Install Long Drive Shaft - Simplicity LX 2000, LX 2900 Operator's Manual

Initial Installation
Figure 11. Front Hitch Mounting Brackets
A. Drive Shaft
B. Support Bracket
C. Front Hitch
D. Capscrews,
3/8-16 x 3/4

INSTALL LONG DRIVE SHAFT

1. Slide the drive shaft (A, Figure 11) in from the front.
Line up the support bracket (B) with the front hitch
(C). Simultaneously line up the the locking collar of
the drive shaft (A, Figure 12) with the gear drive of
the transmission (B).
2. Slide the support bracket (B, Figure 11) in to the front
hitch (C) about 1/2". Connect the locking collar (A,
Figure 12). Pull back on the locking collar (A) and
slide the drive shaft fully onto the transmission (B).
Release the locking collar and pull back on the drive
shaft until the locking collar locks onto the shaft.
4. Slide the support bracket (B, Figure 11) all the way
into the front hitch (C). The support bracket (B)
should be touching the front hitch. Tighten cap-
screws (D).
Note: If the support bracket does not touch the front hitch
(C, Figure 11) loosen the set collars (F) carriage bolts
and nuts (E) holding the bearing holders. Slide the
bracket to the front hitch (C) and tighten the set collars
(F) carriage bolts and nuts (E). Secure the bracket with
the capscrews.
A
E. Carriage Bolts & Nuts
F. Set Collars
F
E
B
E
A
Figure 12. Attachment Lift Extension
A. Drive Shaft Locking Collar
B. Transmission Shaft
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C
D
B