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Use low range or reduce ground speed when mowing in
heavy conditions.
Replacing the Blade Drive Belt
Removing the Blade Drive Belt
1. Remove the mower; refer to Removing the Mower,
page 11.
2. Remove the pulley cover mounting screws and pulley
covers from the blade pulleys (Fig. 36).
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Figure 36
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1. Pulley cover screw
2. Pulley cover
3. Release the spring (Fig. 36).
4. Remove the belt from the pulleys (Fig. 36).
Troubleshooting
Problem
Abnormal vibration.
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3. Mower belt
4. Spring
Possible Causes
1. A blade is bent or unbalanced.
2. A blade mounting bolt is loose.
3. The engine mounting bolts are
loose.
4. A loose engine pulley, idler
pulley, or blade pulley.
5. The engine pulley is damaged.
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Installing the Blade Drive Belt
1. Install the new belt around the blade pulleys and the
idler pulleys.
2. Attach the spring (Fig. 36).
3. Install the left and right pulley covers with the
mounting screws (Fig. 36).
4. Install the mower; refer to Installing the Mower,
page 5.
Storage
1. Clean dirt and chaff from the top of the mower.
2. Scrape heavy buildup of grass and dirt from the
underside of the mower. Then wash the mower with a
garden hose. Run the tractor for two to three minutes.
3. Check the condition of the blades; refer to Cutting
Blade, page 16.
4. Check the condition of the blade drive belt.
5. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or
replace any part that is damaged.
6. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is
available from you Authorized Service Dealer.
7. Store the mower in a clean, dry garage or storage area.
8. Cover the mower to protect it and keep it clean.
Corrective Action
1. Install new blades.
2. Tighten the blade mounting
bolts.
3. Tighten the engine mounting
bolts.
4. Tighten the appropriate pulley.
5. Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.
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