8-28 4252490-Rev A
CUTTING UNITS
8
Disassembly Notes
• Before disassembly, clean the center lift arm and
swing arm—removing all dirt and debris.
• Inspect link arm, center lift arm, swing arm, reel
steering pivot, and all bushings for damage or wear.
Remove bushings only if replacement is required.
Assembly Notes
• Before assembly, verify that the bushings and mating
surfaces are free of burrs, dirt, and debris.
• Repair or replace the link arm, center lift arm, swing
arm, or reel steering pivot, if necessary.
• Replace any bushings that are damaged or have
excessive wear.
Reel Motor
Removal and Installation
See Figure 8-28.
NOTE
The right reel motor is shown; the left and center reel
motors are similar.
1. Park the mower safely. (See “Park Mower Safely” on
page 1-6.)
Figure 8-28
NOTES
• Label all hydraulic hoses and tubes before
disconnecting to ensure correct installation.
• Close all openings with caps or plugs to prevent
contamination.
2. Disconnect hydraulic hoses (1, 2, and 7).
3. Loosen nuts (8).
NOTE
In some cases, the coupler (3) may remain attached to
the reel shaft.
4. Rotate reel motor (9) clockwise, and remove reel
motor with O-ring (5) and coupler (3) from adapter
plate (6).
5. Remove coupler (3) from reel motor shaft (4).
Required Materials
Anti-Seize Compound
TN3716
4
3
8
9
1
6
7
8
2
5