REAR DECK
BRACKET SLOTS
DECK
DECK SUPPORT
PIN DISENGAGED
Figure 51
7.Carefully guide the tractor inplement lift links (left and right) into the rear deck bracket slots (left and right) as the tractor implement lift handle is lowered to its lowest setting (Refer to Figure 52).
8.Pull both deck support pins outward and rotate rearward to disengage the outer surface ot the rear deck brackets. Release the pins, making certain each deck support pin passes through the inner hole of the rear deck bracket. The spring tension will push the pins inward and, if aligned, through the hole in each implement lift link (Refer to Figure 52).
IMPLEMENT |
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LIFT LINKS | LIFT LINK HOLE | |
(BOTH SIDES) | ||
(BOTH SIDES) | ||
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NOTE
It may be necessary to lift each side of the deck and maneuver it slightly to align the support pins with the holes of the lift links. Make certain the support pins are fully extended through the lift links to prevent the mower deck from disengaging the lift links while mowing.
WARNING
The deck idler arm lever is spring loaded. Release it slowly.
9.Disengage the deck idler arm lever from its stop bracket and release the spring tension by rotating the lever out and rearward (Refer to Figure 53).
LEVER STOP
BRACKET
IDLER ARM
LEVER
Figure 53
WARNING
The exhaust system is HOT. To avoid personal injury, allow the engine and exhaust system to cool before proceeding with the following PTO belt installation instructions.
DECK SUPPORT
PIN ENGAGED
SLOT IN REAR DECK BRACKET
10. Install the forward end of the PTO belt on the PTO |
clutch pulley by passing the belt upward inside the |
front of the tractor frame. Ensure that the narrow |
side of the PTO belt engages the groove of the |
Figure 52
clutch pulley (Refer to Figure 54). |
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