SPINDLE INSPECTION:
Spindles are equipped with two roller ball bearings. Adjustment is set by
Periodically inspect blade spindles by grasping blade, and moving from side to side. If any free play is noted, replace or repair.
SPINDLE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL:
Remove blade from spindle.
Remove belt shield. Loosen 4 bolts that hold gearbox to mount. Loosen 1/2”x 3 1/2”tapboltsandslidegearboxtowardfrontuntilbeltiseasytoremove.
Remove belt.
Remove 4 bolts attaching spindle assembly to mower frame and remove as a unit, since pulley will come out through the hole in the deck.
SPINDLE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION:
Reverse above procedure. Be sure spindle mounting area of deck is clean of any foreign material before attaching spindle assembly.
SPINDLE REPAIR:
Spindle repair requires special skills and tools. If your shop is not properly equipped or your mechanics are not properly trained in this type of repair, you may be time and money ahead to use a new spindle assembly.
Remove pulley from spindle assembly. Place assembly in press and force spindle down through housing. Once pressed apart, replace bearings, as removal will have damaged bearings internally.
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