rev 11/02 5 - 3 09-254B
SERVICE section 5
USING THE FLIP-UP OPTION ON THE
MD448, MD460 AND MD472 ROTARY MOWERS
1. Stop on a level surface, set parking brake and shut off the tractor.
2. Lift the deck.
3. Remove the top deck shield and set aside.
4. Standing at the front of the deck, pull the handle on the idler arm so the belt comes loose.
5. Remove the belt from the drive pulley.
6. Remove the presto pin and slide pin from holes.
7. Grasp the handles and lift the deck up and back until you hear a click. This indicates that the latch has
engaged.
8. Lower the deck until the roller touches the ground. This gives stability when working on the deck.
9. Complete your work under the deck.
10. Start the tractor and lift the deck again. Shut off the tractor.
11. Grasp the handles at the front of the deck. Push the deck back slightly and release the catch.
12. Pull the deck forward and down, keeping a firm grip on the handles.
13. Lower the deck to the ground.
14. Replace the pin and clip in the hole above the lift arm.
15. Grasp the idler arm handle again and pull to stretch the spring. Place the belt onto the drive pulley.
16. Make sure the belt is around all pulleys. Release the idler arm.
17. Replace the top shield and secure with the rubber latches.
18. Moving the power unit with the deck in the flipped up position is not recommended. Serious injury and
or damage could result.
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