Installing Mower Deck (48C and 54C)

1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2. Allow engine and muffler to cool completely.

3. CAUTION: Rotating blades are dangerous. Before adjusting or servicing mower:

   • Disconnect spark plug wire(s) or battery negative (-) cable to prevent engine from starting accidently.

   • Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working near blades.

   Raise mower lift lever fully upward into transport lock position.

4. Slide mower deck under machine.

5. 
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   Lower mower lift lever, and install pin and spring clip (A) onto each side of rear mower bracket.

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6. 
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   Install front draft rod (B) onto mower deck bracket (C) and onto draft bracket (D). Secure each stud end (E) with locking clip (F).

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7. CAUTION: Component is spring-assisted and under tension. Injury can occur if spring-assisted component is released suddenly.

   
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   48C shown. 54C similar.

   Connect mower drive belt:
   • Install belt onto engine sheave.
   • NOTE: Left and right spindle sheaves are hidden by belt covers. Failure to seat belt properly on sheaves may result in belt damage.
     Install 3/8-inch ratchet onto square hole (G) in tension arm and rotate clockwise to release tension on belt, while installing mower belt onto center spindle sheave (H). Make sure belt is properly seated on all sheaves.
   
   

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8. Install foot plate.