Installing Mower Deck (48HC, 54HC, 60HC and 62C)

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.

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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. NOTE: To ease installation of the side draft rod(s), the weight of the mower can be supported by placing a wooden block under the front lip of the mower.

   
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   Install front draft rod (B) onto mower deck bracket (C) and onto draft bracket (D). Secure draft rod ends with locking clip (E). Repeat on opposite side.

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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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   48HC shown. 54HC and 60 HC similar.

   
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   62C Shown.

   Connect mower drive belt:
   • Install belt onto engine sheave.
   • Connect clutch wire (Z665 model only).
   • 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 in. ratchet into square hole (F) in tension arm and rotate clockwise to release tension on belt, while installing mower belt onto center spindle sheave (G). Make sure that belt is properly seated on all sheaves.
   • Install foot plate.
   
   

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