MTD MMZ 2254 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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e. Remove six linchpins (See Fig. 6) (4) from the deck and (2)
from the front of the mower. Remove the linchpins on the
left and right rear side of the cutter deck (2); remove the
linchpins on the left and right front side of the cutter deck
(2); and remove the linchpins on the front of the mower (2).
f. Turn front caster wheels outward.
g. Shift the deck toward the ignition switch side of the mower
and remove.
h. To install reverse the process.
2. Changing a Blade:
a. Jack up the front of the mowing deck about one foot and
block it in that position.
b. Wrap a rag around one end of the blade and grasp it to pre-
vent it from turning, or secure the blade by placing a block
of wood between the blade and the deck housing.
c. Use a 1-1/8" socket wrench on the pulley side of the spindle
to secure.
d. Remove the hex nut using a 1-1/8" wrench.
e. Remove the hex nut.
f. To replace the blade reverse the above process and tighten
nut to 100-120 lb ft.
Linch Pins
Figure. 6
Height of Cut Clevis Pin
Linch Pins
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