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Maintenance (Continued)
WARNING
!
DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service
with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade.
Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark
plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious
burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.
Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working
around cutting blades. Blades are extremely sharp and can
cause severe injury.
Belt Service
The condition of the engine to transmission belt should be
checked after every 25 hours of mower operation.
Engine To Transmission Belt Replacement
1. Follow the WARNING statement found on this page.
2. Remove the retaining screw (F, Figure 15) that secures
the belt cover (E). Remove the belt cover. See Figure 4.5
3. Disconnect the belt (C) from the transmission pulley
(D).
4. Tilt the mower up on its rear wheels. Do not tilt the
mower with the spark plug or carburetor down.
5. Remove the retaining bolts and nuts (B) that secure the
blade (A). Remove the blade.
6. Remove the belt from around the engine pulley.
7. Install the new belt around the engine pulley. Insert the
belt through the opening in the deck.
8. Secure the blade with the bolts and nuts removed in
Step 5. Tighten the nuts and bolts to 30 to 40 ft. lbs.
9. Install the new belt over the transmission pulley. Install
the belt cover and secure with the retaining bolt. Tighten
securely.
!
C
Figure 15: Replacing the drive belt
B
D
F
E
A
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