Replacing The Belt - Troy-Bilt Mustang Series RZT Operator's Manual

Replacing the Belt

1. Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to Deck
Removal).
2. Loosen, but do not remove the hardware on the right and
left idler pulley. Refer to Figure 7-8 for 42" decks, Figure 7-9
for 46" decks and Figure 7-10 for 50" & 54" decks.
42" Decks Belt Cover
Hex
Washer
Screws
Spindle Pulley
Idler Pulley
Idler Arm
PTO Pulley
Figure 7-8
46" Decks
Hex Washer
Belt Cover
Screws
Spindle Pulley
Idler Pulley
Idler Arm
PTO Pulley
Figure 7-9
Spindle Pulley
Belt Guards
Idler Pulley
Spindle Pulley
Belt Guard
Idler Pulley
50" & 54" Decks
Spindle Pulley
Spindle Pulley
Idler Pulley
Idler Arm
PTO Pulley
Figure 7-10
NOTE: Take note of the position of the belt guards to ensure
they are properly re-installed.
NOTE: On Some decks it may be necessary to remove the
spindle covers to remove and/or install the new belt. To
remove the spindle covers, remove the screws securing
them to the deck.
3. Carefully remove the belt from around the idler pulleys and
the spindle pulleys.
4. Install the new belt around the pulleys as shown and
reinstall the belt covers.
5. Place the belt around the idler pulleys removed in step 3
with the "V" side facing in. Once in place, reinstall all the
hardware and tighten the flange lock nut to secure the
assembly.
6. Route the belt as shown and then reinstall the deck (refer
to Deck Installation).
Belt Guards
Idler Pulley
Spindle Pulley
S 7 — S
ECTION ERVICE 33