4. Install a nut securing the quick latch handle assemb-
ly to the cover. There must be one thread from the
quick latch handle protruding past the nut (Fig.
1374).
Fig 1374
Mower Deck Removal
1. Support the rear of the chassis with a jack stand.
2. Remove the drive belt from the center spindle pulley.
Refer to: "PTO Drive Belt Removal (40", 48", 52" and
60" Mower Decks)" on page 8-6 or "PTO Drive Belt
Removal (36" Mower Decks)" on page 8-8.
Floating Deck Mid-Size Service Manual
3. Remove the top hairpins and spacer(s) (if present)
from the deck hanger pin (Fig. 1375).
PICT-1254
4. Lift up on the mower deck and remove the hairpins
from the 4 deck hanger pins (Fig. 1376).
MOWER DECKS
Fig 1375
Fig 1376
PICT-1281
PICT-1291
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