E.Re-install suspension arms removed on page 4. See figure 5 on page 4.
CAUTION: If the suspension arms are ever removed from tractor
(which may be necessary for
mounting other attachments) the lift link on the LEFT side of the trac- tor must be removed from tractor if it is not needed or used with the
attachment. Refer also to tractor manual. Failure to do so will allow the lift link to interfere with tractor steering which could cause loss of control while driving resulting in property damage and/or personal injury.
3_Refer to figure 24 below and remove t/8" (large) hairpin cotters from ends of guide bracket assembly and remove guide bracket assembly.
r32"" HAIRPIN COTTER
1/8" HAIRPIN COTTERS
CLEVIS PIN
/
(R.H.)
HITCH PLATE
KEEPER
PLATE CHANNEL
ASS'Y.GUIDE
1/8" HAIRPIN PIVOT SHAFT BRACKET
COTTERASS'Y.
FIGURE 24
. Refer to figure 24 above and remove 3/32"
(small) hairpin cotter from 3/8" clevis pin which holds end of blade lock release cable to blade
lock release lever. Pull cable free from tractor and reassemble clevis pin and cotter pin for storage. See figure 24.
. Refer to figure 16 on page 7 and remove 1/8" (large) hairpin cotter from each clevis pin that holds each hitch brace in place. Remove hitch braces and spacers. Reassemble clevis pin and spacer to each hitch brace for storage.
. Refer to figure 24 and remove 1/8" (large) hairpin cotters from ends of channel assembly pivot shaft and remove keeper plates. Lift the channel assembly pivot shaft out of the hitch plates and lower channel to the ground.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
During the operating season, check all bolts, nuts and hairpin cotters to be sure they are secure. For improved snow removal performance, coat the blade with automotive type paste wax.
LUBRICATION
Oil all pivot points so that they will work freely.
STORAGE
When the snow blade is not being used, remove all dirt and rust and touch up with paint.
Apply a light coat of grease or rust preventative to the blade and oil pivot points.
Store in an area where it is protected from weather.
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