Auger Belt Installation - Power smart DB7659A-22 User Manual

7. Push the auger tension pulley arm to move
the auger brake, away from the belt to allow
removal of the belt.
1 – Auger Brake
8. Remove the auger belt.
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Auger Belt Installation

WARNING! Entanglement Hazard - Before
performing any service procedures, make
sure the engine is off and remove the spark
plug wire from the spark plug to ensure the
engine cannot accidently start.
NOTICE: Before installing the auger belt, see
Auger Belt and Related Component
Inspection and repair or replace any
components as required.
1. Inspect the new belt to ensure it is the correct
size and type.
• Original - Gates Truflex G 4LXP655
• Alternate - MTD 954-0219
2. Push the auger tension pulley arm to move
the auger brake to allow access for installation
of the belt into the auger pulley.
3. Route the belt to the inside of the tension
pulley and install the auger belt onto the drive
pulley while pulling the auger housing into
position with the main frame.