Snapper 1695299 Install Turbo Blower, Install Baffles, Installation Instructions, 54”Turbo Blower

54”Turbo Blower Installation Instructions

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	F
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C	B
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Figure 8. Install Turbo
A. Turbo Blower Assy.	D. Plastic Knob
B. Tapered Spacers	E. Bracket
C. Spring Clips	F. Spring

Install Turbo Blower

1.Install the turbo blower assembly. Insert the tapered spacers (B, Figure 8) through the bottom of the blow- er housing (A).

2.Install one spring clip (C) on both tapered spacers

(B).

3.Hook the bottom of the turbo on the bottom hook bracket.

4.Use the release lever to release tension on the belt, and install the belt on the new arbor pulley (see Figure 9).

5.Rotate the belt cover into position and secure with the plastic knob (D, Figure 8).

6.If not already done, install the bracket (E) using the existing capscrew.

7.Install the spring (F). Connect the top of the spring to the bracket (E) and the bottom to the hole in the mower deck shell, just behind the discharge opening.

Install Baffles

1.Remove and discard the existing baffle from the left side of the mower. It is replaced by turbo baffles.

2.Install the left (23-1/2” long) baffle and right (26-1/2”) front baffle (B & C, Figure 10) using six 5/16-18 x 3/4 carriage bolts (A), lockwashers, and nuts (D). Be sure the bolts are inserted fully into the slots in the mower deck.

FRONT

Figure 9. Belt Routing

D

D

C

A

B

A

Figure 10. Install Front Baffles

A.5/16-18 x 3/4 Carriage Bolts

B.Left Front Baffle (23-1/2” Long)

C.Right Front Baffle (26-1/2” Long)

D.5/16-18 Nut and Lockwasher

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