6.Pull the deck support pin outward to release the deck from the deck lift arm. See Fig. 7-3.

10.Remove the cotter pin from the end of the stabilizer rod and slide the stabilizer out of the hanger bracket on the deck. See Fig. 7-5.

Deck Lift Arm

Deck Support Pin

Figure 7-3

7.Repeat the above steps on the tractor’s right side.

8.Move the deck lift lever into the top notch to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the way.

9.Remove the bowtie cotter pin connecting the deck sway rod to the tractor frame. See Fig. 7-4.

Figure 7-4

Figure 7-5

11.Gently slide the cutting deck (from the right side) out from underneath the tractor.

12.Reinstall the belt keeper rod loosened earlier.

Caution: Failure to reinstall the belt keeper rod may result in serious damage to your tractor’s PTO system.

Section 7 — Service

 

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