Attaching A Trailer; Catcher Installation & Removal - Briggs & Stratton 2609762 Operator's Manual

Operating the Tractor

Attaching a Trailer

NOTE: Remove the hopper to attach a trailer.
The maximum horizontal drawbar force allowed is 444 Newton.
The maximum vertical drawbar force is 222 Newton. This
equates to a 396 lbs (180 kg) trailer on a 10 degree hill. Secure
the trailer with an appropriately sized clevis pin (A, Figure 5) and
clip (B).
A
B
3'4"
(1m)
Figure 5. Trailer Weight Recommendations
A. Clevis Pin
B. Clip
10˚
20' (6m)
Catcher Removal AND Installation
WARNING
Do not operate the unit without the hopper or deflector
in place.
1. Move the catcher removal knob (C, Figure 6) forward to
unlock the catcher from the rear support arms.
2. Depress the catcher dump lock pedal (A).
3. Use the catcher lever (B) to open the catcher slightly.
4. Lift the catcher off the rear support arms.
5. Install in reverse order of removal. To assist installing the
catcher, be sure to line up the alignment marks on the
catcher and rear of the tractor.
3
Figure 6. Emptying the Hopper
A. Catcher Dump Pedal
B. Catcher Lever
C. Catcher Lock Knob
18
B
4
C
1
2
A