Yard-Man 604 manual Changing the Transmission Drive Belts, Upper Drive Belt

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Engine Pulley

Belt Guard

PTO belt

Deck Stop (mounted on tractor)

Idler Pulleys

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PTO Engagement Plate

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Right Hand Pulley

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Left Hand Pulley

NOTE: Belt covers not shown for clarity.

Figure 16

 

42-Inch Deck

42-Inch Deck

46-Inch Deck

 

(Electric PTO)

(Manual PTO)

(Electric PTO)

PTO (Top) Belt

754-0472

742-0485

754-0474

Bottom Belt

N/A

N/A

754-0349

 

 

 

 

CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT(S)

All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of cracking, shredding or rotting are present.

IMPORTANT: 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.

To change or replace the drive belt(s) on your tractor, proceed as follows:

NOTE: It’s recommended that both drive belts be replaced at the same time.

Remove the cutting deck as instructed earlier in this section.

After disconnecting the battery cables, remove the battery and battery tray from beneath the seat.

IMPORTANT: When removing the battery, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it’s terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. Re-install in reverse order.

Upper Drive Belt

Locate the transmission idler pulley on the upper drive belt by looking through the battery tray opening. See Figure 17.

Grasp the bracket and pivot the transmission idler pulley toward the rear of the tractor to release tension on the upper drive belt.

Remove the belt from around the transmission idler pulley.

Remove the upper drive belt from around the transmission pulley and the variable-speed pulley.

NOTE: Slowly rotate the pulley counterclockwise to roll the belt off of it.

Remove the upper drive belt by pulling it up through the battery tray opening.

Reroute the new upper drive belt as shown in Figure 17.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Calling Customer Support Table of ContentsFinding Your Model Number Important Safe Operation Practices General OperationService Slope OperationDo not ChildrenSafety Labels found on your unit Slope Gauge Attachments & Accessories Attaching the Battery CablesInstalling the Mulch KIT Tractor SET-UPControls Ignition Switch Indicator Monitor / Hour MeterThrottle Control Lever Choke ControlElectric PTO Power TAKE-OFF Knob PTO Power TAKE-OFF LeverAutodrive Pedal Brake PedalCruise Control Button Safety Interlock SwitchesShift Lever Setting the Cutting Height Setting the Cruise ControlStarting the Engine Stopping the EngineOperating the Headlights Using the Lift LeverDriving on Slopes Adjustments Engaging the PTOMowing Leveling the DeckCarburetor Adjustment Front to RearBrake Adjustment Seat AdjustmentSteering Adjustment Changing Engine Oil MaintenanceEngine Cleaning the Engine and Deck Cutting Deck RemovalInch decks w/ manual PTO Changing the Deck BeltsDecks w/ Electric PTO Changing the Transmission Drive Belts Upper Drive BeltFront of Tractor Lower Drive Belt Cutting Blades Battery TiresFuse ChargingLubrication Troubleshooting Guide Trouble Possible Corrective Action CausesModel Tractor Body Part DescriptionModel Lift Assembly Model Steering Assembly Model Drive System 31 30 12c Single-speed Transmission PTO belt for 42 deck shown Power Take-off System †46-inch Deck Brake Assembly Inch DeckCutting Decks Model Engine Accessories Briggs & Stratton Intek SingleElectrical System Page MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty for

604 specifications

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Safety is a key consideration in the design of the Yard-Man 604. It is equipped with a reliable safety switch that prevents accidental start-ups, along with sturdy handles that provide a secure grip during operation. These features, combined with a lightweight structure, make the mower accessible to a wide range of users.

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