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MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT
1. Remove mower from tractor as instructed in nMower
Removal.
2. Remove the self-tapping screws from the covers. The 42
inch mower has 10 screws. The 48 inch mower has 14
screws.
3. For the 42 inch mower, remove the cotter pin and pull
back the right-hand levelling bar (D). Lift the right-hand
belt cover over the lift anchor. Remove the left-hand
cover.
4. For the 48 inch mower, lift the bail assembly slightly to
provide access for cover removal. Remove the left-hand
belt cover first. Then spring the inner edge of the right-
hand belt cover up over the lift anchor (G) and slide it out
from under the levelling rod.
5. Clean the interior of the mower belt housing.
6. The idler pulley arm pivots at the lift anchor. Make sure
the arm pivots freely. Lubricate the idler pivot fitting as
necessary with a drop of oil or a shot of grease (if
equipped with grease fitting). Do not get oil or grease on
the mower belt.
7. Unhook the idler spring (B) from the idler (A). Remove
the old belt from the pulleys. Install the new belt and
reattach idler spring (B).
8. Reinstall the belt covers and connect the levelling bars.
Be sure to spread cotter pin legs fully. When installing
the right-hand belt cover, be sure the belt is positioned in
the belt guide which is located on bottom of belt cover.
Figure 21. Mower Drive Belt - 42 inch Mower Shown
A. Idler Pulley
B. Mower Belt
C. Height Adjusting Lever
D. Leveling Bar, RH
E. Belt Covers
F. Leveling Bar, LH
G. Lift Anchor
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