Deck Lift Assembly Removal (continued)
6. Remove the pin clip and clevis pin securing the height-of-cut link to the back
deck lift shaft assembly .
7. Using a 1/2 inch wrench, remove the 4 (5/16 inch) nuts and carriage bolts (2
on each side) securing the back deck lift shaft assembly .
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8. Remove the deck lift assembly .
Deck Lift Assembly Installation
1. Install the deck lift assembly .
2. Using a 1/2 inch wrench, install the 4 (5/16 inch) nuts and carriage bolts to
secure the back deck lift shaft assembly . T orque to 7 ± 1 N•m (60 ± 6 in-lb).
3. Install the clevis pin and pin clip to secure the height-of-cut link to the back
deck lift shaft assembly .
4. Using a 1/2 inch wrench, install the 4 (5/16 inch) nuts and carriage bolts to
secure the front deck lift shaft assembly . T orque to 7 ± 1 N•m (60 ± 6 in-lb).
5. Install the clevis pin and pin clip to secure the height-of-cut link to the front
deck lift shaft assembly .
6. Reconnect the deck. Refer to Deck Installation ( page 5– 1 1 ) .
7. Connect the battery by installing the positive cable rst, then the negative
cable to the battery .
Spindle Replacement
Spindle 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. Remove the deck belt. Refer to Deck Belt Removal ( page 5– 7 )
4. Set the height-of-cut to transport mode and set the pin at 5 inch cut.
2000 Series Z MASTER®Service Manual Page 5–13 Deck: Service and Repairs
3460-328 Rev A