Cub Cadet LTX 1046 Operator's Manual page 27

Changing the Deck Belt
WARNING!
The V-belts found on your tractor are
specially designed to engage and disengage safely.
A substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by
not disengaging completely. For a proper working
machine, use factory approved belts.
All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be
replaced if any signs of wear are present . To change or replace
the deck belt on your tractor, proceed as follows:
1. Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the
bottom notch on the right fender.
2. Carefully remove the belt from around the electric PTO
clutch. See Fig 7-5.
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Figure 7-5
NOTE: If there is too much tension on the belt for it to be
easily removed from the electric PTO clutch, carefully insert
a 3⁄8" drive ratchet wrench (set to tighten) into the square
hole found in the left-hand deck idler bracket and pivot it
toward the tractor's right side to relieve tension on the belt.
See Fig. 7-6.
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Deck Idler
Bracket
Figure 7-6
WARNING!
Avoid pinching injuries. Never place
your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt
and a pulley while removing the belt.
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