Snapper 1800, 2800, 500, 1700, 2700, 400 manual Simplicity, Massey Ferguson and Agco Models

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Operating the Tractor

Mower Deck Removal & Installation

Simplicity, Massey Ferguson and AGCO Models

WARNING

Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key before attempting to install or remove the mower.

Muffler and surrounding areas may be hot.

Removing the Mower Deck

Note: Units with electric height of cut, unplug tractor wire harness from deck harness before removing deck.

1.Park the tractor, fully lower the attachment lift, turn off the PTO, turn off the engine, remove the key, and engage the parking brake. If equipped, pivot the gauge wheels into sliding position (see Figure 11).

2.Place mower in the lowest cutting position using the mower height control.

3.Use the idler arm (D, Figure 12) to release tension on the PTO belt, and remove belt from the PTO pulley.

4.Pull down on the lift hooks (A, Figure 12) and unhook the lift chains (B).

CAUTION

The muffler and surrounding areas may be hot.

5.Turn the wheels straight ahead. Pull back on spring- loaded lever (B, Figure 13) and lift mower hitch off of the tractor brackets (A).

6.Turn wheels fully left, and slide mower deck out from under the right side of the tractor.

Figure 11. Pivoting Gauge Wheels - Select Models

A

C

B

D

Figure 12. Mower Lift
A. Lift Hook	C. PTO Belt
B. Lift Chain	D. Idler Arm

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