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Changing the Spindle Assembly
Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to Deck
Removal on page 25).
Remove the hex washer screws securing the belt covers 2.
to the deck and remove the belt from the spindle pulleys.
2.
Use a ⁄
assembly when loosening the hex nut securing the blade.
A block of wood may be placed between the deck housing
and the cutting edge of the blade to help in breaking loose
NOTE: Take note of the order that the parts composing the
assembly are placed.
Using a wrench or socket ratchet remove four hex washer 4.
Reverse the process to install the spindle assembly.5.
Changing the Transmission Drive Belt
Cub Cadet dealer to have the transmission drive belt replaced.
Hex
Washer
Screw
Spacer
Pulley
Hex Screw
Spacer
Spindle Assembly
Spacer
Blade
Flange Lock Nut
Figure 7-12