Service Manual

7-14 Z Master 500 Gas Series Service Manual
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16. Tighten the pivot bolt on the idler plate once the
adjustment is achieved (Fig. 400).
MOWER DECKS/PTO
Mower Spindle Removal
Fig 400 DSC-3149
17. Install the right belt cover on the mower deck.
Fig 401 DSC-3136
5. Lift the oor pan and remove the right side mower
belt cover (Fig. 401).
6. Loosen the two nuts located on the idler plate to
relieve tension on the belt (Fig. 402).
Fig 402 DSC-3137
This applies to removing any of the three mower
spindles. This procedure shows removing the right side
spindle.
1. Either use a hoist or the Z Stand to raise the front of
the mower deck.
2. Chock or block the drive wheels.
3. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
4. Lower the mower deck to the lowest position.