Use and Care Manual

MXT014817—UN—27JUL15
4. Install gate stop bracket (F) to mower deck with two M5x16 screws
(G) and M5 lock nuts (H).
Specication
Gate Stop Bracket Screws—Torque. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 N·m
(3.75 lb·ft) (44 lb·in)
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Installing Handle Assembly
NOTE: The following procedure is for the 42 in. MulchControl™ on a
Select Series™ mower deck. The installation procedure for other
machines with a 42 in. Accel Deep™ deck is similar.
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Machine component or attachment
is heavy. Use a safe lifting device or get an assistant to help
lift, install, or remove component or attachment.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Eyebolt position must be maintained
as shown. Changing the orientation (rotating) is possible
during the tightening process, causing pressure on the
spring.
MXT014818—UN—27JUL15
1. Install handle assembly (A) to hinge pin (B) with M8 lock nut (C).
Tighten lock nut until threads bottom out on pin.
2. Install spring anchor bracket (D) to mower deck with M8x20
carriage bolt and M8 lock nut (E). Orient bracket as shown, and
tighten lock nut.
Specication
Spring Anchor Bracket Lock Nut—Torque. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 N·m
15 lb·ft (177 lb·in)
MXT014819—UN—27JUL15
3. If necessary, loosen nut (E).
4. Install spring (F) to bracket and eyebolt (G).
NOTE: For better access to nut (E), rotate the handle counterclockwise
(open the gate).
5. Tighten nut (E) using a 13 mm deep well socket.
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Installing Mulch Blades
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Blades are sharp. Always wear
gloves when handling blades or working near blades.
Replace blades if defective. Never straighten or weld them.
MXT015290—UN—19AUG15
1. Install blade (A) with cutting edge toward the ground.
2. Install large washer (B) and bolt (C).
3. Insert wood block between blade and mower to prevent blade from
turning when tightening bolt.
4. Tighten bolt.
Specication
Blade Bolt—Torque. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 N·m
(50 lb·ft)
Installation 42 Inch Accel Deep™ Decks
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