Cub Cadet Pro Z SurePath Manual Del Operador página 36

2. Release tension off of idler by removing spring from idler arm (a in Figure 56).
The spring is under tension due to the weight of the deck. Be careful when
removing, may cause personal injury. Wear gloves and safety glasses.
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3. Rotate idler arm out of the way of the PTO belt (b in Figure 56).
4. Remove anti-rotation bracket from frame by loosening the two nuts securing it to
the deck (c in Figure 56).
5. Unplug electrical connector from clutch housing. Allow to hang free for
reinstallation later in these instructions (Figure 57).
6. Remove existing drive belt.
7. Route new belt up around clutch and engine idler pulley (Figure 56).
8. Reinstall the electrical connector, anti-rotation bracket, idler arm and PTO belt by
reversing Steps 1-5.
Replacing the Blades
Before performing any maintenance, disengage the PTO, engage the
parking brake lever, turn the ignition key to the OFF position, and remove
the key from the switch. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when
handling the blades. When servicing the mower deck, be careful not to cut
yourself on the sharpened blades.
1. Remove the deck as instructed in the Deck Removal section.
2. For easier access, flip the deck over, then jack up the front of the deck about one
foot and block it in that position.
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a
Figure 56
Figure 57
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To remove the blade:
1. Secure the blade from turning counterclockwise during service by placing a
block of wood between the blade and the deck housing (Figure 58) or wrap a rag
around one end of the blade and grasp the blade firmly.
2. Remove the flange lock nut (a) and flat washer (b) from the spindle shaft and
remove the blade (c) (Figure 59).
To replace or reinstall the blade:
1. Put the blade in place on the spindle shaft. Be sure to install the blade with the
side marked "Bottom", "Grass Side" or with a part number stamped facing the
ground when the deck is reinstalled on the mower and in the operating position.
2. Carefully place the flat washer on the spindle shaft. Be sure that the splines at the
base of the spindle shaft threads line up with the washer splines (Figure 60).
3. Secure the blade from turning clockwise when reinstalling the flange lock nut
(the opposite direction of blade removal).
4. Install the flange lock nut onto the spindle shaft over the blade and flat washer.
Torque to 100-130 ft-lbs (136-176 N-m).
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Figure 58
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Figure 59
Figure 60