Snapper 1695299 - Manual (Page 4)

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Installation Instructions
54” Turbo Blower
Figure 1. Install Hook Plate
A. 5/16-18 x 3/4 Carriage Bolts
B. Hook Plate
C. Deck Shell
D. Flange Locknuts
E. Clips
B
C
E
A
D
D
INITIAL INSTALLATION
NOTE: When installing this attachment on early models,
the rivets securing the clips (E, Figure 1) must be drilled
out, and the new belt cover secured with taptite screws
supplied.
NOTE: The following procedure can be performed with
the mower installed on the tractor, however for ease of
installation, removing the mower deck is recommended
Install Hook Plate
1. Remove the right side belt cover and retain taptite
screws.
2. Remove the deflector, spring, and hinge assemble.
Retain the hardware except for the carriage bolts.
Use a hammer to drive the carriage bolts back
through the deck, and discard the bolts.
3. Install the hook plate (B, Figure 1) below the stone
guard using two 5/16-18 x 3/4 carriage bolts (A) and
flange locknuts (D). Install the bolts from the bottom
up.
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).
Figure 2. Install New Arbor Pulley
A. Capscrew
C. Washer
B. Lockwasher D. Pulley and Hub
Assy.
Stone
Guard
Stone
Guard
A
B
C
D
Install Pulley
1. Remove the right arbor capscrew, lockwasher, and
washer. Discard the capscrew; retain the lockwasher
and washer.
2. Install the pulley and hub assembly (D) on top of the
original pulley. Secure with a new 7/16-15 x 2-1/4
capscrew (A) and original lockwasher (B) and washer
(C). Torque to 55-75 ft. lbs.