Service Manual

7-3Z Master 597 Diesel Series Service Manual

5. Disconnect the electric clutch harness from the

wiring harness (Fig. 391).

Fig 391 DSC-2601

6. Remove the bolt, spacer, washers and nut retaining

the clutch brake strap to the frame (Fig. 392).

Fig 392 DSC-2604

Fig 394 DSC-2651

8. Insert a 12” long 3/8” drive extension into the square

hole of the idler bracket. Use a 3/8” drive ratchet on

the extension and pull back to relieve spring tension

on the idler bracket. Remove the mower drive belt

from the spring loaded idler pulley and outer PTO

clutch sheave (Fig. 394).

Fig 393 DSC-2650

7. On the left side of the unit is the spring loaded idler

pulley for the mower drive belt. Note the square cut

hole in the idler bracket (Fig. 393).

MOWER DECKS

Note: Rear tire removed for clarity.