Ferris 5049751 Installation Instructions

Installation

Instructions
This kit will install a trailer hitch on the rear
bumper.

Kit Contents:

Part No. Qty. Description
2849754 1 Trailer Hitch Plate
2849791 1 Support Plate
5049753 1
Warning Decal
7091497 2 3/8-16 x 1-1/2"Bolt
7091297 2
3/8-16 Hex Nylon Lock Nut
7090122 4
3/8" SAE Washer

WARNING

Before beginning any service work turn off the
PTO, set the parking brake, turn off the ignition,
and disconnect the spark plug wire(s).

Tools Required:

(1) Drill & 7/16" drill bit
(1) 3/8" drive ratchet & 9/16" socket
(1) 9/16" combination wrench
(1) Prick punch & hammer
(1) Marker or pencil
(1) Vise-Grip clamp or C-clamp
INSTALLATION
1. Locate the holes on the bottom edge of the bumper.
If the bumper does not have pre-existing holes, con-
tinue with Step 2. If the bumper has holes, skip to
Step 4.
2. Place the hitch plate (A, Figure 1) on the bottom
edge of the bumper. Center the plate side-to-side,
and flush with the inside edge. Clamp in place.
3. Using the holes in the hitch plate as a template,
mark the bumper with either a prick punch or mark-
er/pencil. Remove the mounting plate and drill 7/16"
holes through the bumper.
4. Install the tow hitch plate and support plate (C & D
Figure 2) on the bumper and install the 3/8-16 x 1-
1/2" bolts, washers and flange nuts (A,B & E).
Tighten hardware securely.
5. Clean the outside surface of the bumper, between
the hitch plate and rear shield with a mild cleaning
solution to remove any dirt or grease and dry. Apply
the warning decal as shown in Figure 3.
© Copyright 2004 Ferris Industries. All Rights Reserved.
Trailer Hitch Kit
Part No. 5049751
Fits Simplicity:
1694454
1694455
1694460
A
Figure 1. Clamp Hitch Plate In Place
A. Hitch Plate
B
D
C
B
A
Figure 2. Install Hitch Plate
A. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2" Bolts
B. 3/8" SAE Washers
C. Hitch Plate
Figure 3. Install Warning Decal
Fits Snapper:
5091000
5091001
Flush
E
D. Support Plate
E. 3/8-16 Nylon Lock Nuts
Rev. 4/2004
TP 200-7153-00-SK-SN
49752