Service And Adjustment - Craftsman 486.252444 Owner's Manual

WARNING: Shut off (disengage) the Tine
Clutch Lever, the Tiller Engine and the Tractor
Engine before making any repairs.
TO REPLACE V-BELT
Replace V-belt if it has been damaged considerably from
slipping under heavy loads or if it show cracks or frayed
edges. Refer to figures 11 and 12.
IMPORTANT: Do not move or remove the belt guide.
If the position of the belt guide is accidentally altered,
return it to the correct setting (6-1/2" above the tine shield
support plate).
• Remove the screw from the top of the belt guard.
• Remove the hex nut from the rear of the guard.
• Remove the belt guard to allow access to drive belt.
• Disengage tine clutch lever and remove belt.
• Reverse above procedures for installation of new belt.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
FIG. 11
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FIG. 12