Checking The V-Belts - Husqvarna BZ 27 Operator's Manual

Checking the V-belts

Deck belt
Check every 100 hours of operation. Check
for severe cracking and large nicks.
NOTE: The belt will show some small cracks
in normal operation.
To replace belt lower the deck to its lowest
position. Remove the foot plate and belt
shields.
Use a ratchet with a 9/16" socket on the
spring idler bolt to relieve the tension on the
belt. Slide the belt off of pulley and remove
the belt.
Reverse the proceedure for installation. See
the decal on the top of deck for belt routing
information.
After installation is complete check the belt for
twists.
Pump belt
Check belt every 100 hours for excessive
wear.
To replace belt. Relieve tension on the deck
belt and remove deck belt from clutch. See
"Deck belt" on page 46. Loosen bolt on the
clutch tie down and rotate out of the way.
Using a 1/2" drive ratchet inserted into the
square hole in the pump idler arm relieve the
tension on the pump belt and remove belt.
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MAINTENANCE
Slackening the belt tensioner
Belt routing, deck belt
Slackening the belt tension
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