INSTALLATION
Tractor Preparation
1.Increase the front tire pressure to 20 PSI for use with snowthrower.
2.On tractors with Kohler Magnum engines, loosen the air cleaner cover wing nut, pull intake hose out of plenum hole and rotate cover slightly. For winter operation only, this allows warmer air to be taken in through the air cleaner. This is not necessary for Kohler Command engines.
Flow Reduction Washer
A washer is provided which must be added to the hydrau- lic valve. The purpose of the washer is to increase travel time when the snowthrower is lowered. This washer has an i/2’ O.D. and a hole in the middle slightly smaller than i/16” I.D.
1.Remove the upper
2.Notice there are two elbows on the side. Disconnect the hose (B) from the front elbow (C). Remove the elbow.
3.Place the washer so it is fully seated inthe hole.
4:Reinstall the elbow (C) and then connect the hose (B). Tighten the nut securely after elbow is properly positioned.
Note: Flow reduction washer can be left installed in hydraulic valve for use with mower and other attachments.
Figure 1. Flow Reduction Washer
A. Valve
8. Hose
C. Front Elbow
Chute Rotator Bracket
Install the chute rotator bracket (A, figure 2) as follows:
1.Remove top front capscrew (B), lo&washer, and nut from the tractor. Retain hardware for reassembly.
2.Remove the bottom bolt (C) and discard. Retain the flange nut for reassembly.
3.Insert the bracket (A) between the tractor frame and footrest. Secure with existing hardware in the top front location, At the bottom hole, install
4.Tighten all hardware.
Chute Rotator Bracket
Top Capscrew
C. Bottom Capscrew
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