To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt - Husqvarna YTH2348 Owner's Manual

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT
(SEE FiG, 29)
MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL
Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake.
Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.
Disengage belt tension rod (K) from lock bracket (L).
A CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring I
_ loaded. Have a firm grip on rod and
U release slowly.
Remove screws (P) from mandrel covers (Q) and
remove covers.
Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accu-
mulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.
Remove belt from electric clutch pulley (M), both man-
drel pulleys (R) and att idler pulleys (V).
MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION
Install belt around all mandrel pulleys (R) and around
idler pulleys (V) as shown.
Install belt onto electric clutch pulley (M).
IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower
pulley grooves.
Reassemble mandrel covers (Q). Securely tighten all
screws.
Engage belt tension rod (K) on locking bracket (L).
I _IL CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring
_, loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and
U engage slowly,
Raise attachment lift lever to highest position.
FIG. 29
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