DR Power 46 Lawn Mower Deck - Manual (Page 15)

DR 46" LAWN MOWER DECK Safety & Operating Instructions 11
Removing the Brush Deck
WARNING! Before performing any maintenance procedure, stop the engine
and disconnect the spark plug wire(s).
Figure 5
1. Remove the black belt guard by unscrewing the black knob, lifting the cover and pulling
up and back to remove it.
2. Using a 1/2" wrench or socket, remove the lock nut on the anti-rotation strap and pull
the strap away from the post (Figure 5).
Note: Your anti-rotation strap may look different than the one pictured.
3. Rotate the Clutch counterclockwise to release the tension on the Blade Clutch Spring
(Figure 6).
4. Remove the Blade Clutch Spring (Figure 6).
5. Remove the Extension Spring (Figure 7). Use vise grip pliers to remove the spring, or
make a simple wire pull using the cable tie provided or a piece of wire as shown in the
photo.
Figure 6
CAUTION! The Extension Spring ( Figure 7 ) has considerable tension.
Figure 7