Exmark Turf ranger Operator's Manual page 20

3.7.4 Position tractor, with mower deck support frame in place, over the mower deck.
Align support frame above mower deck and position it so the support pins on the
deck align with the mounting holes in the support frame. Lower support frame onto
deck and Reinstall the two hairpins and spacers on the front support pins and the
two hairpins and spacers onto the rear support pins (See Figure 1).
3.7.5 After the mower deck support frame and the attached mower deck are in place, it
is necessary to remove the two wooden blocks under the engine deck pivot stops.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
3.7.6 Install mower deck stationary idler. Idler components are located in the Turf
Ranger bolt bag.
Note: To install a FMD 524 or 604 stationary idler to a Turf Ranger unit S/N
319,999 and lower, kit 103-2250 is also required. Follow the instructions in the kit.
Locate two holes along the back center section of the mower deck. Install the
stationary idler and related parts in the left hand hole location as shown in Figure
3. See the belt routing decal on deck. Be sure the coned end of the disc spring
is against the head of the bolt as illustrated (See Figure 3).
3/16 THICK X 1 1/4
OD WASHER
(USED ONLY WITH
TURF RANGER UNITS
S/N 319,999 & LOWER &
FMD 523 OR 603 DECKS)
3/8 HEX CAP
SCREW
3.7.7 Install mower deck drive belt.
NOTE: Make sure to use proper belt for your deck. The belt (Part #1-543523)
that is installed on the unit is for 60"decks only. For 52" decks, the belt (Part #1-
543749) from the bolt bag must be used. Refer to belt routing decal on deck.
Slip belt between clutch drive sheave and drive wheel release rod (make sure
belt is in the sheave groove).
Install the deck drive belt around the clutch. Refer to belt routing decal. Be sure belt
is in the clutch drive sheave groove. Place the other end of the belt into the V-
groove of the stationary idler, move the spring loaded idler outward and route the
belt around the inside of the spring loaded idler. Position the belt into the
groove of the mower deck drive sheave. Carefully release the spring loaded idler.
Install the center belt shield.
CAUTION
Removing the two blocks prior to installing the mower
deck and support for counter balance will allow the
engine deck to flip backwards.
If the engine flips backwards pinch points are created,
which may cause injury.
Keep hands clear from the engine deck when
removing the blocks.
3/8 WHIZLOCK NUT
FIGURE 3
IDLER PULLEY KIT AND LOCATION
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