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5.
side of the tractor, locate the bow-tie pin that secures the
deck support rod on the rear left side of the deck. See Fig.
7-2. Remove the bow-tie pin that secures the deck support
rod, and carefully remove the deck support from the deck
lift arm.
6.
NOTE: The bow-tie hair-pin clips should be re-installed
from the top down.
Cutting Deck Removal
NOTE: Models equipped with a 38-inch deck have one deck idler
pulley. Models equipped with a 42- and 46-inch deck have two
deck idler pulleys.
To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows:
1. (Blade Engage)
position and engage the parking brake.
Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the 2.
bottom notch on the right fender.
Removing the self-tapping screw (A) that secures the belt-3.
Note: Make a mental note what hole the other end of the belt-
keeper rod is inserted in for reinstallation purposes.
4.
pulley. See Fig. 7-1.
Avoid pinching injuries. Never place
your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt
and a pulley while removing the belt.
A
B
C