4. Pull the lift lever for the cutting deck rearward to its
locked position to lift up the cutting deck.
5. Release the clip on the front cover with the tool
attached to the ignition key, and remove the cover.
6. Pull the spring handle out from the spring holder to
loosen the drive belt tension.
7. Lift the cutting height stay and put it in the holder.
8. Remove the drive belt and put it in the belt holder.
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9. Lower the cutting deck.
10. Lift the equipment frame lock to vertical position.
11. Hold the front edge of the cutting deck with 2 hands
and pull it out.
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