John Deere — Direct Drive - Flexible Coupling Installation
Installation
From a John Deere service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
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Before you start
- Direction of shaft rotation, as viewed from the shaft side, is counterclockwise for Series PM9200.
Procedure
- Slide coupling ends onto motor or engine and pump shafts as far as possible.
- Mount engine/motor and pump on base; shim up to align shafts.
- Leave enough room between shaft ends to install center disc.
- When aligned, slide ends over disc.
- Select couplings rated for twice required horsepower when using motor; three times when using gas engine.
Specs & values
- Coupling rating: twice required horsepower for electric motor; three times for gas engine.
Source: John Deere service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.