7-33Z Master 597 Diesel Series Service Manual
7
MOWER DECKS
3. Remove the RH idler pulley (Fig. 504)
Fig 504 DSC-2716
4. Loosen the idler stop ange nut (Fig. 505).
Fig 505 DSC-2719
Fig 507 DSC-2725
6. Remove the belt tensioner spacer, washer, and bolt
to allow for removal of the extension spring (Fig.
507).
Fig 506 DSC-2720
5. Insert the ratchet with a 6” extension into the square-
cut hole in the idler arm. Pull back on the idler arm
to remove tension from the stop spacers and bolt.
Remove the stop spacers and bolt and release the
idler arm (Fig. 506).