9. Install the key into the spindle shaft (Fig. 486).
Fig 486
10. Install the washer and the nut onto the spindle shaft
(Fig. 487).
Fig 487
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11. Torque the top nut to 100 to 120 ft-lbs. (135.6 to
162.7 Nm) (Fig. 488).
PICT-0184
Mower Spindle Disassembly
Z 100 Series (44" Deck)
1. Remove the spindle shaft, bearing shield and
hardened washer from the spindle housing assembly
(Fig. 489).
PICT-0185
Fig 488
PICT-0187
Fig 489
PICT-0388 rev
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