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Checking the V-belts
Check every 100 hours of operation. Check for severe
cracking and large nicks.
NOTE: The belt will show some small cracks in normal
operation.
The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they
begin to slip from wear.
Deck belt
To replace deck belt
•
Park on a level surface. Apply park brake.
•
Lower the deck to the lowest cutting position.
•
Remove foot plate
•
Remove screws from both the left and right belt
shields, and remove shields.
•
Remove any dirt or grass that may have
accumulated around the cutter housings and
entire deck surface.
•
Use a ratchet with a
bolt to relieve the tension on the belt.
•
Carefully roll the belt over the top of the cutter
housing pulleys.
•
Remove the belt from around the electric clutch on
the engine shaft.
•
Reverse the procedure for installation. See the
decal on the top of the deck for belt routing
information.
•
After installation, check the belt for twists.
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MAINTENANCE
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" socket on the spring idler
9
16
WARNING!
The idler is spring loaded. Grip
the idler arm or ratchet firmly and
release slowly.
Slackening the belt tensioner
Belt routing, deck belt
8011-622
FRONT
8011-580
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