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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Cutting Deck Installation
To install the deck, reverse the Deck Removal instructions on page 27-28.
Tires
WARNING
Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of
the tire.
The recommended operating tire pressure is:
• Approximately 10 psi for the rear tires
• Approximately 14 psi for the front tires
IMPORTANT: Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer’s recommended
or maximum psi. Do not overinflate. Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting
deck to mow unevenly.
Cutting Blades
WARNING
Shut the engine OFF and remove the key before removing the cutting
blade(s) for sharpening or replacement. Protect your hands by using heavy
gloves when grasping the blade.
WARNING
Periodically inspect the blade spindles for cracks or damage, especially if
you strike a foreign object. Replace immediately if damaged.
The blades may be removed as follows:
1. Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to Cutting Deck Removal
on page 27) then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside.
2. Place a block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the
cutting blade to act as a stabilizer. See Figure 15.
Figure 15
7. Move the deck lift lever into the top notch on the right fender to raise the
deck lift arms up and out of the way.
8. Remove the bow-tie pin (a) securing the deck stabilizer rod (b) to the deck.
Slide the deck lift rod from the mounting weldment on the deck as seen in
Figure 13.
(b)
(a)
Figure 13
9. Carefully remove the PTO cable (a) from the rear of the cutting deck by
removing the bow-tie clip (b) which secures it. Remove the spring (c) from
the deck idler bracket. See Figure 14.
(a)
(b)
(c)
Figure 14
10. Gently slide the cutting deck (from the left side) out from underneath the
tractor.
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