Cub Cadet GT-2544 - Manual (Page 36)

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CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
The mower can be set in multiple positions. NOTE: If
multiple settings are used while mowing, it may be
necessary to adjust the gauge wheels for each setting
to prevent scalping.
1. Push, or pull, the tractor implement lift handle to
depress the button on top of the lift handle.
2. Raise or lower the lift handle to obtain the desired
mower deck cutting height.
3. Release the button when the desired mower
position is obtained. Note the numbered position of
the lift lever indicator so that the deck can be
returned to this position.
B. REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF
DECK ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL OF DECK
WARNING
Before removing the mower deck, place the
PTO switch in the “OFF” position, engage the
brake pedal lock, turn the ignition key to the
“OFF” position and remove the key from the
switch. Disconnect the spark plug wires for
additional safety.
1. Position the tractor and mower deck on a firm,
level surface. Raise the gauge wheels to their
highest setting in the gauge wheel brackets (Refer
to Figure 33).
WARNING
When handling the mower deck, be careful not
to cut yourself on the sharp blades. The deck
idler arm lever is spring loaded. Release it
slowly.
2. Lower the tractor implement lift handle to its lowest
setting. Disengage the deck idler arm lever from
the stop bracket and release the spring tension by
rotating the lever out and rearward (Refer to Figure
34).
Figure 34
3. Remove the rearward end of the PTO belt from the
upper pulley of the deck center double-pulley (See
Figure 35). Engage the deck idler arm lever back
into the stop bracket (Refer to Figure 34).
Figure 35
WARNING
The exhaust system is HOT. To avoid personal
injury, allow the engine and exhaust system to
cool before proceeding with the following PTO
belt removal instructions.
IDLER ARM
LEVER
LEVER STOP
BRACKET
MOWER DECK
CENTER DOUBLE
PULLEY
PTO BELT
FRONT OF DECK