First Loosen the belt tension by disengaging the drive lever. Remove the belt from the lower drive pulley On the front axle there is a bracket that has a long rod with a quick pin through one end of the shaft. Remove it and then remove the rod from the bracket. This releases the front of the mower deck. Then look on both side of the mower deck and you will find four flat metal pieces (2 on each side) with a hole at the top and each one will have a quick fastener connector to the stud on the chassis. Pull these quick disconnects and lift the deck slightly where you can pull the shaft off of the metal stud. Do the same for both sides and then pull the deck out from under the riding lawnmower. You need to put a block under the the deck when you lower it to keep from it putting a lot of pressure on the other side. It will make it easier to lower the deck.
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Is your STX 38 a black deck or yellow mower deck color?? Bob Lituri lituri54@aol.com
To remove the mower deck from a Deere X475, first ensure the engine is off and the key is removed. Raise the deck to its highest position, then disconnect the deck drive belt from the engine pulley. Next, detach the lift linkage and remove the two front deck pins. Finally, slide the deck out from under the tractor, being careful to clear any obstacles.
To remove the mower deck on a STX 38 yellow deck, start by raising the deck to its highest position. Next, disconnect the belt from the engine pulley and remove the deck lift rods by unhooking them from the brackets. Finally, detach the deck by removing the mounting bolts and sliding it out from under the tractor. Be sure to consult the owner's manual for specific details related to your model.
The diagram should be on a label on the deck or on the rear of the mower. If it is gone, then your local mower repair shop can probably print you one out for a small fee.
To install the mower deck on a 16hp Wheel Horse garden tractor, first ensure the tractor is on a flat surface and the engine is off. Position the mower deck under the tractor, aligning the front lift arms with the deck and securing them with the pins. Attach the rear hangers to the tractor's frame and tighten any bolts or pins as necessary. Finally, connect the belt to the engine pulley and check that the deck is level before operating.
To remove the mower deck from a John Deere 210, first ensure the engine is off and the key is removed. Next, raise the deck to its highest position, then disconnect the mower deck lift links and remove the belt from the engine pulley. Finally, detach any remaining connections, such as the anti-sway brackets, and carefully slide the deck out from under the tractor. Always consult the owner's manual for specific instructions related to your model.
One should always consult the owner's manual before attempting such a procedure. To replace the drive belt, one must first remove the mower deck. Then remove the old belt and belt guides. Follow the belt threading diagram on the underside of the tractor to place the new belt on the tractor. Replace the belt guides and the mower deck to finish.
To install a 54-inch lawn mower belt on a White tractor, first, ensure the mower is turned off and disconnected from any power source. Remove the mower deck by detaching the necessary pins and brackets. Then, route the new belt around the pulleys according to the diagram typically found on the mower, making sure it sits properly in the grooves. Finally, reattach the mower deck and double-check that the belt is tensioned correctly before operating the mower.
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To install the main drive belt on a Murray riding mower, first ensure the mower is turned off and the key is removed for safety. Remove the mower deck by disconnecting the belt and any necessary bolts. Next, route the new drive belt around the engine pulley and axle pulley, following the mower's belt routing diagram, which is usually found on the mower's frame. Finally, reattach the deck and check the tension on the belt before starting the mower.