9. Remove the upper transmission drive belt from the
idler pulley and remove it from the machine (Fig.
268).
Fig 268
Installation
1. Secure the idler arm with a strap so the belt will not
be under tension during installation. Install the upper
transmission drive belt onto the idler pulley (Fig.
269).
Fig 269
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2. Route the belt into the top groove of the variable
speed pulley (Fig. 270).
PICT-7284
3. Position the transmission pulley above the trans-
mission and rout the upper transmission belt around
it. Engage the grooves in the pulley with the splines
of the transmission pulley hub (Fig. 271).
PICT-7286a
CHASSIS
Fig 270
PICT-7287a
Fig 271
PICT-7289a
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