Deck Installation - Cub Cadet Ultima ZT Series Operator's Manual

2. Disconnect the deck motor(s) from the adapters on the
underside of the tractor. Rotate the connectors 1/4-turn
counterclockwise and pull down (Figure 39).
Figure 39
3. Remove the two bow-tie pins (b) from the clevis pins (c) that
secure the lift link brackets (d) to the rear deck lift brackets
(e) on the deck (Figure 40). Remove the clevis pins (c).
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Figure 40
4. Remove the third bow-tie pin (f) from the clevis pin (g) that
secures the front deck control rod (h) to the front deck lift
bracket (i) (Figure 41). Remove the clevis pin (g).
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h
Figure 41
5. Carefully maneuver the deck out from beneath the tractor.
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Deck Installation

Install the deck on the tractor as follows:
1. Carefully maneuver the deck under the tractor from the right
side, lining up the deck hanger brackets and the deck lift arms
on deck lift rod/deck release pin tractors and align the lift link
brackets and front deck control rod with the deck lift brackets
on three-pin tractors.
2. Once the deck is under the tractor, move the deck lift pedal
and deck height index knob to the lowest mowing position.
NOTE: To line the brackets up properly, it may be necessary to
place a small block of wood under each side of the deck.
3. Reinstall the applicable deck lift hardware for your tractor.
4. Connect the deck motors with the adapters on the underside
of the tractor and rotate 1/4 turn clockwise to secure.
5. Remove multi-tool from the deck lift components.
Blades
Power off the tractor 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.
Periodically inspect the blade and/or deck motor casting
for cracks or damage, especially after you've struck a
foreign object. Do not operate the tractor until damaged
components are replaced.
The cutting blades must be kept sharp at all times. Sharpen the
cutting edges of the blades evenly so that the blades remain
balanced and the same angle of sharpness is maintained.
If the cutting edge of a blade has already been sharpened many
times, or if any metal separation is present, it is recommended
that new blades be installed. New blades are available at your
authorized dealer.
The blades may be removed as follows:
1. Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to Deck
Removal) then gently flip the deck over to expose its
underside.
2. Loosen the hex nut (a) securing the blade (b). A block of wood
(c) may be placed between the deck housing and the cutting
edge of the blade (b) to help in breaking loose the hex nut (a)
securing the blade (Figure 42).
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