Snapper ELT19540RD, FLT19540RD, ELT2240RD manual Arbor Drive Belt Replacement, Mower Blade Timing

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Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service

Figure 42. Mower Blade Timing

Arbor Drive Belt Replacement

1.With the deck installed, park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, shut the engine off, and remove the key.

2.Remove the mower deck (see “Mower Deck Removal”).

3.Remove the belt cover for the PTO pulley (A, Figure 43).

4.Unhitch the idler spring (B) from the hole at the frame bracket.

5.Remove the PTO belt (C).

6.Install a new belt on the PTO pulley (A) and idler pulley (D) as shown.

7.Hitch the idler spring back on the frame bracket.

NOTE: The PTO belt of the mower is tensioned by means of a pulley with a spring. If the tension releases, increase it by placing the eye of the spring into the second hole in the pulley lever, or in another hole at the frame bracket.

8. Reinstall the belt cover.

A

B

D

C

 

 

Figure 43. Mower Deck (Belt Covers Removed)

A.PTO Pulley

B.Spring

C.Belt

D.Idler Pulley

E.Idler Assembly

A

Figure 44. Tighten Idler Assembly Capscrew A. 3/8” Ratchet and Extension

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ELT19540RD, FLT19540RD, ELT2240RD specifications

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