Mower Deck Removal & Installation - Simplicity 1687077 Installation Instructions Manual

Installation Instructions
MOWER DECK REMOVAL &
INSTALLATION
Chain Lift Models
WARNING
Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, stop
engine and remove key before attempting to
install or remove the mower.
Muffler and surrounding areas may be hot.
Removing the Mower Deck
1. Park the tractor, fully lower the attachment lift, turn off
the PTO, turn off the engine, remove the key, and
engage the parking brake. If equipped, pivot the
gauge wheels into sliding position.
2. Place mower in the lowest cutting position using the
mower height control.
3. Use the idler arm (D, Figure 4) to release tension on
the PTO belt, and remove belt from the PTO pulley.
4. Pull down on the lift hooks (A, Figure 4) and unhook
CAUTION
The muffler and surrounding areas may be hot.
the lift chains (B).
5. Turn the wheels straight ahead. Pull back on spring-
loaded lever (B, Figure 5) and lift mower hitch off of
the tractor brackets (A).
6. Turn wheels fully left, and slide mower deck out from
under the right side of the tractor.
C
Figure 4. Mower Lift
A. Lift Hook
B. Lift Chain
4
Roller Bar Mower Kit
D
C. PTO Belt
D. Idler Arm
A
B