Simplicity ATTACHMENT, 885634 ADAPTER FOR SNOWTHROWER & HITCH User manual

Brand: Simplicity

Model: ATTACHMENT, 885634 ADAPTER FOR SNOWTHROWER & HITCH

Category: Lawnmowers

Type: User manual

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Simplicity ATTACHMENT, 885634 ADAPTER FOR SNOWTHROWER & HITCH is designed to enhance the functionality of your Simplicity tractor by allowing you to attach a snowthrower and hitch. This adapter kit provides the necessary hardware and components to securely mount the snowthrower and hitch to your tractor, enabling you to efficiently clear snow from your property and transport heavy loads. Its sturdy construction and compatibility with Simplicity tractors make it a reliable and convenient solution for snow removal and various outdoor tasks.

Mfg. No. Description

885634 Adapter Kit for Snowthrower & Hitch

Refer to this COMPLETE OPERATOR’S MANUAL for installing this Adapter Kit as

well as the 1695969 Snowthrower

NOTE: Some of the 1695969 Hardware / Parts will not be used when installing this Kit.

885882

Rev. -

Adapter Kit

for Assembly of 1695969 Snowthrower & Hitch unto RD Riders

ASSEMBLY

OPERATOR’S

MANUAL

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Table of Contents

Hardware / Parts ............................................................................ 4

ADAPTER Kit Contents ............................................................. 4

1695969 SNOWTHROWER & HITCH / Box Contents .............. 5

1695969 SNOWTHROWER & HITCH / Bag Contents .............. 6

Operator Safety ............................................................................. 7

Features & Controls ...................................................................... 9

Assembly ....................................................................................... 10

Hardware / Parts Identification ................................................... 10

Unpacking ................................................................................. 10

Chute Assembly ........................................................................ 10

Rear Hitch Installation ............................................................... 11

Hitch Modifications .................................................................... 12

Install Hitch Assembly (Cast Iron Axle) ...................................... 14

Install Hitch Assembly (Stamped Front Axle) ............................. 15

Attach Lift Arm Assembly to Tractor ........................................... 16

Lift Assist Spring Assembly (Cast Iron Axle) .............................. 18

Lift Assist Spring Assembly (Stamped Axle).............................. 18

Attach Lift Spring Assembly....................................................... 18

Chute Motor Wiring Harness Installation

(Non-Electric Deck Models) ................................................ 19

Chute Motor Wiring Harness Installation

(Electric Deck Lift Models) .................................................. 21

Operation ....................................................................................... 22

Checks Before Starting ............................................................. 22

Engine & Ground Speed Selection ............................................ 22

Transporting .............................................................................. 22

Snow Removal Suggestions ...................................................... 23

Daily Storage ............................................................................. 23

Oﬀ -Season Storage................................................................... 23

Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 24

Troubleshooting ......................................................................... 24

Skid Shoe Adjustment ............................................................... 25

Electric Chute Rotator Gear ...................................................... 25

Lift Adjustment .......................................................................... 25

Belt Tension Adjustment ............................................................ 25

Maintenance .................................................................................. 26

Maintenance Schedule .............................................................. 26

General Libricatiom ................................................................... 26

Warranty ......................................................................................... 27

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

referenced from the operating position.

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ADAPTER KIT Contents -

A, Kit - BOLTS,

5/16”-18 X .75” (Qty. 4)

C, Kit - NUT, WHIZ LOCK,

5/16”-18 (Qty. 5)

B, Kit - HITCH BRACKET, (Qty. 1)

D, Kit - REAR PLATE

(Qty. 1)

E, Kit - CAPSCREW,

5/16”-18 x .1.75” (Qty. 1)

G, Kit - WASHER,

1.0 OD x .13” THK x .375” (Qty. 1)

H, Kit - WASHER,

1.12 OD x .11” THK x .66” (Qty. 2)

K, Kit - PLATE, (Qty. 1)J, Kit - BOLT,

3/8”-16 x .1.00” (Qty. 1)

L, Kit - CAPSCREW,

3/8”-16 x .1.25” (Qty. 3)

M, Kit - HEX NUT,

3/8”-16 (Qty. 4)

N, Kit - CAPSCREW,

1/4”-20 X 3.00” (Qty. 1)

F, Kit - WASHER,

.875 OD x .219” THK x .406” (Qty. 6)

O, Kit - WASHER,

.84 OD x .12” THK x .261” (Qty. 2)

Q, Kit - HEX NUT,

1/4”-20 (Qty. 1)

P, Kit - SPRING BRACKET,

(Qty. 1)

R, Kit - WIRE HARNESS,

(Qty. 1)

I, Kit - SAFETY CLIP,

(Qty. 1)

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1695969 SNOWTHROWER & HITCH / Box Contents

B - CHUTE,

(Qty. 1)

H - LIFT ARM ASSEMBLY,

(Qty. 1)

C - HITCH ASSEMBLY,

(Qty. 1)

I - LIFT ROD ASSEMBLY,

(Qty. 1)

A - SNOWTHROWER ASSEMBLY,

(Qty. 1)

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E - COTTER PIN

G - HAIR PIN

1695969 SNOW BLADE & HITCH / Hardware Bag Contents

D - HITCH SUPPORT SHAFT

F - HITCH LATCH PIN

J - SAFETY CLIPS,

(Qty. 2)

K - TURNBUCKLE,

(Qty. 1)

M - SAFETY CLIPS,

(Qty. 1)

O - SWITCH,

(Qty. 1)

N - UPPER WIRE HARNESS,

(Qty. 1)

P - CLIPS,

(Qty. 4)

Q - EXTENSION WIRE HARNESS,

(Qty. 1)

L - SPRING,

(Qty. 1)

Some of the 1695969 Hardware / Parts will not be used when installing this Kit.

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Operator Safety / SNOWTHROWERS

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.

Operator Safety

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.

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 dam-age

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, dropoffs, 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.

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Operator Safety / SNOWTHROWERS

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.

Recommended Accessories

Tire chains are recommended when installing this

attachment to your unit.

Safety Decals

DANGER

AVOID INJURY

FROM ROTATING

AUGER!

Keep hands, feet,

and clothing away.

1716532

Part No. 1716532

Danger Decal - Auger

Part No. 1733057

Danger Decal - Discharge Chute

Part No. 1755580

Caution Decal - Spring Tension

(If equipped with spring-assist tension lever.)

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Warning Decal - Avoid Injury

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Tractor Controls

Before you begin operating the tractor and attachment,

make certain you have:

• Read and understood the instructions in the tractor

Operator’s Manual.

• Become thoroughly familiar with all of the tractor

controls and their operation, including how to safely and

properly start and stop the unit.

• Practice driving in an open area, without the attachment,

to become accustomed to the unit.

A. Electric Chute Rotator Switch – On tractor models

with electric height of cut switch. The electric height

of cut switch will become the spout rotator switch.

B. PTO Switch – Engages and disengages the PTO to

start and stop the snowthrower.

C. Manual Attachment Lift Lever –

The attachment lift lever

raises and lowers the attachment. To RAISE an attachment,

depress the release button on top of the lever and pull back.

To LOWER an attachment, depress the release button and

move the lever forward. When lowering the attachment, be

sure to push the lever fully forward into the locked position

D. Deflector Lock Knob – The snowthrower discharge

deflector angle can be changed by loosening the lock knob,

changing the deflector angle and tightening the lock knob.

E. Throttle Control – Always operate at FULL throttle.

Control Functions

The information below briefly describes the function of

individual controls. Operating the tractor and attachment

requires the combined use of these controls and additional

controls whose operation is described in the tractor

Operator’s Manual.

Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the

name, location, and function of these controls so that you

will better understand the safety and operating instructions

provided in this manual.

Features and Controls

C B

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Hardware / Parts Identiﬁ cation

Lower case letters identify pre-assembled and / or pre-

existing hardware / parts.

Upper case letters identify hardware / parts that are found

in the Kit or Blade Attachment (pages 8-14).

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).

Unpacking

1. Position box close to the tractor and carefully unpack

and organize snowthrower parts.

IMPORTANT: See Figure 1 for correct orientation of

snow drive pulley hub (a, Figure 1).

2. If snow drive pulley hub (a) orientation is incorrect,

loosen set screw, remove and flip pulley to correct

orientation and tighten set-screw.

CORRECT

INCORRECT

Figure 1

Assembly

Chute Assembly

1. Remove gear cover (a, Figure 2) from the snowthrower

assembly (A) by removing hex screw (b) and tilting the

gear cover to disengage tab on opposite side of box.

2. Remove chute rotator gear (c,Figure 2) from shaft.

Figure 2

3. Align chute (B, Figure 3) notch (d) on chute with

housing chute ring tab (e) and slide chute into place.

Figure 3

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Assembly

4. Rotate chute (B, Figure 4) 180 degrees to front. Chute

opening should be facing front / center of machine.

Figure 4

5. Loosen the three nuts (f, Figure 5) on motor assembly.

Replace chute rotator gear (g) onto shaft and mesh the

teeth with chute ring gear (h). Slide motor assembly

forward and tighten the nuts.

Figure 5

6. Replace gear cover over rotator gear mechanism and

secure with the hex bolt (Refer to left side Figure 2.).

NOTE: Engage cover tab on gear box opposite of hex

bolt.

Rear Hitch Installation

1. Insert four carriage bolts (A, Kit, Figure 6) through top

of idler bracket (a).

A (Kit)

Figure 6

2. Align holes in hitch bracket (B, Kit, Figure 7 ) with

carriage bolts. Allow carriage bolts to drop through hitch

plate holes and secure with nuts (C, Kit).

B (Kit)

C (Kit)

Figure 7

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Hitch Modiﬁ cations

1. Remove zip tie (a, Figure 8) securing belt to left hand

side of hitch.

Figure 8

2. Remove nut (b, Figure 9), washer (c), spacer (d) and

capscrew (e), securing inside pivot arm (f) to hitch.

Retain hardware.

Figure 9

3. Remove nut (g, Figure 10), washer (h), spacer (i),

washer (h), spacer (i) and capscrew (j) securing outside

pivot arm (k) to hitch. Retain hardware.

Figure 10

4. Remove nut (l, Figure 11), washer (m) and capscrew

(n) from slot in hitch frame. Retain nut and discard

capscrew and washer.

Figure 11

5. Remove nuts (o, Figure 12) and bolts (p) securing

brackets to hitch. Retain hardware for following step.

o p

Figure 12

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Assembly

8. Insert capscrew (j, Figure 15) through holes in the rear

of rear plate (D, Kit) and front pivot arm (k). Replace

washer (h), spacer (i), washer (h) and secure with nut

(g).

NOTE: Ensure clutch rod (r, inset, Figure 15) is in the

correct position.

h i

D (Kit)

h g

Figure 15

9. Insert capscrew (e, Figure 16) through hole in front of

rear plate (D, Kit), spacer (d) and front pivot arm (f).

Replace washer (c) and secure with nut (b).

D (Kit)

Figure 16

6. Use hardware removed from the brackets in step 5.

Insert two bolts (p, Figure 13) through left side of hitch

and rear plate (D, Kit) and through hitch. Secure with

nuts (o).

p o

D (Kit)

Figure 13

7. Insert bolt (p, Figure 14) through right side of hitch and

rear plate (D, Kit). Secure to hitch with nut (o).

D (Kit)

Figure 14

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4. Insert hitch support shaft (D, Figure 19). Secure with

two washers (H, Kit) and cotter pin (E) as shown. .

5. Slide hitch assembly (C, Figure 7) under tractor and lift

to slide hitch mounting arms (a) over hitch support shaft

slots(b).

Figure 19

Assembly

10. Insert capscrew (E, Kit, Figure 17) through washer

(F, Kit), hitch assembly (C), rear bracket (D, Kit) and

spacer (G, Kit). Secure with existing nut (n) previously

removed in Step 3.

D (Kit)

E (Kit)

F (Kit)

G (Kit)

Figure 17

Install Hitch Assembly for a Cast Iron Axle

1. Remove the mower deck. Refer to Tractor operator’s

Manual.

2. Turn the front wheels fully to the left.

3. Place hitch assembly (C, Figure 18) on floor in front of

tractor as shown.

Figure 18

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Assembly

6. Lift front of the hitch assembly (C, Figure 20) up to

tractor hook-hitch (c).

7. Slide hitch latch pin (F) through the mounting holes in

the hitch frame. Secure hitch latch pin with safety clip (I,

Kit).

NOTE: Keep the handle portion of the hitch latch pin

towards the front of the tractor.

I (Kit)

Figure 20

Install Hitch Assembly for a Stamped Front

Axle

1. Remove the four capscrews (a, Figure 21) and four nuts

(b) securing bracket (b).

2. Rotate bracket 180° and secure with capscrews and

nuts removed in Step 1.

Figure 21

Attach Snowthrower to Tractor

1. Position snowthrower assembly in front of tractor.

2. Remove both saftey clips and mounting pins from the

snowthrower.

NOTE: Mounting pins and safety clips come pre-

assembled to snowthrower assembly.

3. Align the hitch assembly mounting arms with the

snowthrower mounting tabs, insert mounting pins (a,

Figure 22) and secure with safety clips (b).

Figure 22

4. Install the drive belt onto the snowthrower drive pulley

(c, Figure 23) and then onto the tractor PTO pulley (d).

Figure 23

5. Rotate the belt tension lever (e, Figure 24) upwards and

towards the back of the tractor into the locked position

(f).

Figure 24

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Assembly

Attach Lift Arm Assembly to Tractor

1. On right side of tractor, remove the five hex bolts (a,

Figure 25) and nuts from hitch assembly.

Figure 25

2. Re-install bolts removed from Step 1 in the reverse

direction.

NOTE: Bolts are inserted from the inside of tractor

frame.

3. Place spacers (F, Kit, Figure 26) onto each of the bolts.

F (Kit)

Figure 26

4. Insert carriage bolt (J, Kit, Figure 27) through back of

plate (K, Kit) into hole as shown.

J (Kit)

K (Kit)

Figure 27

5. Secure with nuts (b, Figure 28) removed in Step 1.

Figure 28

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Assembly

6 Insert three capscrews (L, Kit, Figure 29) through back

of tractor frame and plate (K, Kit).

L (Kit)

K (Kit)

Figure 29

7 Allow the four capscrews to protrude through open

holes of lift arm assembly (H, Figure 30) and secure

with nuts (M, Kit).

Figure 30

8. Install lift rod assembly (I, Figure 31) and secure with

safety clips (J).

9. Using lift arm, fully raise snowthrower off the ground

into locked position. Distance from the collar to end of

rod should be 3.75”. If not, lower the snowthrower to the

ground and adjust the lifting collar (a, Figure 14).

NOTE: The distance from ground to the snowthrower

should be 4” - 5” when snowthrower is in fully raised

and locked position.

3.75

”

Figure 31

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Assembly

Lift Assist Spring Assemly

Models with Cast Iron Axles:

1. Attach turnbuckle (K, Figure 32) to spring (L)

2. Attach spring to axle clamp (M).

3. Hook axle clamp (M, Figure 32, inset) onto axle (a).

NOTE: Do not position the axle clamp over the axle rib.

K L M

Figure 32

Lift Assist Spring Assemly

Models with Stamped Axles:

1. Insert capscrew (N, Kit, Figure 33) through washer (O,

Kit), bracket (P, Kit) and down through top hole on front

axle (a).

2. Secure with washer (O, Kit) and nut (Q, Kit).

3. Hook spring (K, Figure 33, inset) onto bracket (P, Kit).

N (Kit)

Q (Kit)

O (Kit)

P (Kit)

O (Kit)

Figure 33

Attach Lift Spring Assembly

1. Fully raise the snowthrower off the ground.

2. On the left side of tractor attach turnbuckle (K, Figure

33), onto snowthrower assembly eyebolt (a).

a K

Figure 35

3. Adjust spring tension by rotating the turnbuckle (K,

Figure 35) clockwise using a 9/16” wrench, until threads

are no longer visible.

Figure 35

P (Kit)

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Chute Motor Wiring Harness Installation

(Non-Electric Deck Lift Models)

NOTE: Open hood on tractor for installing the wire harness.

1. Remove plug from tractor dashboard (a, Figure 37).

Figure 37

2. Plug female connector of the upper wiring harness (N,

Figure 38) into switch (O).

N O

Figure 38

Assembly

3. Route the upper wiring harness (N, Figure 39) and

switch (O) through opening in dashboard. Snap switch

into dashboard to secure.

Figure 39

4. Locate the tractor power leads (Figure 40), red with

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

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

upper wiring harness (N).

IMPORTANT: DO NOT use yellow and black power

tractor lead.

Figure 40

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Assembly

8. Secure wiring harness in place with clips (P, Figure 43)

to the frame rails.

NOTE: Wire harness slack should be secured and not

interfere with moving parts.

Figure 43

5. Route the upper wiring harness along the right side of

the tractor.

6. Connect the chute rotation wiring harness (d, Figure

41) from the snowthrower to the square black plug from

the upper wiring harness. Position the wiring heat cover

underneath the muffler.

d e d

Figure 41

For Rear Discharge Models:

7. Connect the wire harness (R, Kit, Figure 42) to the

chute rotator harness.

R (Kit)

Figure 42

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Simplicity ATTACHMENT, 885634 ADAPTER FOR SNOWTHROWER & HITCH User manual

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