Briggs & Stratton 1687286 - Manual (Page 13)

2-3
Power Steering Conversion Kit
Installation Instructions
NOTE: Read through these instructions, the
SERVICE MANUAL, and OPERATOR’S MANUAL
before beginning installation.
INITIAL ASSEMBLY
Hitch Replacement
1. Remove mower deck. See OPERATOR’S
MANUAL.
2. Remove hitch (A, Figure 1) from mower deck.
Note: Hardware used to attach leveling rod to hitch must
be saved and re-used during reassembly.
3. Remove spring (D, Figure 1) and lever (C) from
original hitch (A).
4. Discard original hitch and mounting hardware used to
attach hitch to mower deck.
5. Install spring (D) and lever (C) to new hitch (B)
removed in step 3.
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).
Front Axle Replacement
1. Remove hood assembly, dash assembly, seat and
seat deck. See SERVICE MANUAL, Section 15 -
Hood & Dashboard Service, and Section 16 - Seat
Deck & Fuel Tank Service.
NOTE: Clean and remove all debris from work area.
2. Disconnect and remove the battery.
3. Block both rear tires to prevent rolling; elevate and
support the front end to allow adequate access for
removal of the front axle.
A
B
D C
Figure 2 Hitch Replacement
A. Original Hitch
B. New Hitch
C. Lever D. Spring
E. Rod F. Push Nut
G. Hitch Pin H. Klik Pin
E
F
G
H
B
6. Install new rod (E, Figure 2) to new hitch (B), and
secure in place with push nut (F).
7. Install new hitch (B) to mower deck using new hitch
pin (G) and secure with klik pin (H).
SEE OPERATOR’S MANUAL.
DANGER
PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH FROM FALLING UNIT
Always use a properly working lifting device with
a capacity suitable for the weight of the unit being
serviced.
Always use a jack stand to support the unit while
performing service and chock remaining wheels
to prevent the unit from rolling off the supports.
Never work under or around an elevated unit that
is not properly supported and secured in position
with wheel chocks.
WARNING
Be careful when handling the battery. Avoid
spilling electrolyte. Keep flames and sparks away
from the battery.
When removing or installing battery cables,
disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect
it LAST. If not done in this order, the positive
terminal can be shorted to the frame by a tool.