Mower Spindle Replacement - Toro Z MASTER 2000 Series Service Manual

Mower Deck Removal (continued)
Mower Deck Installation

Mower Spindle Replacement

Mower Spindle Removal
Mower Spindle Disassembly
2000 Series Z MASTER® Service Manual
3438-778 Rev A
• Raise the deck to the transport position.
• Slowly loosen the adjusting screw on the lift assist spring until the screw
can be removed. Save the screw for re-installation.
9. Remove the 2 bolts and nuts on each side of the machine.
10. Slide the deck out toward the right side of the machine.
1. Place the deck on the ground on the right side of the machine.
2. Slide the deck into position under the machine.
3. Connect the 2 bolts and nuts on each side of the machine.
4. Connect the 2 bolts and nuts on the front of the plate under the footrest.
5. Install the mower belt.
6. Install the mower belt covers.
7. Raise the deck to the 76 mm (3 inch) height-of-cut position and check the
deck level. Leveling the Mower Deck (page 6–9)
8. Connect the battery by installing the positive cable first, then the negative
cable to the battery.
9. For 60 inch decks only:
• Raise the deck to the transport position 127 mm (5 inches).
• Install the lift assist spring adjusting screw previously removed.
• Slowly adjust the screw on the lift assist spring until a gap of 22–29 mm
(7/8–1-1/8 inches) is achieved.
1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the PTO. Stop the
engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the key. Engage the
parking brake.
2. Disconnect the battery by removing the negative cable first, then the positive
cable from the battery.
3. Remove the mower belt covers.
4. Remove the mower belt.
5. Remove the cutting blade.
6. Remove the 6 self-tapping bolts that secure the spindle to the deck.
7. Pull the spindle assembly downward, through the deck.
1. Clamp the spindle for service by placing the spindle shaft in a vise.
2. Remove the nut and washer from the top of the pulley.
Mower Belt Replacement (page 6–6)
Mower Belt Replacement (page 6–6)
Page 6–7 Deck: Service and Repairs