Cutting Deck Removal - MTD 13WJ771S031 Operator's Manual

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Cutting Deck Removal
NOTE: Models equipped with a 38-inch deck have one deck idler
pulley. Models equipped with a 42- and 46-inch deck have two
deck idler pulleys.
To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows:
1. Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF)
position and engage the parking brake.
2. Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the
bottom notch on the right fender.
3. Removing the self-tapping screw (A) that secures the belt-
keeper rod from around the tractor's engine pulley, then
remove the belt keeper rod (B). See Fig. 7-1.
Note: Make a mental note what hole the other end of the belt-
keeper rod is inserted in for reinstallation purposes.
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6.
On 38" Decks: Looking at the cutting deck from the left
side of the tractor, locate the bow-tie pin that secures the
deck support rod on the rear left side of the deck. See Fig.
7-2. Remove the bow-tie pin that secures the deck support
rod, and carefully remove the deck support from the deck
lift arm.
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Figure 7-2
Repeat the above steps on the tractor's right side.
NOTE:The bow-tie hair-pin clips should be installed from
the top down.
Figure 7=1
4. Remove the belt (C) from around the tractor's engine
pulley. See Fig. 7-1.
_ WARNING! Avoid pinching injuries. Never place
your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt
and a pulley while removing the belt.
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