Terrain King KB21, Service Manual

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KB21 Service Manual Pub 09-14 84
Mowers & Spindles
60-B. Spindle
Asy Repair
Spindle Housing
In order to properly perform repairs to the spindle housing assembly
mower deck.
1. Remove the blade bar assembly.
2. Remove the hydraulic motor. Hoses can be left connected to motor and lifted off with motor
3. Remove the spindle assembly from the mower deck. Unbolt and remove spindle retaining bolts
Be certain to clamp or securely support the spindle housing and sub-assemblies to prevent injuries to
hands and feet due to inadvertent dropping or falling. Always wear safety glasses and gloves to pre-
vent eye and hand injury when chiseling or hammering on metal components. Hardened metal will chip
unexpectedly. An assembled spindle housing is quite heavy. Use a hoist or lift to handle them safely.
Always use proper lifting techniques when lifting heavy objects.
Spindle Housing Dis-Assembly
Drain the oil from the spindle assembly (See Fig-A) . Inspect the housing for cracks or other damage,
which would deem it unusable.
Place a 3/16” angled chisel parallel with and into one of the staking slots in the threaded section of the
shaft (Shown in Fig-B). Using a hammer, drive the chisel downward until the bent part of the
This
procedure is done in two places on the shaft. A new nut will be required for reassemble.
If the spindle is equipped with a locking washer, use a chisel to bend the locking tang until it is free from
the slot in the nut.
FIGURE - A FIGURE - B