User's Manual

Dealer Service 21
MAN0137 (9/14/01)
DEALER SERVICE Cont’d
Install Blade Spindle
IMPORTANT
■ Pulley installation sequence is very important
for bearing life. Follow the sequence exactly.
1. Insert spindle through bottom of mower deck and
install three mounting bolts. Be sure to position
grease fittings toward lubrication access areas.
2. Install pulley (16) and split taper bushing (17) with
integral key on spindle shaft.
3. Install bolt (44) and flat washer (45) in top of spin-
dle shaft. Torque this bolt to 12 lbs.-ft.
4. Install split taper bushing bolts (47) and lock
washers (42).
5. Alternately tighten and torque to 12 lbs.-ft.
Figure 11 Spindle Installation
Replace Oilite Bushings
1. Six pre-oiled bronze Oilite bushings are used in
the lift mechanism, two in front and four in rear (see
Figure 12). Oil these bushings once a year to extend
their life cycle.
2. When replacement is required, use a new bush-
ing to press the old bushing out. Make sure the new
bushings are pressed in flush.
Figure 12 Oilite Bushing Location
44
45
16
47
42
DD3413A-1
17
Oilite Bushing
Oilite Bushing
Left Rear Rockshaft Mount
Left Front Lift Stop
LA2