Changing PTO Stub Shaft
CAUTION:
Avoid personal injury. PTO shaft may be hot from operation. Allow shaft to cool before changing.
NOTE:
Rotate the ends of the snap ring to align with flat surface of the shaft.
Remove snap ring (A) and pull out PTO stub shaft (B).
Clean stub shaft thoroughly, coat splines with John Deere High-Temperature/Extreme-Pressure/Non-Clay grease to prevent rust and install into housing.
540 rpm shaft
- rotate shaft back and forth while installing, to ensure shaft is properly seated in housing; continue to push shaft in while installing snap ring.
1000 rpm shaft
- rotate shaft back and forth while installing until engagement is felt.
NOTE:
Shaft is properly engaged when shaft turns with high effort.
Install snap ring in groove to retain PTO stub shaft.
IMPORTANT:
Clean bore (C) thoroughly when installing PTO shaft for 1000 rpm use. Damage to PTO may result if bore is not clean.
NOTE:
A flattened area on the stub shaft facilitates removal and installation of the snap ring.
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