e)Check belt guide under the engine deck to see that it is properly set. (See Section 5.2.7). Also check the blade brake adjustment. (See Section 5.2.6)
5.2.6Blade Brake Adjustment:
a)Stop engine and remove spark plug wire(s).
b)Disengage blades.
c)Make sure the blade brake pad rests against the sheave. Adjust the spring mounting bolts to properly align the pad on the sheave. See Figure 18.
d)Check the distance between the spacer and the nut at the end of the blade brake rod. The distance should be between 1/8” and 3/16”. See figure 18.
e)Engage the blade control and check to make sure the blade brake pad clears the sheave.
FIG. 18
BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
5.2.7Belt Guide Adjustment
a)Stop engine and remove spark plug wire(s).
b)Engage the blade drive belt.
c)Check belt guide under the engine deck for proper adjustment (See Figures 19 and 20). Adjust as necessary.
The disengaged belt should not drag or fall off pulley when guides are properly adjusted.
NOTE: These drawings are viewed from underneath the engine deck.
FIG. 19 | FIG. 20 |
32" & 36" BELT GUIDE LOCATION | 48" BELT GUIDE LOCATION |
5.2.8Brake adjustment - See 3.8.6.
5.2.9Wheel drive linkage adjustment - See 3.8.5.
5.2.10Shifter lever adjustment - See 3.8.4.
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