Simplicity 5900800 Manuel utilisateur

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OPERATOR’S

MANUAL

FAST-Vac Grass Collection System

5102321

Rev C

For Models with Slope-Nosed Style Mower Decks

52” Mower Deck - 3-Bag System

(Citation Models) 52” Mower Deck - 3-Bag System

(Citation XT Models)

Mfg. No. Description Mfg. No. Description

Contains: Contains:

5900800 FAST-Vac Blower 5900800 FAST-Vac Blower

5300017 Bagger Mount Adapter 5300017 Bagger Mount Adapter

5046864 3-Bag Hood & Mount 5046864 3-Bag Hood & Mount

5301858 Blower Mount 5303294 Blower Mount

5300189 Weight Mount 5300189 Weight Mount

1692939 50 lbs. Weight (3) 1692939 50 lbs. Weight (3)

61” Mower Deck - 3-Bag System

(Citation & Cobalt Models

Mfg. No. Description

Contains:

5900800 FAST-Vac Blower

5300017 Bagger Mount Adapter

5046864 3-Bag Hood & Mount

5301860 Blower Mount

5300189 Weight Mount

1692939 50 lbs. Weight (3)

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OPERATOR SAFETY

General Information

Thank you for purchasing this quality-built

SIMPLICITY product. We’re pleased that you’ve

placed your confidence in the SIMPLICITY brand.

When operated and maintained according to the

instructions in this manual, your SIMPLICITY product

will provide many years of dependable service.

This manual contains safety information to make

you aware of the hazards and risks associated

with this machine and how to avoid them. This

machine is designed and intended to be used and

maintained according to the manual for finish cutting

of established lawns and is not intended for any other

purpose. It is important that you read and understand

these instructions thoroughly before attempting to

start or operate this equipment. Save these original

instructions for future reference.

The illustrations in this manual are representative and

may not exactly match your unit.

Contact Information:

Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC.

PO Box 702

Milwaukee, WI 53201-0702

www.simplicitymfg.com

SIMPLICITY is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton

Power Products Group, LLC.

Table of Contents

Operator Safety .................................................. 3

Safety Decals..........................................................4

General Operating Instructions ........................ 7

Before Operation.....................................................7

Mowing with the Double / Triple Catcher................7

After Operation........................................................7

Storing the Grass Catcher......................................7

Mowing Without the Blower....................................7

Installation........................................................... 8

Rear Suspension Adjustment.................................8

Prepare the Discharge Chute Opening ..................9

Preparing the Blower Mount for Assembly...........10

Blower Assembly ..................................................11

Blower Installation.................................................13

Collector Installation..............................................15

Weight Mount Installation .....................................18

Blower & Collector Removal........................... 20

Product Identification Tag

When contacting your authorized dealer for

replacement parts, service, or information you MUST

have these number.

Record your model/part number and serial number

in the space provided for easy access. The product

identification tag can be found on the blower

underneath the guard.

Identification Numbers

Part Number:

Serial Number:

SAMPLE

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OPERATOR SAFETY

Operator Safety

General Information

• Know the mower controls, safety rules and how

to stop quickly. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE

MOWER OPERATOR’S MANUAL.

• Read and obey all safety decals.

• Wear appropriate ear, eye and breathing

protection.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar

with the instructions, to operate the unit.

• Disengage the electric clutch (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 rider.

• DO NOT operate the mower without either the

entire grass catcher or the deflector in place.

• Turn off the PTO switch to disengage the blades

when not mowing.

• DO NOT mow in reverse. 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 on the rider.

• When blower assembly 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.

• If the mower stalls or the turbo blower chute plugs:

1. Disengage the electric clutch (PTO);

2. Stop the engine and remove the key;

3. Set the parking brake, and wait for all moving

parts to stop.

4. 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. Blower

may rotate when object is removed.

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. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.

The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.

• For added rider 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 no more

than half full when negotiating any slopes. Start

mowing on slopes when the collection system

is empty.

c. Mow across the face of slopes; not up and

down.

• Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6%

(10°).

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OPERATOR SAFETY

Safety Decals

Before operating your unit, read the safety decals. The

cautions and warnings are for your safety. To avoid a

personal injury or damage to the unit, understand and

follow all the safety decals.

WARNING

If any safety decals become worn or damaged,

and cannot be read, order replacement decals

from your dealer.

Previous Units with Text Decals

A. Part Number: 3046850 - “Decal, Danger/

Warning”

B. Part Number: - 3046851 “Decal, Warning-

Blower”

C. Part Number: 3046883 - “Decal, Warning-

Shield”

D. Part Number: 7027733- “Decal, Ear

Protection”

Current Units with Icon Decals

A. Part Number: 5104313 - “Decal, Blower,

Small, Icons”

B. Part Number: 5104314 - “Decal, Blower,

Main, Large, Icons”

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OPERATOR SAFETY

2-Bag & 3-Bag Collector Hood

A. Decal, Container, Icons (Sewn into fabric

of collector hood).

Safety Icons

Danger - Rollover hazard:

• Do not operate up or down slopes or without the

front counter balance weights.

• Operate on slopes only if under 10 degrees.

• Always use front counterbalance weights while

operating on slopes.

Warning - Amputation and thrown objects hazard:

• To avoid injury from rotating parts (of the blower).

• Stay clear of parts and keep all shields and guards

in place.

• Operate blower only with entire collection system

installed and latched closed.

Warning - Amputation and thrown objects hazard:

• Disengage the blower (blades) and remove

the ignition key, wait for all parts to stop before

disconnecting or unlatching any parts attached to

blower or collection system.

Warning - Read the Operator’s Manual.

Caution - Always wear hearing protection when

operating.

Warning - Loss of traction and control hazard:

• Do not operate with only the collection system

installed.

• Do not operate with only the front counter balance

weights installed.

• Operate only with both the entire collection system

and front counter balance weights installed and the

collection system closed and latched.

Danger - Dismemberment:

• This machine can crush and cut. Keep hands

away from belts and pulleys.

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OPERATOR SAFETY

Danger - Amputation and thrown objects hazard:

• To avoid injury from rotating blades, stay clear of

deck edge and keep others away.

Danger - Thrown objects hazard:

• Do not mow without discharge chute or entire

grass catcher in place.

Warning - Thrown objects hazard:

• Do not open collection system container with

engine running.

• Do not operate with blower or collection system

tube unlatched or missing.

• Operate only with both the entire collection system

and front counterbalance weights installed and the

collection system closed and latched.

Warning - Loss of traction and control hazard:

• Do not operate with only the collection system

installed.

• Do not operate with only the front counter balance

weights installed.

• Operate only with both the entire collection system

and front counter balance weights installed and the

collection system closed and latched.

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GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

General Operating Instructions

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 Double / Triple Catcher

Always operate with throttle at full speed when

mowing.

Always wear hearing protection when operating

grass catcher.

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 rider, disengage

the PTO and then empty the catcher or clear the tube.

After Operation

Remove any debris from the screen on the underside

of the lid. Note: The lid screen can be partially

removed for easier cleaning and should be cleaned

regularly.

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.

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. The screen can be partially removed for

easier cleaning.

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. Hang the catcher and catcher

bags to dry thoroughly before storing for a long period

of time. Always store away from moisture.

Mowing Without the Blower

For operation without the blower, the deflector must

be properly installed in the down position.

To remove the blower, see BLOWER & COLLECTOR

REMOVAL

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

This machine produces sound levels

in excess of 85 dBA at the operator’s

ear and can cause hearing loss though

extended periods of exposure.

Wear hearing protection when operating this

machine.

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INSTALLATION

Installation

Rear Suspension Adjustment

The upper mounting position #2 (See Figure 1) should

be used when a rear-mount grass bagger system is

installed.

To adjust the upper mounting position:

1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage

the PTO, stop the engine and engage the parking

brake.

2. Raise the rear of the machine and secure with

jackstands. The jack stands must be under the

bumper. Chock the front wheels to prevent the

machine from rolling.

3. Position the jack under the cross member that ties

the suspension arms together and slowly raise

the rear suspension to relieve the pressure on the

upper shock mounting bolts.

NOTE: This will require small adjustments to the

jack’s position. The shock should move freely on the

mounting bolt when the pressure is relieved.

4. Remove the upper shock mounting hardware and

pivot the shock to the position #2 (see Figure 1).

Adjust the jack to align the shock mounts to the

shocks.

5. Reinstall the upper shock mounting hardware and

tighten securely.

6. Remove the jack from under the suspension cross

member.

7. Remove the jack stands from under the machine.

Figure 1. Rear Suspension Adjustments

POSITION #1

(FACTORY SET) POSITION #2

(GRASS BAGGER)

WARNING

Use two hands when adjusting the shock

springs. This will prevent the wrench from

slipping while pressure is being applied.

More spring pre-load should be used with heavy

weight operators.

To adjust the spring pre-load:

1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage

the PTO, stop the engine and engage the parking

brake.

2. Raise the rear of the machine and secure with

jack stands. Chock the front wheels to prevent the

machine from rolling.

3. Remove the rear drive tires.

4. See Figure 1. Using the supplied spanner wrench

(p/n 5022853), insert the tip of the wrench into the

notch in the pre-load adjuster. While holding the

wrench in place with one hand, turn COUNTER-

CLOCKWISE to increase the pre-load, turn

CLOCKWISE to decrease the pre-load. Make

sure both shocks are set to the same amount of

pre-load.

5. Reinstall the rear drive tires. Torque the lug bolts

to 85-95 ft/lbs. (115-129 Nm). Remove the jack

stands from under the machine.

NOTE: Spanner wrench is located under the seat on

the right-hand side of the machine.

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INSTALLATION

Prepare the Discharge Chute Opening

Remove the Discharge Chute

1. Remove the discharge chute (A, Figure 2), chute

mount rod (B), torsion spring (C), 5/16” fender

washer (D), spring spacer (E) and all mounting

hardware.

2. Save the spring, fender washer, spacer as they

will be used later when the blower is removed.

3. Remove the deck guard (F). Save the bolts and

washers, as they will be required in a later step.

Figure 2. Remove Chute & Guard

A. Discharge Chute

B. Chute Mount Rod

C. Torsion Spring

D. 5/16” Fender Washer

E. Spring Spacer

F. Deck Guard

4. Examine the discharge chute mount bracket on

the mower deck (see Figure 3). If the hole pattern

looks like the one shown, you must drill a 3/8”

hole in the location specified in Figure 6.

1-1/2"

(3,8 cm)

5/8"

(1,6 cm) 3/8" Drill

Figure 3. Discharge Chute Mount

WARNING

Use extreme caution when rotating the idler

arm with the breaker bar, due to the increased

tension in the spring as the idler arm is being

rotated. Injury may result if the breaker bar is

prematurely released while the spring is under

tension.

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INSTALLATION

Preparing the Blower Mount for Assembly

Inspecting the Blower Mount Assembly

Some blower mounts are equipped with an adjustable

deflector bracket (A, Figure 4). If your blower mount

is equipped with an adjustable deflector bracket it will

need to be adjusted prior to performing the Blower

Assembly procedure. If not, proceed with the Blower

Assembly procedure.

Adjusting the Blower Mount Assembly Adjustable

Baffle

1. Temporarily install the blower mount (A, Figure 5)

onto the mower deck (B). Refer to Figure 5 for the

position of the pins w/ lanyards in relationship to

the chute mount bracket on the mower deck. The

pins w/ lanyards fit into the same holes that the

chute mount rod was installed.

2. Loosen the two (2) 5/16” nylock flange nuts (A,

Figure 6) and the two (2) 1/4” nylock flange nuts

(B) that secure the deflector bracket (C) to the

blower mount (D).

3. Slide the deflector bracket up against the front

baffle (E) of the mower deck (F).

4. Models with 52” Mower Decks: Tighten two (2)

5/16” nylock flange nuts

Models with 61” Mower Decks: Tighten two

(2) 5/16” nylock flange nuts and the two (2) 1/4”

nylock flange nuts.

5. Remove the blower mount and pins w/ lanyards

from the mower deck.

Figure 5. Install Blower On Deck (Notice Pin

Orientation)

A. Blower Mount

B. Mower Deck

Figure 4. Inspecting the Blower Mount Assembly

A. Adjustable Deflector Bracket

Figure 6. Adjusting the Deflector Bracket

A. 5/16” Nylock Flange Nuts

B. 1/4” Nylock Flange Nuts

C. Deflector Bracket

D. Blower Mount

E. Front Baffle

F. Mower Deck

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