Deck Installation (continued)
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5. Raise the deck of f of the supporting blocks and secure the height using the
height-of-cut pin.
6. Install the deck belt. Refer to Deck Belt Installation ( page 5– 9 ) .
7. Connect the battery by installing the positive cable rst, then the negative
cable to the battery .
Deck Lift Assembly Replacement
Deck Lift Assembly Removal
1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the PT O. Stop the
engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove the key . Engage the
parking brake.
2. Disconnect the battery by removing the negative cable rst, then the positive
cable from the battery .
3. Disconnect the deck. Refer to Deck Removal ( page 5– 10 ) .
4. Remove the pin clip and clevis pin securing the height-of-cut link to the front
deck lift shaft assembly .
5. Using a 1/2 inch wrench, remove the 4 (5/16 inch) nuts and carriage bolts (2
on each side) securing the front deck lift shaft assembly .
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Deck: Service and Repairs Page 5–12 2000 Series Z MASTER®Service Manual
3460-328 Rev A