Blower & Collectorremoval - Simplicity 5100251-00 Operator's Manual

Blower & CollectorRemoval
1. Remove the knobs (A, Figure 27) securing the deck
guard top (B) to the deck guard.
2. Pull the blower idler arm lever (C) forward to release
the belt tension and remove the belt from the spindle
pulley.
3. Reinstall the deck guard top and secure with the
knobs.
Figure 27. Remove Belt
A. Knob
B. Deck GuardTop
C. Idler Arm Lever
4. Loosen the lower clamp securing the hose to the
blower outlet and remove the hose from the blower.
See Figure 28.
5. Pull the quick pins on the blower mount and remove
the blower from the mower deck.
Figure 28. Remove Hose
A. Lower Clamp
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