Cub Cadet Z-Force 54-KH Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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Remove the blade drive belt from all the pulleys.4.
5.
proper belt routing.
6.
the idler pulley so that a ten-pound pull with a spring scale
between two pulleys deflects the belt about ⁄
Replacing the Blades
WARNING! 

the parking brake lever, turn the ignition key to the


handling the blades. When servicing the mower
deck, be careful not to cut yourself on the
sharpened blades.
Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the spark 
plugs.
2.
block it in that position.
Wrap a rag around one end of the blade and grasp it to 
prevent it from turning, or secure the blade by placing a
block of wood between the blade and the deck housing.

4. ⁄
bolt.
5. ⁄
Remove the blade.6.
To replace the blade reverse the above process and tighten 7.

NOTE: Add a small amount of multi-purpose grease to the
bolt threads to avoid corrosion and galvenic action.
WARNING! 
that are bent should be replaced. The cutting blades
are sharp and can cause severe injury. Wrap the
cutting surface of the blade with a rag to avoid
injury.
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