Snapper M26 Series Lawn Sweeper User Manual


 
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Installation
Install Long Drive Shaft
1. Slide the drive shaft (A, Figure 1) in from the front.
Line up the support bracket (B) with the front hitch
(C). Simultaneously line up 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 1) in to the
front hitch (C) about 1/2”. Connect the locking
collar (A, Figure 2). 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 1) all the way
into the front hitch (C). The support bracket (B)
should be touching the front hitch. Tighten
capscrews (D).
Note: If the support bracket does not touch the front hitch
(C, Figure 1) 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.
Figure 1
A. Drive Shaft
B. Support Bracket
C. Front Hitch
D. Capscrews, 3/8-16 x 3/4
E. Carriage Bolts and Nuts
F. Set Collars
Figure 2
A. Drive Shaft Locking Collar
B. Transmission Shaft
OPERATION SECTION
INSTALLATION
A
F
E
D
C
B
E
B
A