Maintenance (Continued)
! | WARNING | ! |
DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.
Replacing the Bearing On the Pulley End Of the Hex Shaft
To replace the bearing on the pulley end of the hex shaft, proceed as follows:
1.Hold the hex shaft with an adjustable wrench held next to the pulley.
2.Remove the 3/8” hex lock nut (B, Figure 34), located on the outside of the right wheel bracket.
3.Remove the holder (A),
4.Install the new bearing.
5.Carefully install the new
6.Install the bearing holder, and secure with screws.
7.Install the 3/8” hex lock nut.
Maintenance
D
C
Belt Service
On
(C). The drive disc powers the
Engine Drive Belt Replacement (Stretch Type Belts)
1.Empty the fuel tank.
2.Note the belt routing (Figure 35). There is no idler pulley on these models to disconnect.
A |
C |
B |
Figure 35: Engine drive belt routing
B |
A
Figure 34: Replacing the hex shaft bearing
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