Ariens IKON-X 42 CE Operator's Manual page 27

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1. Spring
2. Belt Cover
Figure 26
5. Remove hardware retaining idler arm and
two belt fingers from mower deck and
remove idler arm and belt fingers. Retain
all parts for reinstallation. See Figure 27.
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1. Idler Arm
2. Belt Finger
Figure 27
6. Remove deck drive belt.
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Install Deck Drive Belt
1. Install deck drive belt. See Figure 28.
IMPORTANT: Belt will not have tension until
routed around drive pulley and idler arm is
reinstalled.
Figure 28
2. Reinstall idler arm and belt fingers. See
Figure 27.
3. Secure idler spring to spring bracket so
drive belt has tension. See Figure 29.
1. Idler Spring
2. Spring Bracket
Figure 29
4. Reinstall belt covers and secure each
with self-tapping screws removed earlier.
IMPORTANT: Make sure belt has tension and
remains aligned after installation is complete.
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