Mower Installation & Removal - Simplicity 5200 Series Operator's Manual

Mower Installation &
Removal
A
WARNING
Engage the parking brake, disengage
the PTO, stop the engine and remove
the key before attempting to install or
remove the mower.
NOTE
The lift chain (E, figure 1) should be
connected to the rear hole in lift arm
(D) unless optional large lift lever (B,
figure 8) is used to raise mower. With
large lift lever, connect chain in for¬
ward hole.
INSTALLATION
1. Place the tractor and mower on a flat,
level surface, such as concrete, with the
mower on the right side of the tractor.
2. Insert the end of the PTO rod (A, figure
1) from the right-hand side and work
the "S" bend (C) around until rod
appears as in figure 1.
3. Using the mower height control lever
(F, figure 7), place the mower in lowest
Figure 1. PTO Rod Connection (42"
mower shown)
A. PTO Rod D. Lift Bracket
B. PTO Arm E. Chain
C. "S" Bend
cutting height.
4. Turn the front wheels toward the left.
5. Place the lift lever fully forward so that
lift arm (B, figure 2) is in lowest posi¬
tion.
6. Slide the mower under the tractor so
that the lift chain (C, figure 2) is under
the lift arm (B).
7. Insert the link (A) into lift arm (B) then
pivot back and down. Secure chain (C)
to clevis (D) with pin (E) and clip (F).
(Early models are equipped with a
simple hook instead of clevis assembly
shown in figure 2.) If chain has four
links, be sure to use only three links.
8. Lift up front of mower and insert pins
(F, figure 3) to attach mower hitch arms
to tractor hitch (E). (You can insert a
pry bar under front edge of deck to
raise.)
Figure 2. Lift Assembly
A. Lift Link C. Chain E. Pin
B. Lift Arm D. Clevis F. Clip
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