Transaxle Belt Adjustment; Tires - HUSTLER Raptor General Service Manual

Transaxle Belt Adjustment

The transaxle drive belt tension remains constant by means of
a tension idler and spring. There is no tension adjustment of this
belt. Figure 4-10
NOTE: Inspect the belt every month and replace as needed.
Replace the belt every two (2) years.
WARNING
If the transaxle belt fails, loss of control will occur espe-
cially when operating on a slope. If you lose steering con-
trol while operating the machine, place the steering
control levers in the park brake position immediately.
Inspect the machine and involve your dealer to resolve
the problem.

Tires

It is important for level mowing that the tires have the same
amount of air pressure. The recommended pressures are:
Drive wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12 psi (55-83 KPa)
Front wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12 psi (55-83 KPa)
REV A
Top view with engine removed
Hydraulic
pump belt
Spring
If you wish to use non-pneumatic tires on your Hustler
mower the tires must be an approved tire purchased from Hus-
®
tler Turf Equipment. Warranty claims will be denied on any
mower equipped with unapproved non-pneumatic tires.
4-4
Tension idler
Figure 4-10
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