Scag Power Equipment STR - Manual (Page 25)

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Section 4
2. Install the cutter deck onto the push arm shafts just
far enough to hold the deck in place. Align the
cutter deck discharge chute with the blower intake
chute (Figure 4-19) and push the cutter deck all the
way onto the push arm shafts, inserting the discharge
chute into the blower intake chute. Install a hairpin
through each push arm shaft to retain the cutter deck.
Blower
Intake
Deck
Chute
Figure 4-19 Aligning Deck Chute With Blower Intake
3. Connect the drive shaft to the splined shaft of the
spindle on the tractor.
A. Move the collar on the drive shaft back and hold
it in place (Figure 4-15).
WARNING:
If the driveshaft is not securely fastened to the
spindle shaft it will come off the shaft and spin
out of control when the cutter blades are engaged.
Personal injury is possible as well extensive
machine damage.
B. Align the splines of the drive shaft with the
splined shaft of the spindle. Slide the drive shaft
onto the spindle shaft and release the collar. A
"clicking" sound must be heard after releasing the
collar to ensure that the drive shaft is securely
locked in place. If no "click" is heard, pull the
collar back and reinstall the drive shaft until a
click is heard.
4. Install the cutter deck springs.
A. Raise the cutter deck and lock in place using the
two prop rods (Figure 4-16).
B. Raise the seat to lower the spring bracket to the
springs.
C. Install the end of each spring to the spring
mounting bolts on the spring bracket. Be sure
each spring is seated properly and will not come
off.