Warning - Cub Cadet 2166 Operator's Manual

Figure 54
11. Twist the PTO belt 1/4 turn to engage the narrow
sides of the belt into the grooves of the two tractor
front-lower pulleys (Refer to Figure 55).
TRACTOR FRONT
LOWER PULLEYS
Figure 55
12. From the front of the tractor, push the PTO belt
through the front lift rod, then to the center of the
deck. Ensure that the forward end of the belt
remains positioned inside the front lower pulleys.
13. Install the rearward end of the PTO belt on the
upper pulley of the deck center double-pulley
(Refer to Figure 56). Ensure that the narrow side
of the belt engages the groove of the upper pulley.
14. While holding the belt in position, rotate and
engage the deck idler arm lever into its stop
bracket to provide tension on the PTO belt (Refer
to Figure 57).
PTO
CLUTCH
PULLEY
PTO
BELT
PTO BELT
FRONT LIFT
ROD/BRACKET
ASSEMBLY
15. Connect the spark plug wire.
PTO BELT
FRONT OF DECK
LEVER STOP
BRACKET
C. MAINTENANCE
CLEANING AND BLADE CARE

WARNING

Before performing any maintenance, place the
PTO switch in the "OFF" position, engage the
brake pedal lock, turn the ignition key to the
"OFF" position and remove the key from the
switch to avoid accidental starting and injury.
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MOWER DECK
CENTER DOUBLE
PULLEY
Figure 56
IDLER ARM
LEVER
Figure 57