Installation

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.

Preparing the Machine

  1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the parking brake, and disengage the PTO.

  2. Lower the cutting units to the ground.

  3. Shut off the engine, remove the key, wait for all parts to stop moving, and allow the engine to cool.

Installing the Horn

Parts needed for this procedure:

Horn 1
Horn switch 1
Horn button (rubber)1
Bolt (5/16 x 3/4 inch) 1
Flange nut (5/16 inch) 1
Relay1
Fuse1
  1. Install the horn bracket to the tab, under the platform, with a bolt (5/16 x 3/4 inch) and flange nut (5/16 inch) as shown in Figure 1.

    Note: Rotate the horn so it faces toward the back of the machine.

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  2. Insert the horn switch through the hole in the steering-column tower (Figure 2).

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  3. Secure the horn switch to the tower by threading on the rubber horn button (Figure 2).

  4. Remove the 2 screws securing the power-center cover to the frame and remove the cover (Figure 3).

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  5. Install the fuse and relay as shown in Figure 4.

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  6. Install the power-center cover and secure it with the screws (Figure 3).

  7. Locate the wire-harness connectors inside the steering column tower.

  8. Plug the wire-harness connectors labeled HORN into the horn and switch.

  9. Secure the wire harness.

    Note: When routing the wires, ensure that the operation of the tilt steering does not damage the harness or pull on the wires.

  10. Connect the battery; refer to your Operator’s Manual.

Testing the Horn Function

Confirm that the horn sounds when you press the horn button and stops when you release it.

Note: If the horn does not sound, ensure that the wire-harness connectors are secure.