Simplicity 5100251-00, 5300011, 5300025, 5300026, 1692939 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S

MANUAL

FAST-Vac Grass Collection System

48" Collection System 61" Collection System

Contains: Contains:
Mfg. No. Description Mfg. No. Description

3063374 FAST-Vac Blower 3063374 FAST-Vac Blower
5300017 Bagger Mount Adapter 5046864 3-Bag Hood & Mount

5046864 3-Bag Hood & Mount 5300027 Blower Mount
5300025 Blower Mount 5046869 Weight Mount

5300011 Weight Mount 1692939 50 Ibs. Weight (3)
1692939 50 Ibs. Weight (3)

52" Collection System

Contains:
Mfg. No. Description

3063374 FAST-Vac Blower
5300017 Bagger Mount Adapter

5046864 3-Bag Hood & Mount
5300026 Blower Mount

5300011 Weight Mount
1692939 50 Ibs. Weight (3)

5100251-00

Rev 6/2005

TP 100-7235-00-AT-S

TableofContents

SAFETY RULES & INFORMATION ..................... 2

Safety Decals .......................................................... 3

GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........... 4

Before Operation ..................................................... 4

Mowing with the Double / Triple Catcher ................ 4

After Operation ........................................................ 5

Storing the Grass Catcher ...................................... 5

Mowing Without the Blower .................................... 5

INSTALLATION ..................................................... 6

Blower Assembly ..................................................... 6

Mower Deck Preparation ........................................ 8

Blower Installation................................................. 11

Collector Installation.............................................. 13

Weight Mount Installation...................................... 17

BLOWER & COLLECTOR REMOVAL ............... 19

Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control
of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment.
This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.

The triangle ,d_ in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.

A GENERAL WARNINGS

• Know the mower controls, safety rules and how to
stop quickly. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE

MOWER OPERATOR'S MANUAL.

• Read and obey all safety decals.

• Wear appropriate ear, eye and breathing protection.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with

the instructions, to operate the unit.

• Disengage the electric clutch (PTO). Shut off the
engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before

attaching, adjusting, or disconnecting any part of the
collection system.

• Check the collection system to make sure it is bolted

tightly to the rider.

• DO NOT operate the mower without either the entire
grass catcher or the deflector in place.

• Turn off the PTO switch to disengage the blades

when not mowing.

• DO NOT mow in reverse. Always look down and
behind before and while travelling in reverse.

• DO NOT turn sharply when travelling alongside a
building or any object. Slow down before turning.

• DO NOT carry passengers on the rider.

• When blower assembly is removed from the mower

deck, the deflector must be properly installed.

SafetyRules& Information

• Collector bags are subject to deterioration and wear
during normal use. Inspect the bag periodically for
tears, holes or weak spots and replace with a new
bag that meets manufacturer's durability standards.

• If the mower stalls or the turbo blower chute plugs:

1. Disengage the electric clutch (PTO);

2. Stop the engine and remove the key;

3. Set the parking brake, and wait for all moving

parts to stop.

4. Remove the foreign object or clear the chute with

a piece of wood before restarting the engine.

NEVER place hands into blower housing to
clear jammed object. Blower may rotate when
object is removed.

• For added rider stability and to prevent tipping or loss
of control:

a,

Use reduced speed on uneven ground and when

turning corners.

b,

Reduce loads on hillsides. It is recommended that

the collection system be kept no more than half
full when negotiating any slopes. Start mowing on
slopes when the collection system is empty.

c. Mow across the face of slopes; not up and down.

• Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6% (10°).

SAFETY DECALS

SafetyDecals

This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro-
vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect
from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment

manufacturing.

Although reading this manual and the safety instructions

it contains will provide you with the necessary basic

knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effec-
tively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to

remind you of this important information while you are

operating your unit.

Decal - Danger / Warning

Part No. 5046850

All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional
messages on your rider and mower should be carefully
read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when

these instructions are not followed. The information is for
your safety and it is important! The safety decals below

are on your rider and mower.

If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace them

at once. See your local dealer for replacements.
These labels are easily applied and will act as a con-

stant visual reminder to you, and others who may use
the equipment, to follow the safety instructions neces-
sary for safe, effective operation.

m /

C LADEi

Donotoperatemower /"

withoutdeflect0ror entire /."

grasscatcherinplace. _"

Decal - Danger, Rotating Blades
Part No. 1704277

Decal - Warning

Part No. 5046851

Decal - Warning

Part No. 1704405

Decal - Warning
Part No. 5046883

u E e U G Iss I Ise c

Decal - Warning

* Not a replacement part, permanently
affixed to the bag.

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Decal - Ear Protection
Part No. 7027733

GeneralOperatingInstructions

BEFORE OPERATION

Clear the lawn of all sticks, stones, wire and other debris
which may be caught or thrown by the mower blades.

Check grass condition. If wet, wait until later in the day.

If grass is wet, the grass catcher is likely to become

plugged.

For efficient bagging, air circulation under the

mower deck, through the chute and into the bag is

very important.

For this reason, BEFORE YOU BEGIN MOWING you

should make certain the underside of the mower and
the underside of the catcher lid are free from grass and

debris.
Make sure that there is a snug fit between mower

deck, blower housing, tubes, and grass catcher cover.

MOWING WITH THE DOUBLE/TRIPLE
CATCHER

Always operate with throttle at full speed when mowing.

Always wear hearing protection when operating
grass catcher.

Grass should be cut often, and not too short. If grass is

too long or lush it may be necessary to keep ground

speed to a minimum or to cut only half the width of the
mower to prevent clogging. If grass is long, operate with
mower in high cutting position for first pass, cutting again
in a lower position on a second pass.

Do not open the cover with mower engaged.

If a large amount of cut grass is spilling out from under
deck, the tube may be plugged or the bags may be full.
Discontinue mowing, stop the rider, disengage the PTO
and then empty the catcher or clear the tube.

tLWARNING

ALWAYS shut off the tractor. Disengage the PTO,
and allow all moving parts to stop BEFORE

disconnecting or clearing tube, or emptying
catcher.

Before leaving the operator's position for any
reason, engage the parking brake, disengage the

PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.

To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, rider and

mower free of grass, leaves and excess grease.
Do not stop or park rider over dry leaves, grass or

combustible materials.

CAUTION

This machine produces sound levels in

excess of 85 dBA at the operator's ear and

can cause hearing loss though extended

periods of exposure.

Wear hearing protection when operating this

machine.

AFTER OPERATION

Remove any debris from the the screen on the under-

side of the lid. Note: The lid screen can be partially

removed for easier cleaning and should be cleaned reg-

ularly.

The blower housing and tube should be removed for

cleaning.

Inspect the grass bags for wear or damage. Make sure
that there is a snug fit between mower deck, blower

housing, tubes, and grass catcher cover.

STORING THE GRASS CATCHER

Clean the grass catcher thoroughly using a mild deter-

gent (other products may damage the tube). Remove

any debris from the the screen on the underside of the

lid. The screen can be partially removed for easier clean-

ing.

If paint has been scratched on metal parts, touch up

with paint, or apply a thin film of oil to prevent corrosion.

GeneralOperatinginstructions

Store in a dry area. Hang the catcher and catcher bags
to dry thoroughly before storing for a long period of time.

Always store away from moisture.

MOWING WITHOUT THE BLOWER

For operation without the blower, the deflector must be

properly installed in the down position.

To remove the blower, see BLOWER & COLLECTOR

REMOVAL on page 19.

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BlowerAssembly

1. Remove the existing 5/16-18 x 5/8" flange head bolts
(B, Figure 1) from the blower housing (A).

2. Install the blower mount plate (C) onto the blower
housing and reinstall the 5/16-18 x 5/8" flange head
bolts. Tighten securely.

3. Install three (3) 3/8-16 x 1" bolts and nylon lock nuts
(D) through the blower mount plate and blower. The

bolt heads must be installed on the inside of the
blower housing.

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Figure 1. Install Blower Mount Plate

A. Blower Housing
B. 5/16-18 x 5/8" Bolts (existing)

C. Blower Mount Plate
D. 3/8-16 x 1" Bolts & Nylon Lock Nuts (3X)

4. Loop the idler spring (A, Figure 2) through the 1/4" x

2" eyebolt (B). Install the eyebolt through the L-

bracket on the blower mount and install the 1/4-20
nylock flange nut (C). Tighten the nut until the eye-

bolt contacts the L-bracket.

Figure 2. Install Idler Spring

A. Idler Spring
B. 1/4" x 2" Eyebolt

C. 1/4-20 Nylock Flange Nut

BlowerAssembly

5. Remove the blower belt guard and set aside.

6. Install the impeller drive pulley (A, Figure 3) onto the
impeller shaft (B) as described in Figure 3. Install

the 1/4" x 1-1/2" long key (not shown) in the pulley.

7. Align the pulley groove with the appropriate slot as

described in Figure 3. Tighten the set screws in the

pulley.

8. Reposition the 3/8-16 x 6" bolt if required to line up

with the pulley groove.

Inner Slot

Figure 3.

/[ Y

Hub pointing IN:
48" Model

Install Impeller Drive Pulley

Flub pointing OUT:
52" Model
61" Model

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Align pulley groove
with slot (outer slot
with pulley hub in

OR inner slot with

pulley hub out)

Outer Slot

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Check the position of the idler pulley (A, Figure 4).

The position must be aligned with the position of the

pulley (outer row of holes for pulley hub pointing in,
inner row of holes for pulley hub pointing out).
Reposition if necessary.

Outer

_ _lnner Row

Figure 4. Check Idler Pulley Position

A. Idler Pulley

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MowerDeckPreparation

Remove the Discharge Chute

1. Remove the discharge chute (A, Figure 5), chute
mount rod (B), torsion spring (C), 5/16" fender wash-
er (D), spring spacer (E) and all mounting hardware.

2. Save the spring, fender washer, spacer as they will
be used later when the blower is removed.

3. Remove the deck guard (F). Save the bolts and

washers, as they will be required in a later step.

Figure 5. Remove Chute & Guard

A. Discharge Chute
B. Chute Mount Rod

C. Torsion Spring
D. 5/16" Fender Washer

E. Spring Spacer
R Deck Guard

4. Examine the discharge chute mount bracket on the
mower deck (see Figure 6). If the hole pattern looks
like the one shown, you must drill a 3/8" hole in the
location specified in Figure 6.

Figure 6. Discharge Chute Mount

Remove the Spindle Belt

Citation Series:

,

Using a 1/2" breaker bar, place the square end in the
square hole located in the end of the idler arm (A,
Figures 7). Carefully rotate the breaker bar clock-

wise, which will relieve the tension on the belt exert-

ed from the idler arm.

,

Slide the drive belt over the edge of the stationary
idler pulley (B). Carefully release the tension on the
breaker bar. Remove the belt from the right-hand
(discharge side) spindle pulley.

Stallion Series:

,

Using a 1/2" breaker bar, place the square end in the
square hole located in the end of the idler arm (A,
Figures 8). Carefully rotate the breaker bar counter-

clockwise, which will relieve the tension on the belt

exerted from the idler arm.

,

Slide the drive belt over the edge of the stationary
idler pulley (B). Carefully release the tension on the
breaker bar. Remove the belt from the right-hand
(discharge side) spindle pulley.

MowerDeckPreparation

Figure 7. Mower PTO Belt

A. Idler Arm
B. Stationary Idler Pulley

AWARNING

Use extreme caution when rotating the idler arm
with the breaker bar, due to the increased tension
in the spring as the idler arm is being rotated.
Injury may result if the breaker bar is prematurely
released while the spring is under tension.

Figure 8. Mower PTO Belt

A. Idler Arm
B. Stationary Idler Pulley

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MowerDeckPreparation

Remove the Spindle Pulley

1. Remove the 3/4-16 hex nut & 3/4" spring washer (A
& B, Figure 9) securing the spindle pulley (C) to the
spindle shaft. Use a 1" wrench on the flats of the
blade end of the spindle shaft to prevent the shaft

from spinning. Save the 1/4" key (D).

Figure 9. Remove Spindle Pulley

A. 3/4-16 Hex Nut
B. 3/4" Spring Washer

C. Spindle Pulley
D. 1/4" Key

Install the Double Spindle Pulley

1. Install the double spindle pulley (C, Figure 10) and
1/4" key (D) onto the spindle shaft.

2. Install the 3/4" spring washer (B) with the cone facing
up (see insert, Figure 10). Install the 3/4-16 hex nut
(A) and torque to 85-90 ft. Ibs (115-122 Nm). Use a
1" wrench on the flats of the blade end of the spindle
shaft to prevent the shaft from spinning.

Reinstall the Spindle Belt

Refer to the belt removal instructions on Page 9 and

reverse the order for reinstalling the belt.

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Figure 10. Install Double Spindle Pulley

A. 3/4-16 Hex Nut
B. 3/4" Spring Washer

C. Double Spindle Pulley
D. 1/4" Key

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Install the Deck Guard

1. Install the new deck guard onto the mower deck and
secure with the hardware previously removed (see
Figure 11).

Figure 11. Install Guard

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BlowerInstallation

, Install the blower onto the mower deck. Refer to

Figure 12 for the position of the quick pins in relation-
ship to the chute mount bracket on the mower deck.

The quick pins fit into the same holes that the chute

mount rod was installed.

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48" & 52" Decks

61" Deck

Figure 12. Install Blower On Deck

2. Install the blower drive belt. Refer to Figure 13 for
the proper belt routing. It may be required to loosen
the idler pulley mounting hardware to get the belt

past the belt keeps.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The gray area denotes the flat side
of the belt. V-side of belt must contact v-groove pulleys,
flat side of belt must contact flat pulleys.

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Figure 13. Install Belt

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BlowerInstallation

3. Check the belt tension by measuring the distance
from the center of the v-idler pulley (A, Figure 14)

mounting bolt and the blower housing. This should
measure between 3 - 3-3/8" (7,6 - 8,6 cm).

4. If measurement falls outside of this range, you must

move the idler pulley (B) either forward or back to

achieve the proper belt tension.

NOTE: If pulley position needs to be adjusted, make
sure that it is reinstalled in the same row of holes as

determined in the blower assembly (Step 9, page 7).

Figure 14. Check Belt Tension

A. V-Idler Pulley
B. Idler Pulley

5. Install the blower belt guard (A, Figure 15) and

secure with the flange head bolts previously
removed.

6. Install the deck guard top (B) and secure with the

supplied knobs (C).

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Figure 15. Install Guards

A. Blower Belt Guard
B. Deck GuardTop

C. Knob

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Install Mount Plate

(Citation Models)

1. Install the adapter plate (A, Figure 16) onto the
mount plate (B) and secure with the 3/8-16 x 1" bolts
(C) and 3/8-16 nylock flange nuts (D).

2. Install the mount plate onto the bumper.

3. Install the mount spacers (E) between the adapter
plate and mount plate, as shown, and loosely secure

with the 3/8-16 x 2-1/2" bolts (F) and 3/8-16 nylock
flange nuts (D).

4. Install the 3/8" U-bolts (G) on the bottom bumper

tube and through the mount plate. Loosely install the

3/8-16 nylock flange nuts (D).

5. Center the mount plate, side-to-side, on the bumper

tubes and tighten hardware securely.

Collectorinstallation

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Figure 16. Install Mount Plate - Citation

A. Adapter Plate
B. Mount Plate

C. 3/8-16 x 1" Bolts
D. 3/8-16 Nylock Flange Nuts

E. Mount Spacers
F. 3/8-16 x 2-1/2" Bolts

G. 3/8" U-Bolts

Install Mount Plate

(Stallion Models)

1. Install the mount plate (A, Figure 17) on the bumper
using four 3/8-16 x 1" bolts (B) and 3/8-16 flange
nuts (C). Tighten hardware securely.

Figure 16. Install Mount Plate - Stallion

A. Mount Plate
B. 3/8-16 x 1" Bolts

C. 3/8-16 Flange Nuts

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Collectorinstallation

Assemble Back Plate & Mount Frame

1. Attach the back plate (A, Figure 18) to the mount
frame (B) using carriage bolts, flat washers, and

nuts. Use two 5/16-18 x 3/4" carriage bolts (D) in the

top two holes, and two 5/16-18 x 1-1/4" carriage

bolts (E) in the bottom holes.

2. Install the cover latch (H, Figure 18) and reinforce-
ment plate (G). Secure with two 5/16-18 x 3/4" bolts
(F), and 5/16-18 serrated flange nuts (J).

3. Mount the back plate to the support assembly and
secure with the long hitch pin (K, Figure 18) and hair

pin clip (L).

Figure 18. Install Back Plate

A. Back Plate
B. Mount Frame

C. 5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nuts
D. 5/16-18 x 3/4 Carriage Bolts
E. 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Carriage Bolts

F. 5/16-18 x 1 Bolts
G. Latch Reinforcement Plate
H. Cover Latch
I. 5/16" Flat Washers

J. 5/16-18 Serrated Flange Nuts
K. Hitch Pin

L. Hair Pin Clip

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Figure 19. Install Deflector & Hose

Collectorinstallation

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G. Hose, 55" Long
H. Lower Hose Clamp

Install Deflector & Hose

1. Install the deflector (A, Figure 19) and hose adapter
(D), with the tube pointing down, to the back plate

and secure with four 5/16-18 x 1" bolts (E), 5/16"
washers (C) and 5/16-18 nylon lock nuts (B).

2. Install the hose (G) onto the blower and secure with
the removable clamp (with knob) (H). At least two

bands must cover the outlet of the blower.

3. Cut the hose to fit properly between the blower and
collector. At least two bands must cover the inlet of

the adapter (D). Secure with the stationary clamp

(F)

4. Remove the valve stem covers and increase the rear
drive tire air pressure to 22 psi (151 kPa). Reinstall

the valve stem covers.

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Collectorinstallation

Install Cover

1. See Figure 20. Hook the bags (A) on the back plate
(B). Note: If desired, the bags can be lined with 30

gallon trash bags for easy disposal

2. See Figure 21. Set the cover (A) on top of the bags
(B) and align the hinges (C).

3. See Figure 22. Install the hinge pins (B) through the

the hinges (C) and secure with a hair pin clip (D).

NOTE: Push the hair pin clip all the way on or it will be
bent by the hinge when the cover is opened.

4. Secure the cover by connecting the rubber strap to

the cover latch (H, Figure 23).

Figure 20. Install the Bags

A. Bags
B. Back Plate

Figure 21. Install Cover

A. Cover
B. Bags

C. Hinges

Figure 22. Install Hinge Pins

A. Cover C. Hinge
B. Hinge Pin D. Hair Pin Clip

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Install Weight Carrier

1. Install the weight carrier (A, Figure 23) onto the front
of the unit and secure with the 1/2-20 x 1-1/4" bolts

(B), 1/2" washers (C) and 1/2-20 nylon lock nuts (D).

NOTE: Use outer holes in the weight carrier for the
IS1500Z Series (shown) and the inner holes for the

IS4500Z Series.

2. Install the counter weights (E) in the weight carrier
and secure with the retaining pin (F) and hairpin clips

(G).

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WeightMountInstallation

(CitationSeries)

Figure 23. Install Weight Carrier

A. Weight Carrier
B. 1/2-20 x 1-1/4" Bolt

C. 1/2" SAE Washer
D. 1/2-20 Nylon Lock Nut

E. Weight
E Retaining Pin

G. Hairpin Clip

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WeightMountInstallation

(StallionSeries)

Install Weight Mount Rack

1. Measure and mark the front main frame tubes to the
dimensions shown in Figure 24.

2. Using a 3/8" drill bit, drill one (1) hole in each of the
main frame tubes from the outside surface of the

tube.

Figure 24. Hole Location

3. Slide the weight mount rack into the main frame

tubes and align with the holes drilled through the
frame (see Figure 25). It may require you drive the
arms into the frame tubes using a wooden block and

hammer.

4. Finish drilling through the opposite wall of the frame

tubes using the weight rack as a guide.

5. Install the 3/8" bolts from the inside of the frame rail

and fasten securely with the nylon lock nuts.

6. Install the counter weights supplied with the grass

collector on the weight mount rack (see Figure 26).

7. Install the weight retainer rod through the weight
mount rack and secure with the hairpin clips (see
Figure 26).

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Figure 25. Weight Rack Installation

Figure 26. Weight & Retainer Rod Installation

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1. Remove the knobs (A, Figure 27) securing the deck
guard top (B) to the deck guard.

2. Pull the blower idler arm lever (C) forward to release
the belt tension and remove the belt from the spindle

pulley.

3. Reinstall the deck guard top and secure with the

knobs.

Blower& CollectorRemoval

Figure 27. Remove Belt

A. Knob
B. Deck GuardTop

C. Idler Arm Lever

4. Loosen the lower clamp securing the hose to the

blower outlet and remove the hose from the blower.
See Figure 28.

5. Pull the quick pins on the blower mount and remove
the blower from the mower deck.

Figure 28. Remove Hose

A. Lower Clamp

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Blower& CollectorRemoval

6. Reinstall the discharge chute (A, Figure 29), torsion
spring (B), 5/16" fender washer (C), spring spacer
(D) and secure with the supplied quick attach rod (E)

and hairpin clips (F).

7. Empty the grass collector bags and reinstall in the
bagger frame.

Figure 29. Reinstall Discharge Chute

A. Discharge Chute
B. Torsion Spring

C. 5/16" Fender Washer
D. Spring Spacer

E. Quick Attach Rod
E Hairpin Clip

8. Remove the hitch pin (A, Figure 30) and hair pin clip
(B) securing the mount frame (C) to the mount plate.

9. Lift the bagger unit up and off of the mount plate.

Figure 30. Remove Hitch Pins

A. Hitch Pin
B. Hair Pin Clip

C. Mount Frame

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