Use and Care Manual
8. Remove spring clip (N) and pin (O) from each side of rear hanger
bracket.
9. Raise draft arms to transport position:
a. Pull and raise mower lift lever fully upward.
b. Install pin just below lift lever to lock into raised position.
10. Rotate front caster wheels to maximize clearance.
11. Slide mower out from under the machine.
• Do not operate the machine without the mower deck: Machine
may become unstable without the mower deck attached. Move
machine only by hand. (See Moving Machine by Hand in
OPERATING section.)
Installing Mower Deck (48A, 48HC, 54A,
54HC, 60HC and 62C)
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
2. Allow engine and mufer to cool completely.
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 accidentally.
• Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or
working near blades.
3. Raise mower lift lever fully upward into transport lock position.
4. Slide mower deck under machine.
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5. Lower mower lift lever, and install pin (A) and spring clip (B) onto
each side of rear mower bracket.
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6. 48A and 54A Mower Only: Install front hanger rod (C) onto mower
deck bracket (D) and onto draft bracket (E). Secure each stud end
with locking clip (F).
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7. 48HC, 54HC, 60HC and 62C Mower Only: Install front hanger rod
(J) onto mower deck brackets (K) and onto draft brackets (L).
Secure each stud end with locking clip (M).
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