Ariens 992235 Manual Do Utilizador
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Note: Support the mower deck on blocks or jack stands
before disconnecting links from mower lift arms to
prevent the deck from falling.
before disconnecting links from mower lift arms to
prevent the deck from falling.
2. Remove hardware retaining foot plate and remove.
3. Raise the deck to the transport position and
disconnect the lift assist springs (6) from the mower
lift arms (1) on each side of the deck.
lift arms (1) on each side of the deck.
4. Slowly lower the deck to its lowest position.
5. Remove hardware retaining all four mower lift links
(2) from mower lift arms.
6. Remove the rear mower mounting pins (4)
connecting the mower mounting arms (3) to the
deck.
deck.
7. Slide mower deck out from under unit.
8. Remove front right and left lift arms.
9. From below front foot plate loosely install cradle
10. Using cradle plate as a template, mark off an area
at least 3/4" from the edge of the cradle plate in all
areas to be welded (see Weld Guide on page 4).
areas to be welded (see Weld Guide on page 4).
11. Remove the cradle plate and hardware.
12. Fully remove the paint in the marked areas (see
figure 3 on page 2). Take care not to remove any
steel. Clean area thoroughly prior to welding.
steel. Clean area thoroughly prior to welding.
13. Mount and install cradle plate (item 1) using two 1/2
bolts (item 2), two flat washers (item 3), and two
flange nuts (item 4). Ensure that cradle plate is
centered and properly aligned before tightening
hardware (see Weld Guide on page 4).
flange nuts (item 4). Ensure that cradle plate is
centered and properly aligned before tightening
hardware (see Weld Guide on page 4).
14. Using C-clamps and/or locking pliers ensure that all
four welding surfaces are mated properly.
15. Weld the cradle plate into position using the weld
guide (see Weld Guide on page 4). If the deck is
still mounted to the tractor protect it with a welding
blanket.
still mounted to the tractor protect it with a welding
blanket.
CAUTION: The paint on the frame can catch fire and
continue to burn if it becomes too hot. Be prepared to
extinguish flame immediately if it begins to burn. To keep
welding zones cooler, alternate between different areas
or allow frame to cool between weld beads.
continue to burn if it becomes too hot. Be prepared to
extinguish flame immediately if it begins to burn. To keep
welding zones cooler, alternate between different areas
or allow frame to cool between weld beads.
16. Upon completion of welding allow frame to cool
completely.
17. Dress welds as necessary and clean all areas
completely with isopropyl alcohol.
18. Coat all welds an unprotected steel with galvanizing
primer (item 7). Follow application instructions on
primer can.
primer can.
19. Coat all welds and unprotected steel with enamel
paint provided with kit.
1. Mower Lift Arm
2. Mower Lift Link
3. Mower Mounting Arm
4. Mower Mounting Pin
5. Mounting Hardware
6. Lift Assist Spring
2. Mower Lift Link
3. Mower Mounting Arm
4. Mower Mounting Pin
5. Mounting Hardware
6. Lift Assist Spring
Figure 2
Figure 3
Remove paint from
all areas to be
welded.
all areas to be
welded.