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#6-3318 TWIN BAG GRASS CATCHER KIT for 

SNAPPER 28" & 33" REAR ENGINE RIDERS & 33” LAWN TRACTORS 

 
This grass catcher kit fits Lawn Tractors with 33” Decks and Rear Engine Riders with 28” & 33” Decks. On 
Series “A” & Later Lawn Tractors, Adapter Kit #6-1334 must be installed before this grass catcher can be 
installed. On Series “0-2” Lawn Tractors, Adapter Kit #6-1068 must be installed before this grass catcher can 
be installed. Install adapter kit as described by instructions provided with kit. 
 

 

1

WARNING 

DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments, 
service, or repairs with engine running. STOP 
engine. STOP blade. Set park brake. Remove key. 
Remove spark plug wire and secure away from 
spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid 
burns, allow sufficient time to cool. 

 
STEP 1: Bumper Support Bracket & Muffler Guard 
Installation (Riders Only) 

Remove the muffler mounting screw and the two screws from 
the R.H. side of the standup bumper. Install the bumper 
support bracket and muffler guard against the standup 
bumper. Align the holes and reinstall screws; tighten securely. 
See Figure 1. 
 

 

FIGURE 1

 

 

STEP 2: Removal Of Deflector 

Remove wing nut, flat washer and bolt from deck (save for use 
in step 4). (Riders) Flip up deflector, do not remove. (Tractors) 
Remove the hinge nut, spring and hinge pin from deflector. 
Remove deflector. Save for future use when not bagging 
grass. See Figure 2. 
 

STEP 3: Air Lift Installation 

An optional Air Lift Kit 6-1777 has been included with this 
grass catcher and may be installed to enhance bagging 
performance in certain conditions. The air lifts can be installed 
by reaching through the discharge opening or by removing the 
blade. Attach one air lift to each end of the blade using the 
hardware and instructions provided in the kit. Be certain to 
install lifts on both ends of blade. Torque nuts and bolts on air 

lifts to 20 to 30 ft. lbs. Torque blade retaining hardware to 45 to 
55 ft. lbs. See Figure 3. 
 
NOTE: Not all original equipment or accessory blades will 
accept the Air Lift Kit. Contact an authorized dealer if you have 
questions. 
 
 

 

FIGURE 2 

 

FIGURE 3 

WARNING 

The cutting blades and the edges of the cutting deck 
are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury. 
Always wear heavy leather gloves when working 
around cutting blades and the cutting deck. 

INSTRUCTION No. 7-5438 (I.R. 1/31/03)

 

Summary of Contents for 75438

Page 1: ...curely See Figure 1 FIGURE 1 STEP 2 Removal Of Deflector Remove wing nut flat washer and bolt from deck save for use in step 4 Riders Flip up deflector do not remove Tractors Remove the hinge nut spring and hinge pin from deflector Remove deflector Save for future use when not bagging grass See Figure 2 STEP 3 Air Lift Installation An optional Air Lift Kit 6 1777 has been included with this grass ...

Page 2: ...from step 2 Tighten bolts See Figure 4 FIGURE 4 STEP 5 Cover Hood Assembly Install sector to the inside of cover using 3 1 4 x 3 4 carriage bolts 1 4 flat washers and 1 4 hex nuts Slide screen into cover Install inlet onto cover using 5 1 4 x 1 2 carriage bolts and 1 4 hex flange nuts See Figure 5 STEP 6 Cover Frame Installation Lower cover frame assembly onto bumper and secure with clevis pins an...

Page 3: ...te tube towards mower to secure handle hook under latch See Figure 10 FIGURE 10 STEP 11 WEIGHT PLATE INSTALLATION REAR ENGINE RIDER ONLY IMPORTANT Some model Riders may require the two mounting holes to be drilled in the front frame Refer to Step 12 for drilling instructions The mounting holes in other models may be covered by the SNAPPER label Attach the nine 9 weights to the front frame using 3 ...

Page 4: ... affect the handling and stability of the machine Use extra care Refer to the Operator s Manual for IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 12 DRILL MOUNTING HOLES SERIES M RIDERS ONLY Measure and mark the location of the two holes using dimensions shown See Figure 12 Drill two 13 32 holes Attach weight plates Refer to Step 11 FIGURE 12 ...

Page 5: ...TWIN BAG GRASS CATCHER ILLUSTRATION 5 ...

Page 6: ...14 SCREW 1 4 20 x 1 2 4 28 9 1314 WASHER 1 4 Internal Tooth Lock 4 29 7 1677 GUARD Muffler Shown on Page 1 30 5 3669 ADAPTER 31 9 1315 WASHER 5 16 Split Lock 2 32 9 1575 NUT 5 16 18 Hex Center Lock 2 33 5 1930 ASSEMBLY Bag Includes Indented Items 1 9250 BAG Grass Catcher 2 1 9965 ROD Bag Support 1 4456 CONNECTOR 34 5 7652 ASSEMBLY Screen Includes Indented Items 1 9731 SCREEN 1 9732 FRAME Screen 35...

Page 7: ...ore than one pass over the area to be cleaned if needed Normally it is best to mow or clean by operating in a clockwise direction However if litter is matted and heavy make the first pass in a counterclockwise direction As material is picked up on the left side of the cutter unit it will more easily enter the chute and go into the bag The vacuum action of the blade will pick up dust unless the gra...

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