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23SECTION 4 — PRODUCT CARE
50” & 54” Decks
Figure 4-17
Note: Use a ⁄” drive ratchet wrench as
instructed in earlier steps when routing the
new belt.
5. Retighten idler pulleys, if loosened earlier.
6. Remount the spindle covers if removed
earlier.
7. Re-install the deck make sure the belt
remains routed around the pulleys as
instructed.
8. On manual PTO units, re-install the engine
pulley keeper rod and the PTO cable.
9. Pull the right side of the belt and place
the narrow V side of the belt into the PTO
pulley. See Figure 4-18.
Figure 4-18
10. While holding the belt and pulley together,
rotate the pulley to the left. Continue
holding and rotating the pulley and belt
until the belt is fully rolled into the PTO
pulley.
Removing the Brush Guard
WARNING
The exhaust system and surrounding areas are HOT. To
avoid personal injury, allow the tractor to cool before
beginning any brush guard installation or removal
procedures.
1. Remove two cotter pins, and then pull the
pins. See Figure 4-19.
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Figure 4-19
2. The brush guard assembly may now be
removed. See Figure 4-20.
Figure 4-20
Note: The FastAttach™ brackets may be
left in place for use with other FastAttach™
attachments. Contact your authorized
service dealer for a complete list of products
and availability.
Changing the Transmission Drive Belt
Several components must be removed and
special tools used in order to change the tractor’s
transmission drive belt. See your authorized dealer
to have the transmission drive belt replaced.
Troubleshooting
Excessive Vibration
1. Cutting blade loose.
• Tighten cutting blade and deck
spindle.
2. Cutting blade damaged, unbalanced or bent.
• Replace the cutting blade.
Uneven Cut
1. Deck not properly leveled.
• Perform side-to-side deck
adjustment.
2. Cutting blade dull or damaged.
• Sharpen or replace cutting blade.
3. Uneven tire pressure.
• Check and correct tire pressure in all
four tires.
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