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3.1ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR 61" CUTTER DECK
Use the illustrated parts list as a part number reference when following the assembly instructions.
1.Remove all packaging materials. Lay out the mounting hardware and the catcher assembly parts for easy access. Prepare the work area making sure that it is a clean, safe environment.
WARNING
DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT DISCHARGE CHUTE, MULCHING KIT, OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER INSTALLED
2.Remove the discharge chute from the cutter deck. See Figure
Do not discard the discharge chute or mounting hardware. The discharge chute MUST be reinstalled anytime the grass catcher has been removed from the machine.
3.Remove the right side belt cover to gain access to the spindle assembly. Remove the front
Retain the original belt cover. This cover MUST be reinstalled anytime the complete catcher system is removed.
4.Install the grass catcher pulley onto the spindle assembly. Apply loctite to both pulley setscrews and tighten. See Figure
5.Remove the
Front Baffle
61V - 424403
Turbo Baffle
61V - 424212
UNDER SIDE OF
CUTTER DECK SHOWN
FIGURE
Do not discard the original
6.Install the blower mounting bracket to the deck using carriage bolts (p/n
FLATWASHER ![](/images/new-backgrounds/1171551/1715519xi5.webp)
REMOVE DISCHARGE CHUTE AND
HARDWARE
REMOVE
INSTALL PULLEY
ON RH SPINDLE SHAFT -
ON TOP OF EXISTING
SPINDLE DRIVE
PULLEY
REMOVE EXISTING
RT. SIDE BELT
COVER
ELASTIC STOP
NUT
CARRIAGE BOLT
RIGHT SIDE OF
CUTTER DECK SHOWN
(Note: Some parts not shown for viewing purposes.)
Figure 1- GC-STC-V install art
FIGURE
FIGURE
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