4.
Pivot the discharge chute rearward until the
hole in the discharge chute elbow aligns
with the pin on the deck. Move the discharge
elbow down onto that pin as shown in (3)
of Figure 30.
5.
Secure the discharge chute elbow to the
cutting deck using wing knob (720-04122)
included with the hardware pack
689-02200. Refer to Figure 31.
50" & 54" Stamped Decks:
1.
Raise the deck to its highest position.
2.
Remove the deck pin rubber
protective cap, (1) in Figure 32.
3.
Raise the chute deflector (2) on the deck
and hold it while you install the chute
adapter (731-10133) (3), onto the
deck as shown in Figure 32.
4.
Insert the end of the discharge chute elbow
(1) into the hole provided in the deck wheel
mount as shown in the inset of Figure 33.
5.
Pivot the discharge chute rearward until
the hole in the discharge chute elbow
aligns with the pin on the deck adapter.
Move the discharge elbow down onto that
pin as shown in (2) of Figure 33.
6.
Secure the discharge chute elbow to the
cutting deck using wing knob (720-04122)
included in hardware pack 689-02200.
Refer back to Figure 31.
7.
Install the upper chute tube onto the
discharge chute elbow as shown in
Figure 34.
8.
With the bagger cover open, pivot the
upper chute tube into position so that the
chute rests in the upper chute support.
See Figure 35.
NOTE: Make sure to align the upper chute
with the ridges on the upper chute support.
9.
Close the grass catcher cover.
10. With the chute installed in its proper
orientation and the deck set in the lowest
cutting position, tighten the hose clamp on
the flexible tube extension, making sure
the clamp is still positioned over the wide
rubber adhesive strip.
ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
Figure 31
2
3
1
Figure 32
2
1
Figure 33
Figure 34
Figure 35
9
Install The Counter Weight
NOTE: The front weight kit is not utilized on the RZT-S (Steering Wheel) Residential Zero
Turn units. Do not attempt to mount it on RZT-S models, as it will not fit.
RZT models are available with two different front-end styles. Identify your RZT using the
images in the following instructions and follow the applicable steps.
This front-weight kit is required when operating any compatible zero-turn tractor
models equipped with a grass collector. Failure to install this kit may result in serious
injury or death. Before beginning installation, place the tractor on a firm and level
surface, set the parking brake, place the PTO in the disengaged (OFF) position, stop
the motor and remove the ignition key to prevent unintended starting.
RZT Models with a Pivoting Front Axle
NOTE: Having a second person assist you by holding the weight bar in place will ease in
completing the following steps.
1.
Insert the two 3-1/4" screws (710-3056)
from hardware pack 689-02200,
into the weight bar.
2.
Position the weight bar onto the foot
rest and secure it in place with two 3/8"
flange nuts (712-04065) from the same
hardware pack. See Figure 36.
NOTE: To hold and retain nut for tightening,
it may be necessary to insert the nut into the
box end of a combination wrench and slide
up through the opening in the floor board.
RZT Models with a Fixed Front Axle
1.
Attach the left mounting bracket and the
right mounting bracket to the weight
bar using two 2-1/2" screws (710-0859)
and 3/8" flange nuts (712-04065) from
hardware pack 689-02200. See Figure 37.
2.
Attach the weight bar assembly to the front
axle with a 3-1/4" screw (710-3056) and
flange nut (712-04063) from the hardware
pack 689-02200 on the left side. Repeat for
the right side. Do not fully tighten at this
time. See Figure 38.
3.
Visually center the weight bar assembly
on the tractor and tighten the hardware
installed in Step 2 to secure the brackets to
the front axle.
WARNING
Figure 36
Figure 37
Figure 38