Removing The Mower Deck - Dixon ZTR 4421 Technical Data Brochure

1. Both the 4421 & 4422 use a two piece body. The upper body can be raised up and back, and
also tilted forward to expose the transaxle.
2. To remove upper body, lift up and fold forward. Disconnect throttle cable P/N 4679 from
engine. Disconnect wiring harness by simply pulling plug apart. Then clip wire ties so
harness is loose from seat bracket. Next remove cotter key P/N 3052 from upper body
mounting pin P/N 1460. Then hold upper body and remove pin P/N 1460.
3. Reverse above procedure to reinstall.
ADJUSTMENT OF MOWER DECK DRIVE BELT:
No adjustment necessary! The spring loaded idler pulley maintains proper tension throughout belt
life.
REMOVING THE MOWER BLADE:
1. Secure mower blade P/N 8688 from turning.
2. Observe blade position when removing.
3. Remove blade bolt P/N 3268, and blade washer P/N 6260.
4. To reinstall, reverse above procedure. Tighten blade bolts to 60 ft. Ibs. of torque.
WARNING:

REMOVING THE MOWER DECK:

1. Remove mower deck drive belt P/N 6111 by pulling idler pulley P/N 1687 away from belt and
remove belt from the rear pulley.
2. Remove the two clevis pins P/N 3072 from the L -rods at rear of deck and slide free from slots.
3. Remove the clevis pin P/N 3072 from the lift linkage at the front of deck.
4. Remove cotter pin from shaft P/N 1332 located at front of mower deck on slide plates welded
at battery box. Slide shaft free.
5. Raise front of mower and roll it free of mower deck assembly.
6. To install deck, reverse above procedure.
Sharp edges on blade can cause injury! Caution should be exercised when service is
required on the blade.
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