Series 1000 and 1500
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• Ether-based starting fluids should not be used,
and may void engine warranties if their use is
detected.
9. MUFFLER REMOVAL
NOTE: There are a variety of mufflers on this
series of tractor depending on the year and
engine of the unit. this chapter will cover a few
different mufflers to give you the basics of muf
-
fler removal on this series.
NOTE: For all tractors, remove the bumper first.
• On units with side panels:
9.1. Remove the hood, side panels and grill.
NOTE: Make sure to disconnect the headlight
harness when you remove the grill and side pan
-
els.
9.2. Remove the self tapping hex cap screws secur-
ing the front frame assembly to the muffler shield
and muffler using a 1/2" socket.
See Figure 9.2.
9.3. Remove the muffler and guard.
NOTE: Muffler slides off of the exhaust pipe. It is
NOT fastened to the pipe.
9.4. Remove the four screws in the top of the muffler
guard. the muffler and muffler guard will now
separate.
9.5. Reassemble in reverse order.
• 1000 Series with one piece hood.
9.6. Remove hood as shown in section 2.
9.7. Remove both hinge brackets. See Figure 9.7.
9.8. Remove the four screws in the sides of the muf-
fler guard. Slide the muffler and muffler guard off
of the exhaust pipe(s).
See Figure 9.8.
NOTE: You may have the tail pipe sticking out of
the left side. If so slide the guard off of it first.
Hex Cap Screws
Muffler Shield
Frame
Figure 9.2
Figure 9.7
Hinge Bracket
Figure 9.8
Muffler Guard
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