Simplicity ATTACHMENT 42" DUAL-STAGE SNOWTHROWER & SUB-FRAME User manual

Brand: Simplicity

Model: ATTACHMENT 42" DUAL-STAGE SNOWTHROWER & SUB-FRAME

Type: User manual

Not for Reproduction

80030182

Revision B

42” Dual-Stage Snowthrower

with Sub-frame

ATTACHMENT

OPERATOR’S

MANUAL

1695360-00 1695360-01 — 42” Dual-Stage Snowthrower

1695196 — Sub-frame Hitch

Not for Reproduction

Table of Contents

Unpacking Recommendations ..................................................... 2

Hardware Bag Contents ................................................................ 3

Operator Safety ............................................................................. 6

Assembly ....................................................................................... 8

Required Accessories ................................................................... 19

Features and Controls .................................................................. 20

Operation ....................................................................................... 21

Maintenance and Adjustments .................................................... 23

Storage ........................................................................................... 25

Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 26

Template ......................................................................................... 27

Warranty ......................................................................................... 29

Note: In these instructions, “front”, “back”, “left” and “right” are referenced

from the operating position.

Unpacking Recommendations

Hardware / Parts Identification

Note: In the following instructions, the bold UPPERCASE letters in parenthesis refer to the parts

in the kit. The bold lowercase letters in parenthesis refer to the original parts on the snowthrower

and sub-frame hitch.

Not for Reproduction

Hardware Bag Contents on Pages 5-8 are a combination of the kits below.

Please note the designated symbols for each kit when unpacking the contents.

It is recommended that hardware for each kit is kept separate during the assembly process.

p1695196 Sub-Frame Hitch

l1695360 42” 2-Stage Snowthrower

Hardware / Parts Identification

Lower case letters identify pre-assembled and / or pre-existing hardware / parts.

Upper case letters identify hardware / parts that are found in the kit (pages 5-7).

Unpacking Recommendations

Not for Reproduction

Hardware Bag Contents

C - LOCKWASHER, p

5/16” (Qty. 4)

D - HEX NUT, p

5/16”-18 (Qty. 4)

A - CARRIAGE BOLT,p

5/16”-16 x 1.0” (Qty. 4)

B - WASHER, p

.312” ID x 1.0” OD x 13” THK (Qty. 4)

E - CAPSCREW, p

3/8”-16 x 1.0” (Qty. 4)

G - FLANGE NUT, p

3/8”-16 (Qty. 4)

H - CLEVIS PIN, p

.50” x 2.12” (Qty. 1)

I - HAIR PIN, p

(Qty. 2)

K - CLEVIS PIN, p

.375” x 2.375” (Qty. 1)

J - HAIR PIN, p

(Qty. 2)

L - SAFETY CLIP, p

(Qty. 2)

O - CLIP WIRE, l

(Qty. 1)

F - CAPSCREW, l

3/8”-16 x 1.375” (Qty. 2)

M - CHUTE CONTROL l

SWITCH, (Qty. 1)

N - CHUTE WIRE HARNESS, l

(Qty. 5)

Not for Reproduction

BB - SUB-FRAME ASSEMBLY p

AA - SUPPORT CLAMP p

CC - HOOK ASSEMBLY p

U -REFLECTORS, p

(Qty. 2)

DD - SUB-FRAME LATCH pEE - SPRING ANCHOR l

P - ZIP TIE, l

(Qty. 2)

FF - LOCK PLATE p

GG - LIFT ARM p

T - FLANGE NUT, l

5/16”-18 (Qty. 2)

S - CARRIAGE BOLT, l

5/16”-18 x 3/4” (Qty. 2)

Not for Reproduction

HH - LATCH ROD p

KK - LIFT ROD ASSEMBLY p

II - HITCH ROD, Small pJJ - LIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY p

LL - DISCHARGE

CHUTE ASSEMBLY

TT - BELT p

MM - CONTROL CABLE SUPPORT l

OO - HITCH PIN p

NN - SNOWTHROWER l

PP - SPRING ANCHOR l

QQ - SPRING l

RR - MOUNTING BRACKET ASSEMBLY l

(Note: The mounting bracket assembly attaches to the end

of cable of discharge chute assembly LL).

SS - DRIFT CUTTERS, (Qty. 2) l

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Operator Safety

This snowthrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following

safety instructions could result in serious injury. 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 cautions or warnings which must be followed.

Preparation

• 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 Maintenance and Adjustments

section for procedure.

• One wheel weight on each rear wheel or rear weights is

required.

Operation

• Exercise extreme caution when operating on, or

crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for

hidden hazards or traffic.

• Never allow anyone in front of the machine while it is

operating.

• 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 damage

before restarting. Before any inspection, make sure all

moving parts have stopped.

• Take all possible precautions before leaving operator’s

position. Disengage the PTO, lower the attachment, set

the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key.

• Never operate the snowthrower near glass enclosures,

automobiles, window wells, drop-offs, etc., without

proper adjustment of discharge angle.

• Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear

snow at too fast a rate.

• Never operate unit at high transport speeds on slippery

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.

DANGER Amputation hazard. The discharge

chute contains a rotating

impeller to throw snow.

Fingers can quickly become

caught in the impeller. Never

clear or unclog the discharge

chute with your hands. Always

use a clean-out tool.

Failure to observe these safety instructions will result

in traumatic amputation or severe laceration.

Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the

discharge chute is the most common cause of injury

associated with snowthrowers. Never use your hands to

clean out the discharge chute.

To safely clear a clogged discharge chute, follow

these instructions:

1. Shut OFF the engine.

2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have

stopped rotating.

3. Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.

General

• Read this manual and the tractor Operator’s Manual

carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and

the proper use of the equipment.

• If snowthrower is equipped with a spring-assist tension

lever, never pull the spring-assist tension lever back

unless snowthrower is in fully raised position. The

spring is under tension when snowthrower is in lowered

position.

• Never allow children to operate the machine. Do not

allow adults to operate it without proper instruction.

• Do not carry passengers.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,

particularly 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.

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Safety Decals

1756842

1756841

Part No. 1756838

Danger Decal - Auger

Part No. 1756841

Danger Decal - Discharge Chute

1756841

Part No. 1756842

Caution Decal - Spring Tension

(If equipped with spring-assist tension lever.)

1756842

Part No. 1756840

Caution Decal - Stability & Control

Part No. 1756839

Warning Decal - Avoid Injury

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

WARNING

• Never operate on slopes greater than 10°.

• 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.

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Assembly

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).

Refer to tractor’s Operator’s Manual for mower removal.

Assemble Hitch

1. Attach the support clamp (AA, Figure 1) to the sub-

frame hitch assembly (BB) with carriage bolts (A),

washers (B), lockwashers (C), and nuts (D). Support

clamp should be able to slide.

Note: Do not tighten the hardware at this time. It will be

tightened in Step 6 of “Install Sub-Frame Hitch.”

2. Apply grease to the length of the shaft of the hook

assembly (CC).

3. Install the hook assembly into the support clamp.

Install Spring Assist Bracket

For 2012 Models and Older

1. Open the tractor hood. Install the spring anchor (PP,

Figure 2) by sliding it onto the right side of the bumper.

2. Close tractor hood.

Note: Groove (a) in spring anchor should be down.

Figure 2

Assemble Sub-Frame Latch

For 2012 Models and Older

1. Attach sub-frame latch (DD, Figure 3) onto each side of

sub-frame assembly (BB). Secure with capscrews (E)

and nuts (G) on both sides.

Note: Refer to Figure 2 for 4-Wheel Drive and 2-Wheel

Drive sub-frame latch placement.

Figure 3

AABB

Broadmoor™

4 Wheel Drive

2 Wheel Drive

Conquest™ and Prestige™

Figure 1

Not for Reproduction

Bracket Installation

For 2013 Models and Newer

2-wheel Drive / Right Side

1. Attach LEFT side of sub-frame latch (DD) to sub-frame

assembly (BB) as shown in Figure 3.

2. On the RIGHT side, insert capscrews (F, Figure 4)

through rear holes of sub-frame assembly (BB), sub-

frame latch (BB), and RH spring anchor (EE). Secure

with nuts (G).

Figure 4

4-wheel Drive / Right Side

1. Attach LEFT side of sub-frame latch (DD) to sub-frame

assembly (BB) as shown in Figure 3.

2. On the RIGHT side, insert capscrews (F, Figure 5)

through front holes of sub-frame assembly (BB), sub-

frame latch (BB) and RH spring anchor (EE). Secure

with nuts (G).

Figure 5

Install Lift Lever Kit

For tractors with non-manual or non-hydraulic factory

installed lift lever, use Lift Lever Kit 1694947.

Not for Reproduction

3. Remove the hair pin (a, Figure 8) and pin (b) securing

the spacer (c).

Note: If the lift bars (GG) are different, replace existing

lift bar with provided lift bar using existing hardware.

4. Slide washer (c) onto pin (b), then into top hole of lift cam (d).

5. Re-install the pin from Step 3 through the top hole in the

lift cam (d), through the rear hole in the lift bar, through the

spacer (e), washer ( c), and secure with the hair pin (a).

Figure 8

6. Reinstall the lift assist spring in its original orientation.

7. Reinstall the manual lift adjustment bolt in the

bulkhead, as shown in Figure 7, and tighten.

Install Sub-Frame Assembly

1. Slide the sub-frame assembly (BB, Figure 9) under

tractor.

Note: For 4-wheel Drive tractors, insert sub-frame bar

from side of tractor instead of front.

Figure 9

Install Lock Plate

Hydraulic Lift Models Only

Note: Non-labeled parts in Figures 6 and 8 are pre-existing.

1. Install the lock plate (FF, Figure 6) with existing pin and

additional pin (H). Secure with existing hair pin and

additional hair pin (I). The pre-existing washers are not

used with the lock plate.

Figure 6

Manual Lift Models Only

Note: The following section applies to tractors with factory

installed lift lever ONLY.

1. Place the lift lever in the attachment-raised (back)

position. Take note of the position of the spring through

the lift arm (GG, Figure 8). It will be required to reinstall

the spring through the lift bar.

2. Loosen the manual lift adjustment bolt (a, Figure

7) until the bolt can be slid out of the groove in the

bulkhead. Remove the spring and bolt and set aside.

Figure 7

Not for Reproduction

2. Raise the rear of the hitch and place the hook

assembly (CC, Figure 10) over the lift shaft between

the welded washers.

Figure 10

3. Connect the front of the hitch to the tractor J-hooks (a,

Figure 11) using the latch rod (HH) and hair pin (J) in

the top holes of the sub-frame hitch latch.

4. Secure the front of the hitch to the tractor by attaching

the hitch rod (II) and hair pin (J) in the bottom hole of

the sub-frame hitch latch.

Figure 11

5. Push the support clamp backwards until it is snug

against the hook assembly. Tighten the nuts on the

support clamp.

6. Tighten the hardware installed in Step 1 of Assemble

Hitch section.

Install Rear Lift Rod

Note: The following section applies to tractors with factory

installed lift lever AND/OR hydraulic lift models.

1. Slide the lift lever assembly (JJ, Figure 12) onto the

end of the tractor lift shaft under the right side footrest.

Use the tabs (a) on the lift lever to capture the tractor lift

arm (b).

Figure 12

2. Insert the rear of the lift rod assembly (KK, Figure 13)

into the bottom of the lift lever.

Figure 13

Not for Reproduction

3. Secure lift rod assembly with safety clip (a, Figure 14).

Secure lift lever assembly with clevis pin (K) and safety

clip (L).

Figure 14

Assemble Discharge Chute

1. Remove the motor cover (a, Figure 15) and loosen the

screws (b) securing the electric spout rotator motor.

Remove the motor gear (c) and set aside.

Figure 15

2. Lubricate the base of the discharge chute and ring gear

with automotive lithium grease.

3. Remove a chute retainer (d, Figure 16) and plastite

screw (e), located on the reinforcement ring gear (f) of

discharge chute assembly (LL).

Figure 16

4. Install the discharge chute assembly (LL, Figure 17) to

the chute ring (f) using the chute retainer (d) previously

removed in Step 3 and plastite screw (e).

Figure 17

Not for Reproduction

5. Adjust the motor so that the chute gear (g, Figure 18)

meshes with the discharge chute ring gear (h) and

tighten the adjustment screws (i).

Note: Adjustment maybe required to allow chute to

rotate lock to lock freely.

h i

Figure 18

6. Re-attach the motor cover (a) as shown in Figure 15.

Attach Control Cable Support

1. Remove carriage bolt and nut pre-assembled on

control cable support (MM) and retain for next step.

2. Assemble the control cable support (MM, Figure 19) to

the left side of the snowthrower (NN) using a carriage

bolt (a) and nut (b).

b a

Figure 19

Install Snowthrower

Connect to Hitch

1. Position the snowthrower in front of the hitch.

2. Align holes of snowthrower and hitch. Insert the hitch

pin (OO, Figure 20) through the back holes.

3. Secure with a safety clip (L).

Note: The hitch pin (OO) goes in between the belt,

NOT below or above it.

Figure 20

Install Front Lift Rod

1. Attach the front of the lift rod assembly (KK, Figure 21)

to the lift arm (a). Secure with a safety clip (L).

• The distance from the collar to the end of the rod

should be 41/2 inches for tractors with factory installed

lift lever ONLY. Adjust as needed for height and tension.

• The distance from the collar to the end of the rod

should be 11 inches for tractors that require lift lever kit

1694947. Adjust as needed for height and tension.

41/2” or 11”

Figure 21

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Install Chute Rotator Switch

Non-Electric Height-of-Cut Units

Note: Model year tractor’s 2012 and earlier with non-

electric height of cut refer to service bulletin 2009-2 for

proper chute electric component requirements. Model year

tractor’s 2009 to present continue with manual instructions.

Non electric height-of-cut units can be identified by the flat

plug in the dashboard as shown in Figure 22.

1. Plug female connector of the switch wire harness (a,

Figure 22) into chute control switch (M).

a M

Figure 22

2. Remove plug (b, Figure 23) from right side of dashboard.

Figure 23

3. Route the switch wire harness (a, Figure 24) with

attached switch (L) through opening in dashboard.

Snap switch into dashboard to secure.

Figure 24

4. Locate the tractor power leads (Figure 25), red with

yellow stripe (c) and black (d), at the base of steering

column. Connect these leads, color to color, to the

switch wire harness (a).

Figure 25

5. Thread switch wire harness (a, Figure 26) through bulk

head.

Figure 26

6. Proceed to Install Wire Harness to Chute Harness

section.

Electric Height-of-Cut Units

• On units with electric height-of-cut, use the toggle

switch (a, Figure 27) located on the left side of

dashboard for chute rotation.

• Push toggle up or down to rotate left or right.

Figure 27

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Install Wire Harness to Chute Harness

1. Connect the switch wire harness (a, Figure 28) to the

chute wire harness (N). Secure wire harness to tractor

frame using clip (O).

a N

Figure 28

2. Connect the wire harness (b, Figure 29) to the

snowthrower motor plug (c). Secure wire harness to

snowthrower using zip tie (P).

P b

Figure 29

Note: The chute wire harness SHOULD NOT come in

contact with the muffler.

For 2013 Models and Newer

Electric Height-of-Cut Units

1. Locate the electric height-of-cut harness (a, Figure 30)

underneath tractor.

Note: This harness was disconnected when mower was

removed.

2. Connect the electric height-of-cut harness to the chute

rotation harness (N).

Figure 30

3. Secure harness wires to tractor frame using a zip tie (P,

Figure 31).

Figure 31

Not for Reproduction

2. Remove capscrew (a, Figure 34) from spring anchor

assembly. Insert capscrew through snowthrower

bracket (b) and screw into retainer and speed nut (c).

3. Tighten capscrew to increase the amount of lift assist.

Figure 34

Install Spring Anchor

For 2012 Models and Older

1. Open the tractor hood. Install the spring anchor (PP,

Figure 32) by sliding it onto the right side of the bumper.

Close tractor hood.

Note: Groove (a) in spring anchor should be down.

Figure 32

Install Spring Anchor Assembly

For 2012 Models and Older

1. Hook spring anchor assembly (QQ, Figure 33) into

groove on spring anchor.

For 2012 Models and Older

For 2013 Models and Newer

Figure 33

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Mount Remote Deector Control

1. Using the template (a, Figure 35) included in the back

of this manual, drill two 9/32” holes in the left side of the

dashboard to mount the remote chute control.

Figure 35

2. Mount the mounting bracket assembly (RR, Figure 36)

to the dashboard. Secure with capscrews (a), large flat

washers (b) and nuts (c).

RR a

Figure 36

3. Install the remote deflector control handle (a, Figure

37) in the mounting bracket assembly and secure with

a clevis pin (b) and hair pin clip (c).

Figure 37

Rear Lift Rod Alteration

Units with Suspension

On units with suspension, adjustment handle (a, Figure

38) on rear hitch assembly may interfere with suspension

cross shaft (b). If so, remove 11/2” from end of adjustment

rod.

a b

Figure 38

Install Drift Cutters

1. On each side of snowthrower, insert bottom tab of drift

cutter (SS, Figure 39) into slot on snowthrower.

2. Secure in place with carriage bolt (S) and nut (T).

Figure 39

Not for Reproduction

2. With the snowthrower drive belt installed, the trunnion

(a, Figure 41) should be between the marks (b) on

spring tension bracket for correct belt tension. Turn

belt tension handle (c) to move trunnion until between

marks.

3. If trunnion cannot be placed between marks,

loosen capscrew (d) and reposition idler V-pulley

(5) as necessary. The pivot bracket (e) should be

perpendicular to snowthrower hitch.

Figure 41

Install Reectors

Place reflectors (U, Figure 42) on rear of tractor below

operator’s seat.

Figure 42

Drive Belt Installation

1. Route the drive belt (TT, Figure 40) as shown. The

back of the belt rides in the back-side idlers (2 and 4).

Note: The snowthrower hitch pin goes in between the

belt, NOT below or above it.

1 - Snowthrower Input Pulley (a)

2 - Backside Idler Pulley (b)

3 - Tractor PTO Pulley (a)

4 - Backside Idler Pulley (b)

5 - Idler V-Pulley (a)

Figure 40

V-Pulley (a) Flat Pulley (b)

d c

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Required Accessories

• Tire chains and two rear wheel weights (or Quick Attach

Weights) must be installed when using this attachment.

• A Lift Lever Kit is required for some of the models

covered by this manual, and must be installed as part

of hitch installation.

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

Recommended Accessories

A rear-mounted weight box can also be added for

additional traction. The maximum weight added to the

tractor should not exceed 35 lbs. per wheel, plus 100

additional pounds in the rear weight box.

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

Attach Weights, tire chains, and wheel weights are

recommended. Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6%

(10°).

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Simplicity ATTACHMENT 42" DUAL-STAGE SNOWTHROWER & SUB-FRAME User manual

Simplicity ATTACHMENT 42" DUAL-STAGE SNOWTHROWER & SUB-FRAME User manual

Simplicity ATTACHMENT 42" DUAL-STAGE SNOWTHROWER & SUB-FRAME User manual

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