Simplicity 1696133 TRIPLE BAGGER FOR 46" ZT MOWERS User manual

Brand: Simplicity

Model: 1696133 TRIPLE BAGGER FOR 46" ZT MOWERS

Type: User manual

This manual is also suitable for

1696133A-00

Mfg. No. Description

1696133 Triple Bagger for 46” ZT Mowers

1696133A-00 Triple Bagger for 46” ZT Mowers

1755007

Rev. B

Triple Bagger

ATTACHMENT

OPERATOR’S

MANUAL

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Table of Contents

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

Hardware Bag Contents ................................................................ 5

Hardware Box Contents ................................................................ 7

Operator Safety / CATCHER ......................................................... 9

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

Install Front Ballasts .................................................................. 10

Bumper and Bumper Plate Installation ...................................... 10

Install Rear Bracket ................................................................... 12

Mower Mounting Hardware Installation ..................................... 12

Bae Assembly ........................................................................ 13

Tube Assembly .......................................................................... 13

Bag & Cover Support Assembly ................................................ 14

Attach Collector Bags ................................................................ 15

Attach Cover Assembly ............................................................. 15

Upper & Middle Tube Assembly ................................................ 15

Operation ...................................................................................... 16

Before Operation ....................................................................... 16

Mowing with the Catcher ........................................................... 16

After Operation .......................................................................... 16

Collector Removal ..................................................................... 17

Storage .......................................................................................... 17

Warranty ......................................................................................... 18

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

referenced from the operating position.

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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 5-8).

Hardware / Parts Identification

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Hardware Bag Contents

C - CARRIAGE BOLT,

5/16” - 18 X 1.75” (Qty. 6)

D - NUT, Nylock ESNA,

5/16” - 18 (Qty. 5)

A - CARRIAGE BOLT,

5/16” - 18 x 2.75” (Qty. 2)

B - NUT, Lock,

.312” - 18 (Qty. 2)

E - NUT, Flange,

5/16” - 16 (Qty. 8)

G - CARRIAGE BOLT,

(Qty. 1)

H - SPACER,

(Qty. 1)

I - WASHER,

.321” X 1.40” X .10” (Qty. 1)

F - KNOB, Handle,

(Qty. 2)

X - TAPTITE,

5/16” - 18 X .75” (Qty. 2)

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Hardware Bag Contents

J - CARRIAGE BOLT,

5/16” -18 x 0.75” (Qty. 4)

K - CARRIAGE BOLT,

3/8” - 16 x 1.0” (Qty. 4)

L - NUT, Hex Flange,

3/8”-16 (Qty. 4)

M - PIN, Cover Hinge,

3/8” X 3.75” (Qty. 2)

N - PIN, Hair,

1.875” (Qty. 2)

O - SCREW,

1/4” ABX .75” (Qty. 1)

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Hardware Box Contents

DD - REAR BRACKET

(Qty. 1)

AA - BALLASTS

(Qty. 7)

EE - BAGGING BOOT

(Qty. 1)

FF - BAFFLE, Right

(Qty. 1)

BB - TOP BUMPER

(Qty. 1)

CC - BUMPER PLATE

(Qty. 1)

HH - BAG & COVER SUPPORT

(Qty. 1)

GG - BAFFLE, Left

(Qty. 1)

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Hardware Box Contents

II - COLLECTOR BAGS

(Qty. 3)

JJ - COVER

(Qty. 1)

KK - MIDDLE TUBE,

(Qty. 1)

LL - UPPER TUBE

(Qty. 1)

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Safety Decals

Several safety labels are installed on the unit to remind you

of important information while you are operating your unit.

All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional

messages on your rider, attachments and mower should be

carefully read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result

when these instructions are not followed. The safety decals

below are on your product.

If any decals are lost or damaged, replace them at once.

See your local dealer for replacements. These labels are

easily applied and will act as a constant visual reminder to

you, and others who may use the equipment, to follow the

safety instructions necessary for safe, effective operation.

Attachment Decal

Part Number 1732819

Thrown Objects Hazard

Operator Safety / CATCHER

Recommended Accessories

• Front counterweight is recommended when using rear-

mounted grass catcher.

Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit,

severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. The triangle in

text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.

General Warnings

• Know the unit’s controls and how to stop quickly.

READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUALS.

• Read and obey all safety decals.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with

the instructions, should operate the unit.

• Disengage the PTO. Shut off the engine and wait for

all moving parts to stop before attaching, adjusting, or

disconnecting any part of the collection system.

• Check the collection system to make sure it is bolted

tightly to the unit.

• DO NOT operate the unit without either the entire

grass catcher or the deflector in place.

• DO NOT mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always look down and behind before and

while travelling in reverse.

• DO NOT turn sharply when travelling alongside a

building or any object. Slow down before turning.

• DO NOT carry passengers.

• When collection system is removed from the mower

deck, the deflector must be properly installed.

• 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.

• Grass should be cut often but not too short. If grass is

too long or lush, it may be necessary to keep ground

speed to a minimum or to cut only half the width to

prevent clogging. If grass is too high, operate with

mower in high cutting position. Cut the grass again in

lower cutting position, if desired.

• Before mowing, clear the lawn of all sticks, stones,

wire and other debris which may be caught or thrown

by the mower blades.

• The blower housing should be removed for cleaning.

If a large amount of cut grass is spilling out from under

the deck, the tube may be plugged or grass bags

are full. Shut off tractor, disengage the PTO, remove

the key, and allow all moving parts to stop before

disconnecting the tube.

• For added stability and to prevent tipping or loss of

control:

a. Use reduced speed on uneven ground and when

turning corners.

b. Reduce loads on hillsides. It is recommended

that the collection system be kept only half full when

negotiating any slopes. Start mowing on slopes when

the collection system is empty.

c. Mow up and down the face of slopes; never across

the face of any slope.

• Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6%

(10°).

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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).

RIDER SHOULD BE COOL BEFORE

STARTING INSTALLATION.

Install Front Ballasts

1. Remove existing bolts (a, Figure 1) and nuts (b) from

front of rider frame.

Figure 1

2. Install the seven ballasts (AA, Figure 2) against the front

of rider frame and secure with carriage bolts (A) and

locknuts (B).

Figure 2

Bumper and Bumper Plate Installation

1. Attach top bumper (BB, Figure 3) to rear of rider frame

securing with taptites (X).

NOTE: Some models will have factory installed taptites

(X) in frame.

Figure 3

NOTE: If the shoulder bolts on the rear of the rider frame

have push nuts (a, Figure 4), proceed to Step 5.

Figure 4

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Assembly

MUFFLER MUST BE COOL before proceeding with Steps

2 and 3.

2. Locate muffler shield (c, Figure 5) under rear of rider

frame. Remove and retain taptites (d). Remove muffler

shield.

c d

Figure 5

3. Remove and retain the taptites (e, Figure 6) that secure

the muffler to rear of rider.

NOTE: Removal of taptites will cause the muffler to

come loose.

4. Remove and retain existing shoulder bolt nuts (f, Figure

6) from the rear of rider.

Figure 6

5. Align bumper plate (CC, Figure 7) holes with holes on

bumpers. Attach plate to frame by sliding lower part of

plate over existing shoulder bolts and secure with nuts

(f) removed from previous step. Finger tighten nuts.

6. Secure upper part of bumper plate to bumpers using

carriage bolts (C) and nuts (D). Finger tighten nuts.

7. Tighten nuts previously finger tightened in Steps 5 and

C D

Figure 7

NOTE: The following steps apply ONLY if muffler shield

and muffler were removed.

8. Re-install the muffler using taptites that were removed

in Step 3.

9. Re-install the muffler shield using taptites that were

removed in Step 2.

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Install Rear Bracket

1. Insert carriage bolts (C, Figure 8) through the inside of

back bumper plate.

2. Secure each carriage bolt with two locknuts (E).

NOTE: Install first nut with lock facing toward the

bumper plate. Install second nut with lock facing away

from bumper plate.

Figure 8

3. Install the rear bracket (DD, Figure 9) onto carriage bolt

assemblies (a).

NOTE: To hook rear bracket onto bumper, rotate back

toward tractor and down allowing bolts to pass through

slots of bracket as shown in Figure 9.

4. Secure with knobs (F).

Figure 9

Mower Mounting Hardware Installation

1. Remove and retain knob, washer, nut and carriage bolt

(a, Figure 10) from back of bagging boot (EE).

aEE

Figure 10

2. On the left side of discharge opening, insert carriage

bolt (b, Figure 11) thru inside of mower deck and secure

with nut (c). Use nut and carriage bolt removed from

previous step.

NOTE: Washer and knob removed in Step 1 will be

used in a later section.

Figure 11

3. Remove existing hardware from outside of the front-

right wheel bracket.

4. Replace with carriage bolt (G, Figure 12), spacer (H),

washer (I) and secure with locknut (D).

NOTE: Concave of washer (I) should face towards the

mower.

I GH

Figure 12

Assembly

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Bae Assembly

1. Raise mower to highest position.

2. Refer to Figure 13 for proper baffle placement.

9.3”

5.4”

Left Side of MowerRight Side of Mower

Closest to

Discharge Opening

Figure 13

3. Insert carriage bolts (J, Figure 14) from inside of mower

through holes in right side baffle (FF) and secure with

flange nuts (E).

4. Insert carriage bolts (J) from inside of mower through

holes in left side baffle (GG) and secure with flange nuts

(E).

Figure 14

Assembly

Tube Assembly

1. Ensure latch hardware is in the correct hole for the 46”

mower as shown in Figure 15.

Note: Figure 15 shows the proper alignment of latch

hardware.

46” Mower

(Front Hole)

Figure 15

2. Slide top of bagging boot underneath deflector

mounting bracket (b, Figure 16).

3. Slide tab (c) of bagging boot inside of mower deck.

b c

Figure 16

4. Fit left side of bagging boot (EE, Figure 17) onto

carriage bolt assembly (a).

a EE

Figure 17

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5. Rotate latch (d, Figure 18) into pocket of hardware

assembly (e).

Figure 18

6. Secure boot onto rear carriage bolt assembly with

washer (f, Figure 19) and knob (g).

Note: Use washer and knob retained from Step 1 in

“Mower Mounting Hardware Installation” section.

Figure 19

Assembly

Bag & Cover Support Assembly

1. Install the bag and cover support (HH, Figure 20) to the

rear bracket (DD) using carriage bolts (K) and locknuts

(L).

Figure 20

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Assembly

Attach Collector Bags

1. Attach collector bags (II, Figure 21) using grass bag

hanger (a) to bag hanger post (b).

Figure 21

Attach Cover Assembly

1. Attach cover assembly (JJ, Figure 22) to bag and cover

support (HH) using hinge pivots (a). Secure cover using

hinge pins (M) and hair pins (N).

HHa

Figure 22

Upper & Middle Tube Assembly

1. Slide middle tube (KK, Figure 23) into upper tube (LL).

Secure with screw (O), correct hole placement shown

in Figure 24.

46” Mower

Figure 23

2. Slide the upper / middle tube assembly (a, Figure 25)

into cover (JJ) aligning ridge (b) with cutout (c).

NOTE: Raise the cover for ease of tube assembly

insertion.

3. Slide upper / middle tube assembly over bagging boot

(EE). Fit hole in strap over pin (d).

Figure 24

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Operation

Before Operation

Clear the lawn of all sticks, stones, wire and other debris

which may be caught or thrown by the mower blades.

Check grass condition. If wet, wait until later in the day.

If grass is wet, the grass catcher is likely to become

plugged.

For efficient bagging, air circulation under the mower

deck, through the chute and into the bag is very

important.

For this reason, BEFORE YOU BEGIN MOWING you

should make certain the underside of the mower and

the underside of the catcher lid are free from grass and

debris.

Make sure that there is a snug fit between mower deck,

blower housing, tubes, and grass catcher cover.

Mowing with the Catcher

Always operate with throttle at full speed when mowing.

Grass should be cut often, and not too short. If grass is too

long or lush it may be necessary to keep ground speed

to a minimum or to cut only half the width of the mower to

prevent clogging. If grass is long, operate with mower in

high cutting position for first pass, cutting again in a lower

position on a second pass.

Do not open the cover with mower engaged.

If a large amount of cut grass is spilling out from under

deck, the tube may be plugged or the bags may be full—

discontinue mowing, stop the unit, disengage the PTO, shut

off the engine and then empty the catcher or clear the tube.

WARNING

ALWAYS shut off the tractor. Disengage the PTO, and

allow all moving parts to stop BEFORE disconnecting or

clearing tube, or emptying catcher.

Before leaving the operator’s position for any reason,

engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stop the

engine and remove the key.

To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, rider and mower

free of grass, leaves and excess grease. Do not stop

or park rider over dry leaves, grass or combustible

materials.

CAUTION

Before you begin operating the unit be certain you have

read all of the safety and operational information of this

instruction sheet, as well as the Operator’s Manual for

the tractor and any other attachments

NOTE: Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6%

After Operation

Remove any debris from the screen on the underside of

the lid.

The blower housing and tube should be removed for

cleaning.

Inspect the grass bags for wear or damage. Make sure that

there is a snug fit between mower deck, blower housing,

tubes, and grass catcher cover.

CAUTION

Do not leave grass in bagger containers. Empty

containers after each use and before storing. Failure

to do so may result in spontaneous combustion which

could develop into a fire.

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Storage

Figure 25

Storing The Grass Catcher

Clean the grass catcher thoroughly using a mild detergent

(other products may damage the tube). Remove any debris

from the screen on the underside of the lid.

If paint has been scratched on metal parts, touch up with

paint, or apply a thin film of oil to prevent corrosion.

Store in a dry area. Dry thoroughly before storing for a long

period of time. Always store away from moisture.

Collector Removal

CAUTION

Operation Without Bagger

For operation without bagger, the mower deflector

MUST be properly installed in the down position and

retained by the spring latch.

1. Lift up cover (JJ, Figure 25) then remove and empty

bags (II).

2. Loosen strap from bagging boot (EE) and remove

middle/upper tube assembly (KK, LL). Remove tube

assembly from cover.

3. Remove hair pins (N) and hinge pins (M) then remove

cover.

4. Remove hitch and frame assembly (HH) from rear of

tractor.

5. Remove knob and washer from boot assembly (EE).

6. Rotate latch (b) from hardware assembly and remove

bagging boot. Ensure that discharge chute (c) returns to

the DOWN position.

IIJJ

b a

M N

Operation

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Warranty

80004543EN (Rev. E)

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 www.briggsand-

stratton.com. The purchaser must contact the Authorized Service Dealer, and then make the product available to the Authorized Service Dealer for inspection and test-

ing.

There is no other express warranty. Implied warranties, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to the war-

ranty 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

** 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.

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 con-

sumer. “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.

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 cor-

rosion 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.

Item Consumer Use Commercial Use

Accessory/Attachment 12 months None

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