
ASSEMBLY
FRONT PUMP MOUNTING
Install the pump mounting bracket on the front of the tractor with
Thread the pump drive shaft into the crankshaft adapter.
Slide the 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 with the offset side on top. Install hardware for securing pump to the pump mount, DO NOT tighten.
Install pump and align so that splined coupling can be moved (FREE PLAY) back and forth by hand. Rotate coupler and check free play every 1/4 turn. Tighten pump mounting bolts in succession rechecking for spline coupling free play. Remove the pump mounting bracket bolts one at a time and apply a tread locking agent. Tighten these bolts in succession, again checking for free play in the drive shaft. After all bolts are torqued, the end play on the drive shaft should be 1/16” to 1/8”, and coupler should move freely with hand pressure. If end play is less than 1/16”, grind the end of the shaft to achieve the proper end play. If there is more than 1/4" of end play, return the shaft with specifications for a longer shaft.
CAUTION: DO NOT START THE TRACTOR UNTIL ALL HOSES ARE ATTACHED, TANK IS FILLED WITH PROPER OIL AND BALL VALVES ARE OPEN! STARTING AT THIS TIME WILL CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE PUMP.
INSTALLING O-RING FITTINGS
Installing straight, 45 degree and 90 degree
INSTALLING NATIONAL PIPE FITTINGS
Whenever installing a pipe fitting, wrap the threads clockwise (looking at the end) with teflon tape. In this way, the tape will be tightened when installed. NOTE: It is not necessary to tape
FILLING HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR
Refer to the maintenance section for filling specifications and hydraulic oil requirements.
NOTE: Starting or running your Tiger mower before filling reservoir will cause serious damage to hydraulic pump.
Assembly Section