MOWER DECK
6-8
Toro TimeCutter SS/MX/ZS Service Manual
6
50 Inch Fabricated Deck
(Fig� 098)
Fig. 098 PICT-1065
Inspecting the Belts
Service Interval: Every 25 hours – Check the belts for
wear�
Check the belts for cracks, frayed edges, burn marks or
any other damage� Replace damaged belts�
PTO Belt Replacement
1� Park the unit on a level surface and disengage the
PTO switch�
2� Move the motion control levers outward to the park
position, stop engine, remove key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position�
3� Set the height-of-cut to the lowest cutting position�
4� If necessary, remove the belt covers�
5� If necessary, loosen belt guide to allow belt past (32”
only)�
6� Using a spring tool, (Toro part no� 92-5771), remove
the idler spring from the deck hook to relieve idler
pulley tension� Roll the belt off of the pulley(s)�
7� Route the new belt around the engine pulley and
deck pulley�
8� Using a spring tool, (Toro part no� 92-5771), connect
the idler spring to the deck hook while placing
tension on the idler pulley and deck belt�
Note: Do not install idler/tensioner spring before
wrapping belt around pulleys. Excessive
spring stretch will occur.
A� Idler pulley E� Engine pulley
B� Deck belt F� Spring tool
C� Spindle pulley G� Deck handles
D� Spring
A
B
D
E
F
C
G
G
C