Toro Z Master Z597 Service Manual page 157

MOWER DECKS
7. On the right side of the unit is the spring loaded
idler pulley for the inner mower drive belt. Insert a
3/8" ratchet drive with a 6" extension into the square
hole in the idler bracket. Pull back on the ratchet to
relieve tension on the belt. Slip the belt off the idler
pulley and the PTO clutch pulley (Fig. 419).
8. Lift the floor pan (Fig. 420).
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Fig 420 DSC-2625
9. Remove the right side belt cover (Fig. 421).
Fig 421
10. Remove the tension spring on the idler arm (Fig.
422).
Fig 422
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