3.
Take the deck cover off by removing the three
nuts and bolts. See Figure 4.24.
NOTE: depending on production date the nuts
and bolts may have been replaced by self tap-
ping screws.
Remove these
bolts or screws
Figure 4.24
4.
Slide the cover off of the mower.
5.
Unhook the blade cable from the idler bracket.
See Figure 4.25.
PTO
cable
Figure 4.25
CUTTING DECK AND LIFT SHAFT
6.
Remove the cable from the frame using two 1/2"
wrenches. See Figure 4.26.
Blade cable
7.
Install the PTO cable by following the above
steps in reverse order.
8.
Test run the mower before returning to service.
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Figure 4.26