Great Dane GCBV2348S, GCBV2361S, GCKA1952S, GCBR2661S Removing and Installing Mower Deck Drive Belt

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4.Loosen jam nut (A).

5.Check the mower deck drive belt (B) tension. The belt should deflect a maximum of 13 mm (1/2 in.) when a force of 4.5 kg (10 lb) is applied to the center of the longest span.

When properly adjusted, there would be approximately a 2 mm (1/16 in.) gap between the spring coils.

•To increase belt tension: Turn nut (C) clockwise.

•To decrease belt tension: Turn nut (C) counterclockwise. 6.Tighten jam nut (A).

7.Lower foot platform.

Removing and Installing Mower Deck Drive Belt

1.Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2.Raise foot platform.

3.Remove mower deck drive belt covers.

4.Release mower deck drive belt tension by turning the tension adjuster nut (A) counterclockwise.

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Fingers and hands can be pinched or crushed. Keeps hands clear of sheave and belt pinch points when servicing belt.

5.Remove mower deck drive belt (B).

A- PTO Clutch Sheave

B- Mower Deck Drive Belt

C- Tension Idler Sheave

D- Left Spindle Sheave

E- Center Spindle Sheave

F - Idler Sheave

G- Right Spindle Sheave

H- Idler Sheave

6.Install new mower deck drive belt (B) as shown. 7.Adjust belt tension.

8.Install mower deck drive belt covers. 9.Lower foot platform.

Checking and Replacing Mower Blades

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Do not work near raised mower deck unless it is safely supported.

•Mower blades are sharp. Wrap blades or wear gloves when servicing.

•Before performing any service function, wait for all moving parts to stop turning.

•Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire before making repairs.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Page Introduction IntroductionProduct Identification Safety Labels Safety LabelsUnderstanding The Machine Safety Labels Safety Labels Avoid Crushing Safety SafetyChecking Mowing Area Parking Safely Using a Spark ArrestorRotating Blades are Dangerous Keep Rops Installed Properly Protect ChildrenAvoid Tipping Use Seat Belt ProperlyMaintenance and Storage Keep Riders OffAvoid High Pressure Fluids Driving Safely on Public RoadsPrevent Fires Tire SafetyHandling Fuel Safely Daily Operating Checklist OperatingOperating Handling Waste Product and ChemicalsOperator Station Controls Miscellaneous ControlsMounting and Dismounting Machine Safely Raising and Lowering Operator SeatUsing Seat Belt Adjusting SeatRaising and Lowering Rops Adjusting Mower Deck Cutting Height Adjusting Mower Deck Anti-Scalp WheelsTesting Safety Systems Testing PTO SwitchTesting Park Brake Switch Testing Neutral Start SwitchTesting Seat Switch Testing the Park BrakeUsing the Park Brake ProcedureUsing the Key Switch Using the PTOUsing the Throttle Lever Using the HourmeterUsing the Choke Using the Motion Control LeversEngage Choke Disengage ChokeForward ReverseGentle Left Turn Gentle Right TurnSharp Left Turn Starting the EngineSharp Right Turn Engaging Mower Stopping the EngineTransporting Machine Mowing TipsService Intervals Service IntervalsService Lubrication Service LubricationGrease Spray LubricantService Engine Service EngineEngine Warranty Maintenance Statement Avoid FumesChanging Engine Oil and Filter Checking Engine Oil LevelOil Capacity With Filter Dry Cleaning Engine Air Intake Screen and Fan Checking and Cleaning Air Filter ElementsAdjusting Carburetor Replacing Fuel FilterService Transmission Service TransmissionHydraulic Oil Checking Hydraulic Oil LevelRemoving and Installing Traction Drive Belt Cleaning Hydraulic Pump Cooling FinsChecking and Adjusting Motion Control Linkages Maximum Speed Drift Adjustment Neutral Creep AdjustmentCheck Maximum Speed Drift Service Transmission Hydraulic System Hose Routing Service Steering & Brakes Service Steering & BrakesHydraulic System Schematic Removing and Installing Front Caster Wheels Adjusting Front Caster Spindle BearingInstalling Servicing Front Caster Wheel Roller Bearings ChariotServicing Caster Spindle Bearings Height Adjustment ProcedureCheck Alignment Service Mower Service MowerAdjusting Park Brake Removing and Installing Mower Deck Foot Plate Removing and Installing Mower Deck Belt Shields Leveling Mower DeckPicture Note Discharge chute raised for photo clarity Adjusting Level Side-to-SideChecking Level Front-to-Rear Adjusting Deck Lift Assist Spring Tension Checking and Adjusting Cutting HeightChecking and Adjusting Mower Deck Drive Belt Tension Removing and Installing Mower Deck Drive Belt Checking and Replacing Mower BladesSharpening Blades Balancing BladesReplacing Mower Spindle Bearings Replacing Mower BladesService Electrical Service ElectricalService the Battery Safely Removing and Installing the BatteryCleaning Battery and Terminals Using Booster BatteryReplacing Fuse Burnishing the PTO ClutchWiring Schematic Service Miscellaneous Service MiscellaneousTroubleshooting TroubleshootingCleaning and Repairing Plastic Surfaces Cleaning and Repairing Metal SurfacesElectrical System EngineCheck Machine Park BrakeSteering Mower DeckStorage StorageAssembly AssemblySpecifications SpecificationsGetting Quality Service Getting Quality ServiceGetting Quality Service Engine and Related Components B&S 23 HP Vanguard Description RemarksEngine and Related Components B&S 26 HP ELS Ref. No Description Qty Remarks Engine and Related Components Kawasaki KAI/KOHLER $,/$ $,/$ Locknut Fuel Delivery System Components Ref. No Description Qty RemarksOver the LAP Control Assembly Electrical and Related Components Fuse Console and Control Assembly Console Hydrostatic Drive System Components Ref.No Description Qty Remarks Traction Drive and Brakes Pivot Hydraulic Schematic Seat Standard Chariot Frame Assembly Frame Front Caster Assembly Yoke Caster Rops 200550Page Spindle Assembly Ref. No Description Qty Remarks Deck Lift Assembly Bearing CAP Cutting Deck Mower Deck 52 & 61 Cutting Deck Description Labels Decal Hydro OIL Specs