2. Lower the stand. Install the pin through the upper
set of holes in the stand and tube (Figure 5). Secure
the pin.
3. Stand the blower up on the castor wheels and stand
(storage position).
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Mounting the Debris Blower to
the Traction Unit
Parts needed for this procedure:
6
Bolts (7/16 x 3 inches)
6
Locknut (7/16 inch)
12
Washer
Procedure
1. Position the traction unit in line with the rear of the
debris blower.
2. Slide the blower into the attachment frame arms and
loosely secure it using 6 bolts (7/16 x 3 inches), 6
locknuts (7/16 inch), and 12 washers (Figure 6).
Figure 6
3. Tighten all fasteners securely.
4. Remove the snapper pin securing the stand to the
tube on the blower frame.
5. Raise the stand. Install the pin through the lower set
of holes in the stand and tube. Secure the pin.
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Installing the Drive Shaft
Parts needed for this procedure:
1
Drive shaft
1
Roll pin
2
Bolt, 5/16 x 1–1/2 inches
2
Locknut, 5/16 inch
Procedure
DANGER
The PTO shaft rotates with enough force to cause
serious injury.
Do not start the engine and engage the PTO when
the PTO shaft is not connected to the blower shaft.
1. Loosen the (3) capscrews securing the belt guard to
the blower frame (Figure 7). Remove the belt guard.
Figure 7
1.
Belt guard
2.
PTO shaft
2. Connect the female half of the drive shaft to the
traction unit PTO, if not already installed.
3. Slide the male end of the drive shaft into the female
half of the drive shaft.
4. Install the other end of the male drive shaft to the
blower shaft, securing it with a roll pin and 2 bolts
(5/16 x 1-1/2 inches) and locknuts (5/16 inch)
(Figure 8). Torque the bolts and nuts to 200 in-lb
(22.5 N-m).
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