General Information - Simplicity Broadmotor Series Service & Repair Manual

GENERAL
WARNING
Before beginning any service work, turn the PTO
off, set the parking brake, turn the ignition switch
off, remove the key, disconnect the spark plug
wire, and disconnect the negative battery cable.
The following repair information may be used to inspect
and/or repair the 217 Series or 227 Series Torque
Generator. The 217 Series was used in the Landlord /
1700 / 2700 Series tractors equipped with power steer-
ing.
Tools Required:
- Ratchet Wrench
- 5/16 inch thin walled 12 point drive or 6 point drive
(E10) socket
- Small screwdriver (6,3 mm [1/4 inch] flat blade)
- Small breaker bar or ratchet wrench
- Torque wrench (28 Nm [250 in-lb] capacity)
9 Torque Generator Repair
The following procedures may be used to completely dis-
assemble and reassemble the 217, and 227 Series
Torque Generators.
It is recommended that the torque generator be thor-
oughly cleaned before any repairs are attempted. When
cleaning, be sure all open ports are sealed.
Although not all drawings show the torque generator in a
vise or on a bench, we recommend that you follow
instructions in the steps as to the placement of parts
whether it be in a vice or on the bench.
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General Information