR two 50 lb. Simplicity Quick Tach weights (1692939)

and rear weight carrier (1692941) are required when using this

attachment.

Tire chains and Simplicity Quick Tach weights are recommended

when installing this attachment on your tractor. Quick Tach

weights are an easy way to improve traction and stability making

your snowthrower more efficient. Quick Tach weights are easy

to install and remove, and can be added in 50 lb. increments

(maximum of 300 lbs). To purchase tire chains, Quick Tach

weights, or wheel weights, see you Simplicity Dealer.

For operation on slopes greater than 15% (8.5°), Quick Tach

Weights, tire chains, and wheel weights are recommended. Never

operate on slopes greater than 30% (16.7°). operate on slopes

greater than 30% (16.7°).

Safety Decals

DANGER

AVOID INJURY

FROM ROTATING

AUGER!

Keep hands, feet,

and clothing away.

1716532

DANGER

AVOID INJURY

FROM ROTATING

BLOWER!

Shut off engine

before unclogging

discharge chute.

1716533

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

• Refer to Operator's Manual for Safety and

Operating Instructions.

• Keep all guards and shields in place.

• Stop engine, remove key, and be sure all

moving parts have come to a complete

stop before servicing or unplugging.

• Do not use hands to unplug chute or auger.

• Always direct discharge so as to avoid injury

to persons —or damage to property.

• Never allow anyone in front of the machine

while it is operating.

1716531

WARNING

Part No. 1716532

Auger Danger Decal Part No. 1716533

Discharge Chute Danger Decal

Part No. 1716531

Main Operation Warning Decal

OPERATION AND USE

Recommended Accessories .......................1

Safety Decals ................................................1

Safety Rules..................................................2

Operation ......................................................3

Maintenance..................................................5

Adjustments..................................................7

Skid Shoe Adjustment ...............................7

Lift Height Adjustment ...............................7

Downward Pressure Adjustment ...............7

Electric Chute Rotator Gear ......................7

Troubleshooting ...........................................8

INITIAL ASSEMBLY

Install Front HItch Mounting Brackets .......9

Install Rear Hitch Mounting Brackets.........9

Install Attachment Lift Extension ...............9

Drill Remote Deflector Mounting Holes......9

Attach Snowthrower Lift Arm......................9

Assemble Ladder Hitch .............................10

Attach Snowthrower Hitch ........................10

Attach Deflector Control Cable Arm.........10

Attach Snowthrower Lift Arm....................10

Assemble Discharge Chute.......................11

Install Skid Shoes.......................................11

Connect Chute Rotator Wire Harness ......11

HITCH INSTALLATION

Install Hitch Onto Tractor ..........................12

Install Lift Rod ............................................12

SNOWTHROWER

INSTALLATION

Snowthrower Installation...........................13

SNOWTHROWER & HITCH

REMOVAL

Snowthrower & Hitch Removal .................14

REFERENCE INFORMATION

Hardware ID & Torque Specs. ...................15

Drill Deflector Control Mount Holes. ........16

NOTE: In these instructions, “left” and “right”

are referred to as seen from the operating

position.

TP 100-2099-02-AT-SMA

WHEN OPERATING

WITH SNOWTHROWER,

REAR WHEEL WEIGHTS

ARE REQUIRED.

CAUTION

1716540

Part No. 1716540

Wheel Weights Required Decal

General

•Read this manual and the tractor Operator’s Manual

carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and

the proper use of the equipment.

•Never allow children to operate the machine. Do not

allow adults to operate it without proper instruction.

•Do not carry passengers.

•Use only attachments or accessories designed for

your machine. See your dealer for a complete list of

recommended attachments or accessories.

•Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, par-

ticularly small children, and pets.

•Never direct discharge chute towards bystanders.

•Make sure all hardware is secure and that

snowthrower is in good operating condition.

•Check to be sure all safety devices and shields are in

place.

•Check that all adjustments are correct before using

this unit.

•Gasoline is highly flammable. Follow all precautions

listed in your tractor’s operator’s manual.

•Always wear eye protection while operating and per-

forming adjustments to protect eyes from debris

thrown by the snowthrower.

•When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the unit make

sure all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect and

secure the spark plug wire and remove the key to

prevent accidental starting.

Safety Rules

Read these safety rules, and the safety rules in your tractor Operator’s Manual, and follow them

closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of vehicle, severe personal injury

to yourself, or damage to property or equipment. The triangle in the text signifies important cau-

tions or warnings which must be followed.

WARNING

If the auger stalls or the chute 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 blower housing to clear jammed

object. Auger may rotate when object is removed.

WARNING

For operation on slopes greater than 15% (8.5°),

weight box, tire chains and wheel weights are recom-

mended. Never operate on slopes greater than 30%

(16.7°).

Preparation

•Disengage the PTO before making any adjustments.

•Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine

is running.

•Thoroughly inspect the area where the snowthrower

is to be operated and remove all foreign objects.

•Adjust the skid shoe height to clear gravel or crushed

stone surface. See the Adjustments section for pro-

cedure.

Operation

•Always clear snow up and down the face of slopes,

never across the face. Exercise extreme caution

when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to

clear steep slopes.

•Exercise extreme caution when operating on, or

crossing, gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for

hidden hazards or traffic.

•After striking an object or if unit starts to vibrate

abnormally, stop the engine, disengage the PTO, and

remove the key. Check for the cause and any dam-

age before restarting. Before any inspection, make

sure all moving parts have stopped.

•Take all possible precautions before leaving opera-

tor’s position. Disengage the PTO, lower the attach-

ment, set the parking brake, stop the engine and

remove the key.

•Never operate the snowthrower near glass enclo-

sures, automobiles, window wells, dropoffs, etc.

•Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.

Keep clear of discharge opening at all times.

•Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to

clear snow at too fast a rate.

•Never operate unit at high transport speeds on slip-

pery surfaces. Use care when travelling in reverse.

•Disengage power to snowthrower when transporting

or not in use.

•Never operate the snowthrower without good visibility

or light. Always be sure your feet are properly placed

on the footrests and keep a firm hold on the steering

wheel.

•Do not run the engine indoors.

•Never direct the discharge at bystanders or allow

anyone in front of the unit.

OPERATION

Controls

Read and understand the instructions in your tractor

Operator’s Manual.

Refer to Figure 1 for control locations.

A. ELECTRIC CHUTE ROTATOR

Rotates the chute right and left.

B. PTO SWITCH

Engages and disengages the snowthrower.

C. ATTACHMENT LIFT

Raises the snowthrower off the ground for transport.

D. REMOTE DEFLECTOR CONTROL

Sets and locks in the angle of the chute deflector.

Checks Before Starting

1. Refer to the Maintenance & Adjustments section of

this manual and perform any needed service. Also,

refer to the tractor Operator’s Manual and perform

any required service.

2. Remove any objects from the work area which might

be caught in, or thrown by, the auger.

3. Before starting the engine, clear the auger of any ice

which may cause damage to the unit.

4. Adjust the deflector and skid shoes to desired height.

See Skid Shoe Adjustment.

5. Make sure all hardware is present and secure.

Figure 1. Controls

A. Electric Chute Rotator

B. PTO Switch

C. Attachment Lift

D. Remote Deflector Control

WARNING

• Never operate on slopes greater than 30%

(16.7o), which is a rise of three feet (.9m) vertical-

ly in 10 feet (3.1m) horizontally.

• When operating on slopes greater than 15%

(8.5o), one wheel weight on each rear wheel and

tire chains are recommended.

• Select slow ground speed before driving onto a

slope. Avoid using brakes to control speed.

• Drive up and down the face of the slopes, never

across the slope face.

• Use caution when changing directions and DO

NOT START OR STOP ON A SLOPE.

WARNING

Perform the Safety System Interlock test found in

your tractor Operator’s Manual. If tractor does not

pass the test, do not operate the tractor. See your

authorized dealer. Under no circumstances should

you attempt to defeat the safety system.

Operating On Slopes

Operation

Transporting

1. Disengage the electric clutch and then raise the

snowthrower.

2. Adjust ground speed according to surface conditions.

3. Select a low ground speed when transporting on a

slippery surface.

Engine & Ground Speed Selection

Always run the engine at full throttle.

Normally, a slow ground speed is best for throwing snow.

The deeper or heavier the snow, the slower the recom-

mended ground speed.

Starting & Stopping

1. Start the tractor engine. Set engine throttle at 1/2

speed.

2. Lower the snowthrower.

3. Engage the electric clutch switch. Snowthrower auger

should rotate. Disengage the electric clutch switch.

Snowthrower auger should stop.

4. Adjust the throttle to full speed. Select the proper

ground speed.

5. To stop the tractor, depress the clutch/brake pedal.

To stop the snowthrower, disengage the electric

clutch. Before leaving the seat, stop the engine, dis-

engage the electric clutch, set the parking brake,

remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Always raise the snowthrower before turning or

backing up, to prevent damage to the unit.

WARNING

If auger does not start and stop when

engaging/disengaging electric clutch, see your

authorized dealer. Under no circumstances should

you attempt to defeat the safety system.

Snow Removal Suggestions

•Determine the best snow removal pattern before

beginning.

•Wind direction is an important factor to consider.

Rotate the spout to discharge snow downwind.

•Plan the pattern so that you avoid throwing snow on

cleared areas and on yourself as you are operating.

•When land contour permits, it is best to travel in the

longest direction to minimize turning.

•In very deep or heavy snow, it may be necessary to

make the first pass with snowthrower partially raised,

backing up every few feet and lowering the

snowthrower to clear the snow left on the surface.

Also, it may be necessary to slice off less than the full

width of the auger or reduce ground speed.

•If snow stops flowing freely from the spout, back

away until the snowthrower clears itself.

Daily Storage

1. Run the snowthrower a few minutes after blowing

snow to prevent freeze-up of auger.

2. Allow tractor engine to cool before storing in any

enclosure.

Off-Season Storage

1. Remove snowthrower from the tractor. Hitch can

remain installed if other attachments are to be used.

2. Use water pressure or a brush to thoroughly clean

the housing.

3. Paint, or lightly coat with oil, any area where paint

has been worn or chipped away.

4. Lubricate the snowthrower.

5. Store the snowthrower and hitch in a dry place.

DANGER

To prevent an explosion or fire, never store the

tractor with fuel in the tank inside a building where

an ignition source is present.

DANGER

If the auger stalls or the chute plugs, DISENGAGE

THE ELECTRIC CLUTCH, STOP THE ENGINE AND

REMOVE THE KEY. SET THE PARKING BRAKE.

WAIT FOR MOVING PARTS TO STOP. Remove the

foreign object or clear the spout with a piece of

wood before restarting the engine. Never place

hands into auger housing or spout to clear

jammed object. Auger may rotate when object is

removed.

Maintenance

Figure 2. Drive Chain

A. Flange Nuts F. Adjustment Nuts

B. Chain Guard G. Drive Shaft Sprocket

C. Spacers H. Nuts

D. Auger Sprocket I. Drive Shaft

E. Drive Sprocket

Schedule For Normal Care

Care Required Schedule

Clean snow and ice from After each use.

snowthrower.

Lubricate snowthrower. Every 10 hours or at

least once a year.

Inspect, adjust and Once a year or more

lubricate drive chain. often under frequent

Check Gear Box Oil use.

Inspect, Adjust, & Lubricate Drive Chain

See Figure 2.

1. Remove the two flange nuts (A) and chain guard (B).

2. Check the chain. Replace chain if worn or damaged.

3. There should be no slack in the chain, and the

sprockets (D and G) should be aligned. The drive

shaft (I) should be parallel with the auger housing. If

adjustment is required proceed with steps 4 - 7.

4. Loosen the adjustment nuts (F).

5. Pull rearward on the drive shaft (I) until all slack is

removed from chain. With drive shaft housing parallel

with auger housing, and sprockets aligned, retighten

the adjustment nuts (F). Torque to 40-50 ft. lbs.

6. Spread a coat of grease on the chain, working the

grease into the links.

7. Reinstall the chain guard (B) and two nuts (A).

Lubricate the Auger

Lubricate the auger as shown in Figure 3.

Lubricate Discharge Chute

Lubricate the ring gear at the base of the discharge

chute with lithium grease. Lubricate the deflector hinge,

extension linkage, and cable with oil (see Figure 4).

WARNING

To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on

the tractor or snowthrower only when the engine is

stopped, parking brake is set and all moving parts

have stopped. Always remove the ignition key

before beginning maintenance or adjustments to

prevent accidental starting of the engine.

Figure 3. Lubricate Auger

Grease

Chain

Figure 4. Lube Discharge Chute

Maintenance

Figure 5. Drive Shaft Lubrication

Drive Shaft Lubrication

Lubricate the universal joints at both ends of the

snowthrower drive shaft with lithium grease. Also lubri-

cate the grease zerk in the middle of the shaft (see

Figure 5).

Figure 6. Remove Plate Hardware

A. Capscrew, Lockwasher, & Flange Nut

Figure 7. Fill Plug Location

Figure 8. Level Plug Location

Access

Level Plug

Here

Fill Plug

Check Gear Box Oil

1. Remove and retain the four capscrews, lockwashers,

and flange nuts (A, Figure 6) securing the gear box

plate.

2. Rotate the gear box to access the top fill plug (see

Figure 7).

3. Remove the fill plug using a 1/4” Allen wrench.

4. Access the back level plug through the oblong hole in

the top of the snowthrower (see Figure 8).

5. Remove the plug using a 1/4” Allen wrench.

6. While holding the gear box level, add Simplicity

Winter Weight Worm Gear Oil to the fill hole until oil

runs out the level hole.

7. Reinstall the fill plug and level plug.

8. Pivot the gear box back into position and secure the

plate using the hardware removed in step 1.

Adjustment

Figure 9. Adjusting Skid Shoes

ADJUSTMENTS

Skid Shoe Adjustment

On smooth surfaces such as concrete or asphalt, the

scraper bar should scrape the surface. On surfaces

such as gravel, the scraper bar should be set high

enough so that it will not pick up debris.

1. Loosen the nuts securing the skid shoes (see

Figure 9).

2. Raise or lower the scraper bar to the desired height.

Use wood blocks to hold the snowthrower in position.

3. Set the skid shoes so that they are in contact with the

ground and tighten the skid shoe nuts.

Lift Height Adjustment

To adjust the lift height:

1. Fully raise the attachment lift and shut off the engine.

Set the parking brake and remove the key.

2. Loosen the nuts (C, Figure 10).

3. Turn the lift height bolts (D) until the snowthrower is

at the desired height and level.

4. Hold the lift height bolts (D) in position and lock in

place with the nuts (C).

Downward Pressure Adjustment

1. Raise the lift until the the springs are not being com-

pressed (lift blade apx. 1” off ground). Shut off the

engine, set the parking brake, remove the key, and

support the attachment with wood blocks.

2. Loosen the nuts (E, Figure 10) until the springs are

loose, then tighten the nuts until the springs are com-

pressed 1/4”.

Figure 10. Lift Adjustment

A. Lift Bar D. Lift Height Bolts

B. Hitch E. Nuts

C. Nuts F. Springs

CAUTION

Do not over-compress the lift spring. In addition

to providing downward pressure, the spring is an

elastic medium that absorbs shocks caused by

bumps and cracks in ground surfaces. Over-com-

pressing the spring defeats this and could cause

damage to the unit.

Electric Chute Rotator Gear

1. Remove the plastic cover (B, FIgure 11) and loosen

the three taptite screws (A) securing the electric

spout rotator motor.

2. Adjust the motor so that it meshes with the discharge

chute ring gear and tighten the adjustment screws

(A).

Figure 11. Discharge Chute Motor Gear Adjustment

A. Adjustment Screws B. Plastic Cover

Troubleshooting

Locate the problem you’ve encountered in the chart below. Check the possible causes one at a time in the order list-

ed. Correct any problems that are found and operate the snowthrower to see if you have eliminated the problem.

WARNING

To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the tractor or snowthrower only when the engine is

stopped, parking brake is set, and all moving parts have stopped. Always remove the ignition key before

beginning maintenance or adjustments to prevent accidental starting of the engine.

PROBLEM CAUSE/SOLUTION

1 Snowthrower auger does not rotate. A. Electric clutch not engaged. Engage electric clutch.

B. Foreign material is blocking auger. STOP engine. Remove

key. Unplug auger with piece of wood. Read WARNING on

page 4.

C. Drive chain broken. Replace parts as required.

2 Auger does not stop when A. Electric clutch brake not operating properly. See your dealer.

electric clutch is disengaged.

3 Auger rotates, but snow A. Engine RPM too slow. Set throttle to FULL.

is not thrown far enough. B. Ground speed too fast. Use slow ground speed.

C. Snowthrower discharge chute clogged. STOP engine. Remove

key. Unplug discharge chute.

4 Scraper bar does not clean A. Skid shoes not properly adjusted. Adjust skid shoes.

down to hard surface. B. Lift height out of adjustment. See ADJUSTMENTS section.

5 Snowthrower picks up and A. Skid shoes not properly adjusted for ground surface.

throws stones on gravel drive. Adjust skid shoes.

B. Too much downward pressure on snowthrower. Raise

snowthrower slightly.

C. Downward pressure out of adjustment.

See ADJUSTMENT section.

6 Tractor does not have sufficient traction. A. Tractor too light at rear wheels.

Use Quick Tach weights, wheel weights, and tire chains.

7 Tractor not stable on sloping surfaces. A. Ground speed too fast. Reduce speed.

B. Tractor not properly weighted.

See Recommended Accessories, page 1.

C. Slope grade too steep. See warning box on page 2.

Initial Assembly

INITIAL ASSEMBLY

NOTE: Once installed, the front and rear hitch mounting

brackets need not be removed.

Install Front Hitch Mounting Brackets

Attach the front hitch mounting brackets (A Figure 13) to

the pre-drilled holes in both sides of the frame (see

Figure 12) using 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 capscrews, lockwash-

ers, and nuts.

Install Rear Hitch Mounting Brackets

1. Remove the front four capscrews and lockwashers

securing the drawbar to the transmission (see

Figure 13).

2. Attach the rear hitch brackets (A, Figure 15) to the

drawbar and transmission with the 5/8-11 x 2” cap-

screws (C) and washers (B) provided.

NOTE: During initial installation do not tighten the cap-

screws (C, Figure 15) securing the rear hitch mounting

brackets until the attachment is completely installed.

Install Attachment Lift Extension

NOTE: The attachment lift extension must

be removed when using a mower.

1. Install the attachment lift extension (B, Figure 16) on

the left attachment lift arm (A) using two 3/8-16 x 1”

carriage bolts (C), lockwashers, and nuts as shown in

Figure 16.

Drill Remote Deflector Control

Mounting Holes

1. Using the template included in the back of this manu-

al, drill two 9/32” holes in the dashboard to mount the

remote chute control. See DRILL HOLES TO

MOUNT REMOTE DEFLECTOR CONTROL.

Figure 14. Drawbar Bolts & Lockwashers

Bolts &

Lockwashers

Figure 13. Front Hitch Mounting Brackets

A. Hitch Bracket C. Capscrews,

B. Frame 5/16-18 x 1-1/4”

D. Nut & Lockwasher

Figure 15. Rear Hitch Brackets

A. Bracket C. Capscrew, 5/8-11 x 2”

B. Washer, 5/8

Figure 12. Front Hitch Bracket Mounting Holes

Bracket Mounting

Holes Located Here

Figure 16. Attachment Lift Extension

A. Lift Arm C. Carriage Bolt,

B. Lift Extension 3/8-16 x 1”

Initial Assembly

Assemble Ladder Hitch

1. Attach the hanger brackets (A, FIgure 17) using 5/16-

18 x 1” capscrews and nylock nuts (B). Do not

torque the nuts. The hanger brackets (A) should be

able to pivot freely.

2. Attach the lift rod (C, Figure 17) to the hitch lift arm

(D) using one 1/2” x 2” flat head clevis pin and safety

clip (E).

Figure 20. Assemble Snowthrower Lift Arm

A. Snowthrower Hitch

B. Snowthrower Lift Arm

Tractors

Equipped with 16-

1/2” Front TIres,

Use These Holes

Tractors Equipped with 18”

Front TIres, Use These Holes

Figure 18. Assembly Snowthrower Hitch

A. 7/16-14 x 1” Capscrew& Flange Nut

B. 3/8-16 x 1” Capscrew & Flange Nut

C. Snowthrower Hitch Arm

D. Deflector Cable Support Arm Mounting Holes

Figure 19. Deflector Control Cable Support Arm

A. Support Arm

Figure 17. Assemble Hitch

A. Hanger Bracket

B. 5/16-18 x 1 Capscrew & Nylock Nut

C. Lift Rod

D. Hitch Lift Arm

E. 1/2 x 2” Flat Head Clevis Pin & Safety Clip

Attach Snowthrower Hitch To Snowthrower

1 Attach the snowthrower hitch to the snowthrower and

secure with four 7/16-14 x 1” capscrews and flange

nuts & two 3/8-16 x 1 capscrews and flange nuts.

See Figure 18 for hardware locations.

Attach Deflector Control Cable Support Arm

1. Assemble the deflector control cable support arm (A,

Figure 19) to the left side of the snowthrower using

one 5/16-18 x 1” capscrew, lockwasher, and nut

using the holes (D) shown in Figure 18.

Attach Snowthrower Lift Arm

1. See Figure 20. Assemble the snowthrower lift arm

(A) to the snowthrower hitch (B) using two 1/2-13 x 1-

3/4” capscrews, lockwashers, and nuts. Insert the

capscrews from left to right in the holes shown.

Initial Assembly

Assemble Discharge Chute

1. Remove the three hold downs (B, Figure 21) and

plastite screws (A).

2. Lubricate the base of the discharge chute and ring

gear with automotive lithium grease.

3. Remove the plastic cover (B, FIgure 22) and loosen

the three taptite screws (A) securing the electric

spout rotator motor.

4. Install the discharge chute and secure to the chute

ring (C, Figure 21) using the three hold downs (B)

and plastite screws (A).

5. Adjust the motor so that it meshes with the discharge

chute ring gear and tighten the adjustment screws (A,

Figure 22).

Install Skid Shoes

1. Install the skid shoes using 3/8-16 x 3/4” carriage

bolts, washers, lockwashers, and nuts as shown in

Figure 23.

2. Adjust the skid shoes. See Adjustments section.

Figure 21. Assemble Discharge Chute

A. Plastite Screw

B. Hold-Down

C. Chute Ring

Figure 22. Discharge Chute Motor Adjustment

A. Adjustment Screws B. Plastic Cover

Figure 23. Skid Shoe Installation

A. Carriage Bolt, 3/8-16 x 3/4”

B. Snowthrower Housing

C. Skid Shoe

D. Washer

E. Lockwasher

F. Hex Nut

Connect Electric Chute

Rotator Wire Harness

1. Connect the electric discharge chute rotator motor

leads to the wire harness. Route the wire harness

through the control cable support arm (see Figure

19).

Hitch Installation

Figure 25. Lift Rod

A. 1/2 x 1-1/2” Round Head Clevis Pin

B. Snowthrower Lift Arm

C. Safety Clip

D. Ladder Hitch

E. Hitch Lift Arm

F. Lift Rod

G. Front Hitch Bracket

H. Lift Extension

I. 5/8 x 1-5/8” Flat Head Clevis Pin

J. 1/2 x 2” Flat Head Clevis Pin

Figure 24. Rear Brackets & Lift Extension

A. Rear Hitch Brackets D. Lift Rod

B. Ladder Hitch E. Lift Extension

C. 5/8x1-5/8” Flat Head Clevis Pin

Front

HITCH INSTALLATION

Install Hitch Onto Tractor

1. Slide the hitch and lift rod assembly under the tractor.

Use 4x4 wood blocks to support the hitch and help

align the mounting holes.

2. Attach the rear end of the ladder hitch (B, Figure 24)

the to the rear hitch brackets (A) using two 5/8 x 1-

5/8” flat head clevis pins (C) and safety clips.

3. Attach the front end of the ladder hitch (D, Figure 25)

to the front hitch brackets (G) using two 1/2 x 1-1/2”

round head clevis pins (A) and safety clips (B).

Install Lift Rod

1. If not already done, attach the lift rod (F, Figure 25) to

the hitch lift arm (E) using a 1/2 x 2” flat head clevis

pin and safety clip.

2. Attach the lift rod (F, Figure 25) to the attachment lift

extension (H) using a 5/8 x 1-5/8” flat head clevis pin

(I) and safety clip (C).

Snowthrower Installation

SNOWTHROWER INSTALLATION

1. Install the lift arm extension if not already done (see

Install Attachment Lift Extension under INITIAL

ASSEMBLY for instructions).

2. Fully lower the attachment lift.

3. Attach the snowthrower to the tractor by resting the

snowthrower pins (A, Figure 26) on the front attach-

ment hooks (C).

4. Install the four 5/8 x 1-5/8” flat head clevis pins (B,

Figure 26) and secure with safety clips.

5. See Figure 25. Attach the snowthrower lift rod (B) to

the hitch lift arm (E) using a 1/2 x 2” flat head clevis

pin and safety clip.

6. Grease and attach the drive shaft. Pull back on the

locking collar (A, Figure 27) and slide the drive shaft

fully onto the tractor PTO. Release the locking collar

and pull back on the drive shaft until the locking collar

locks onto the shaft.

NOTE: At this point during initial installation tighten the

capscrews (C, Figure 15) securing the rear hitch mount-

ing brackets. This is only necessary when installing the

attachment for the first time.

7. Route the electric chute rotator wire harness and

deflector control cable through the support arm (B,

Figure 31) and connect to the tractor attachment plug

(see Figure 28).

8. Insert the deflector control handle (B, Figure 29) into

the mounting bracket (C) and secure the handle (B)

using a clevis pin (A) and hair pin clip (D).

NOTE: If the mounting plate has not been installed, see

Drill Remote Deflector Control Mounting Holes at the

back of this manual.

8. Secure the deflector control cable and electric chute

rotator wire to the support arm (B, Figure 29 with a

plastic wire tie.

Figure 27. Attach Drive Shaft

A. Locking Collar

Figure 26. Attach Snowthrower

A. Dozer Pins C. Attachment Hooks

B. 5/8 x 1-5/8” Flat Head Clevis Pin

Grease Here

Before Assembly

10. Lubricate the snowthrower as shown in the

Maintenance section. Perform all adjustments as

shown in the Adjustments section.

Figure 29. Install Remote Deflector Control

A. Clevis Pin

B. Deflector Control Handle

C. Mounting Bracket

D. Hair Pin Clip

Figure 28. Attachment Electrical Connection

Snowthrower & Hitch Removal

SNOWTHROWER & HITCH REMOVAL

NOTE: Whenever removed, install clevis pins, hitch pins,

clips and hardware onto snowthrower and hitch for stor-

age.

1. Fully lower the attachment lift.

2. See Figure 30. Disconnect the drive shaft by pulling

back on the locking collar (A) and then pulling the

shaft off.

3. See Figure 34. Disconnect the attachment electrical

connection.

4. See Figure 31. Remove the hardware securing the

remote deflector control, and remove the control.

5. See Figure 32. Disconnect the snowthrower lift rod

(B) from the hitch lift arm (E).

6. See Figure 33. Remove the 4 safety clips and clevis

pins (B) securing the snowthrower to the tractor and

lift the snowthrower off the attachment hooks (C).

7. See Figure 32. Disconnect the lift rod (F) from the lift

extension (H).

8. See Figure 32. Remove the clevis pins (A) attaching

the front and rear of the hitch to the tractor. Remove

the hitch.

9. If the mower deck is being installed, remove the lift

extension (H, Figure 32).

Figure 30. Remove the Drive Shaft

A. Locking Collar

Figure 32. Hitch Removal

A. Clevis Pin E. Hitch Lift Arm

B. Snowthrower Lift Arm F. Lift Rod

C. Safety Clip G. Front Hitch Bracket

D. Ladder Hitch H. Lift Extension

Figure 34. Attachment Electrical Connection

Figure 33. Attach Snowthrower

A. Dozer Pins C. Attachment Hooks

B. Clevis Pin

Figure 31. Remote Defector Control

A. Remote Deflector Control

B. Deflector Cable Support Arm

Torque Specification Chart

FOR STANDARD MACHINE HARDWARE (Tolerance ± 20%)

Hardware

Grade

SAE Grade 2 SAE Grade 5 SAE Grade 8

Size Of in/lbs in/lbs in/lbs

Hardware ft/lbs Nm. ft/lbs Nm. ft/lbs Nm.

8-32 19 2.1 30 3.4 41 4.6

8-36 20 2.3 31 3.5 43 4.9

10-24 27 3.1 43 4.9 60 6.8

10-32 31 3.5 49 5.5 68 7.7

1/4-20 66 7.6 810.9 12 16.3

1/4-28 76 8.6 10 13.6 14 19.0

5/16-18 11 15.0 17 23.1 25 34.0

5/16-24 12 16.3 19 25.8 27 34.0

3/8-16 20 27.2 30 40.8 45 61.2

3/8-24 23 31.3 35 47.6 50 68.0

7/16-14 30 40.8 50 68.0 70 95.2

7/16-20 35 47.6 55 74.8 80 108.8

1/2-13 50 68.0 75 102.0 110 149.6

1/2-20 55 74.8 90 122.4 120 163.2

9/16-12 65 88.4 110 149.6 150 204.0

9/16-18 75 102.0 120 163.2 170 231.2

5/8-11 90 122.4 150 204.0 220 299.2

5/8-18 100 136 180 244.8 240 326.4

3/4-10 160 217.6 260 353.6 386 525.0

3/4-16 180 244.8 300 408.0 420 571.2

7/8-9 140 190.4 400 544.0 600 816.0

7/8-14 155 210.8 440 598.4 660 897.6

1-8 220 299.2 580 788.8 900 1,244.0

1-12 240 326.4 640 870.4 1,000 1,360.0

Hex Head Capscrew

Hex Nut

Lockwasher

Washer

Carriage Bolt

NOTES

1. These torque values are to be used for all hardware

excluding: locknuts, self-tapping screws, thread forming

screws, sheet metal screws and socket head setscrews.

2. Recommended seating torque values for locknuts:

a. for prevailing torque locknuts - use 65% of grade 5

torques.

b. for flange whizlock nuts and screws - use 135% of

grade 5 torques.

3. Unless otherwise noted on assembly drawings, all torque

values must meet this specification.

Hardware Identification & Torque Specifications

Common Hardware Types

Screw, 1/2 x 2

Body

Diameter

Body

Length

Inside

Diameter

Nut, 1/2”

Marks

3/8” Bolt or Nut

Wrench—9/16”

3/8

5/16” Bolt or Nut

Wrench—1/2”

5/16

1/4” Bolt or Nut

Wrench—7/16”

1/4

1/2” Bolt or Nut

Wrench—3/4”

1/2

DIA.

7/16

DIA.

7/16” Bolt or Nut

Wrench (Bolt)—5/8”

Wrench (Nut)—11/16”

Wrench & Fastener Size Guide

Standard Hardware Sizing

When a washer or nut is identified as 1/2”, this is the

Nominal size, meaning the inside diameter is 1/2 inch; if a

second number is present it represent the threads per inch

When bolt or capscrew is identified as 1/2 - 16 x 2”, this

means the Nominal size, or body diameter is 1/2 inch; the

second number represents the threads per inch (16 in this

example, and the final number is the body length of the

bolt or screw (in this example 2 inches long).

The guides and ruler furnished below are designed to

help you select the appropriate hardware and tools.

1/4 3/4

1/2 1

1/4 3/4

1/2 2

1/4 3/4

1/2 3

1/4 3/4

1/2 4

Mount Remote Deflector Control

Line Template Up

with Bottom of

Plastic

Dashboard

Line Template Up

with Edge of

Plastic

Dashboard

Early Models Mark

and Drill Two 9/32”

Holes

Current Models

Mark and Drill Two

9/32” Holes

DRILL HOLES TO MOUNT REMOTE

DEFLECTOR CONTROL

NOTE: Read through instructions before beginning.

Using the template provided on the back of this page,

drill two 9/32” holes used to mount the remote deflector

control.

1. Open the hood.

2. Cut out the template and place it on the lower left cor-

ner of the dashboard as shown above. Note that

early models used the upper set of holes, and current

models use the lower set of holes.

3. Mark and drill two 9/32” holes using the template to

locate the holes.

4. Mount the remote deflector mounting bracket (E,

Figure 38) control to the dashboard. Secure using

two 1/4-20 x 7/8” capscrews (A) through the bracket

(E) and dashboard.

5. Secure with 1/4 x 1-1/4 flatwashers (B), lockwashers

(C),.and nuts (D) on the BACKSIDE of the dash-

board.

DO NOT OVER-TORQUE. Over-torquing may

crack the dashboard.

Figure 38. Mount Control Bracket - Current Models

A. 1/4-20 x 7/8 Capscrews D. 1/4-20 Nuts

B. 1/4 x 1-1/4 Flatwashers E. Mounting Bracket

C. 1/4 Lockwashers

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Simplicity 46" SINGLE STAGE SNOWTHROWER ATTACHMENT (FOR LEGACY/2000/2900 SERIES) User manual

Brand: Simplicity

Model: 46" SINGLE STAGE SNOWTHROWER ATTACHMENT (FOR LEGACY/2000/2900 SERIES)

Category: Snow throwers

Type: User manual

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