Husqvarna 96732270101 Manuel D'instructions page 7

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NOTE: Older model decks may need to have the top hole
drilled into the deck.
3. Secure the latch to the deck with the spring pin and adjust
latch vertically ( on the fl ange. Mark the location of the
second hole and rotate the bracket out of the way. Drill a
7/16" hole at the mark.
4. Move the latch assembly into place and attach the latch at
the top hole with the bolt, spacer and nut.
NOTE: The latch assembly can remain on the deck when the
blower collection system is not used.
5. Slide the latch pins out and rotate up toward the upper
housing.
ASSEMBLY
6. Set the blower (D) on the deck with the mount slots over
the discharge chute mounting tabs.
7. Rotate the latch pin back down, assuring it passes through
the deck's front discharge chute mounting tab.
8. Pull the spring pin and rotate the lower rear latch until the
pin fi ts through the blower mounting bracket and deck
fl ange.
NOTE: The Drive Kit is not included with the collection
system. Install the drive kit before continuing.
INSTALLING DRIVE BELT
1. Install drive belt around pulley on blower.
2. Rotate belt keeper (A) within 1/8" of blower pulley and
tighten with 1/2" wrench.
3. Rotate blower idler (B) towards front of blower and place
belt over deck pulley. See illustration for correct belt
routing.
NOTE: It may be necessary to disengage the latch pins and
pivot the blower to aid in installing the drive belt. Reinstall the
latch pins after the belt installation.
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B
A