Snapper 285Z Operator's Manual page 24

Adjustments and Service
Installation
1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, lock the
ground speed levers into their START/PARK positions, turn
off the ignition, remove the key, and wait for all moving
parts to stop.
2. Lower the mower deck to its lowest position. See
"CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT".
3. Pivot the front wheels out of the way and slide the mower
deck under the unit. Place a 2 x 4 or similar support under
each end of the mower deck.
4. Insert the front lift rods (C, Figure 18) into the bottom
holes in the front mower deck bracket (B), and secure each
with a washer and hairpin clip (A).
5. Insert the rear lift arms (C, Figure 17) into the front holes
in the rear mower deck brackets (B), and secure each with
a washer and hairpin clip (A).
6. Pull back on the tensioning idler (D, Figure 16) in the direc-
tion indicated, and install the belt onto the PTO pulley as
shown in Figure 16.
Important: Be sure the belt is installed properly onto all pulleys.
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A
B
Figure 17. Rear Deck Lift Components
(Right side shown, left side same)
C
Figure 18. Front Deck Lift Components
Right side shown, left side same)
C
A
B
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