Use and Care Manual

Service Mower - 37
SERVICE MOWER
belt out of V-sheave to allow more belt slack for installation of belt onto
clutch.
5. Slide mower deck under machine.
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6. Remove lock pin, push handle (A) to its lowest position and install pin
(B) just above lever to lock deck in lowered position.
7. Remove bolt (C) to remove foot plate.
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8. Install pin and spring clip (D) onto each side of rear mower bracket.
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9. Install stud (E) onto front draft bracket (F). Secure with locking clip (G).
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10. Connect mower drive belt:
Install belt onto engine sheave.
Install 3/8 in. ratchet onto square hole (H) in tension arm and rotate
counterclockwise to release tension on belt, while installing mower belt
onto right spindle sheave (I). Make sure belt is properly seated on all
sheaves.
11. Install right hand spindle belt shield.
12. Install foot plate.
Installing Mower Deck (48TD)
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
2. Allow engine and muffler to cool completely.
3. Raise mower lift lever fully upward into transport lock position.
4. Slide mower deck under machine.
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A
C
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G
E
c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Component is spring-assisted and
under tension. Injury can occur if spring-assisted component is
released suddenly.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Left and right spindle sheaves are
hidden by belt shields. Failure to seat belt properly on sheaves
may result in belt damage.
c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Rotating blades are dangerous.
Before adjusting or servicing mower:
Disconnect spark plug wire(s) or battery negative (-) cable to
prevent engine from starting accidently.
Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working
near blades.
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