Tiger Products Co., Ltd JOHN DEERE 5101E - Manual (Page 28)

ASSEMBLY
Assembly Section 2-2
Before attempting to moun t your Tiger mower, it is
important to read an understand all of the Safety Messages in
the Safety section of this manual.
Check complete shipment list against the packing list to make sure there are no
shortages. Make certain the tractor model is the appropriate one for the mower
received!
Always use a floor jack, hoist or fork lift to lift and raise heavy parts.
Read and understand the entire assembly section instructions before attempting
to mount your Tiger mower. Refer to the parts section of this manual for detailed
illustrations to locate all parts.
(ASM-C-0001)
CRANKSHAFT ADAPTER
For JD5101E, JD5093E & JD5083E tractors, install the John Deere kit LVB24989 and
follow the instructions. You will also need to replace the existing belt with John Deere belt
P/N T208891.
(ASM-JD-0060)
MAIN FRAME INSTALLATION
With an overhead hoist and / or jack-stands, raise one side of the frame up to the
correctly matching mounting holes. Install capscrews and all other hardware as shown in
main frame parts section to secure the sides of the main frame to the tractor casting, DO
NOT tighten at this time. Remove the capscrews one at a time and apply a thread locking
agent. Reinsert the capscrews and tighten / torque to values noted in the torque chart
located in the maintenance section of this manual.
(ASM-C-0003)
DRIVESHAFT & FRONT PUMP MOUNTING
Thread the pump drive shaft into the crankshaft adapter.
Slide splined drive shaft coupler onto the pump drive shaft. Install the pump onto the
mounting bracket. NOTE: the pump is offset to one direction, the pump should be installed
TRACTOR PREPARATION
A. Remove right and left hand steps.
B. Disconnect battery cables from both batteries.
C. Remove engine side panels, or raise hood to access front pulley.
D. Remove plugs from tractor casting where main frame and pump mount will be attached.
E. Remove any front weights and weight supports.
F. Raise the tractor onto jack-stands and remove the right and left rear wheels.
(ASM-JD-0001)