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remove it. Figure 4-3 & Figure 4-4
NOTE:
It is not necessary to remove the double pulley
on the deck spindle.
6. Remove the pin that connects the blower to the discharge
chute bracket tabs and remove the blower housing.
Figure 4-3 & Figure 4-4
7. Assemble the torsion spring, original discharge chute and
pin to the bracket tabs. Make sure the torsion spring is
assembled as shown so that it applies pressure to the
discharge chute and keeps it in the down position. Figure
4-5
8. Remove the blower baffle and relace it with the right side
adjustable baffle that was provided with the deck. Figure
3-1, Figure 3-2, Figure 3-3, Figure 3-4 & Figure 3-5
9. 66” & 72” decks only – Assemble the tall pulley cover
(included with the adapter kit) to the deck. Figure 4-5
10. Remove the bags and lid assembly from the rear of the
machine.
NOTE:
It is not necessary to remove the catcher frame
that is attached to the rear of the mower.
Removing The Lid Assembly
Use the following procedure when removing the lid assembly
from the mower.
1. Lift the lid assembly slightly and push the release lever to
release the latches. Figure 4-6 & Figure 4-7
2. Allow the lid assembly to pivot down.
3. Using the lift handles lift the lid assembly out of the
notches on the mount assembly. Figure 4-7
WARNING
Always operate with complete catcher system, mulching
system or side discharge chute in place and in the lowest
position.
WARNING
Never operate the mower deck with side deflector dam-
aged, altered, removed or in raised position, except when
the entire grass catcher attachment or mulching system is
being used.
Figure 4-2
Blower outlet
tube
Catcher lid
elbow chute
Clamp
Flex
tube
Blower belt cover
Figure 4-3
Figure 4-4
Figure 4-5
Blower belt
Double pulley
Pin
48”/54”/60” Blower Belt Routing
66”/72”” Blower Belt Routing
Blower belt
Double pulley
Pin
Tall pulley
cover
Discharge
chute
Pin
Torsion
spring