1. Remove the locknut, bolt, spring and spacer holding
the deflector to the pivot brackets (Figure 69).
Remove the damaged or worn grass deflector.
2. Place the spacer and spring onto grass deflector.
Place the L end of spring behind deck edge.
Note: Make sure the L end of the spring is installed
behind the deck edge before installing the bolt as
shown in Figure 69.
3. Install the bolt and nut. Place the J hook end of the
spring around the grass deflector (Figure 69).
Important: The grass deflector must be able to
lower down into position. Lift the deflector up
to test that it lowers into the full down position.
Figure 69
1. Bolt
2. Spacer
3. Locknut
4. Spring
5. Spring installed
6. Grass Deflector
7. L end of spring, place
behind deck edge before
installing bolt
8. J hook end of spring
Cleaning
Cleaning Under the Mower
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Remove the grass buildup under the mower daily.
1. Disengage the PTO, move the motion control levers
to the neutral locked position and set the parking
brake.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3. Raise the mower to the transport position.
4. Lift the front of the machine and support the
machine using jack stands.
Waste Disposal
Engine oil, batteries, hydraulic oil, and engine coolant
are pollutants to the environment. Dispose of these
according to your state and local regulations.
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