Removing and Replacing the V-Belt
Replace the Tine Drive
WHEN PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, YOU MUST FIRST SHUT OFF THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO ALLOW PARTS TO COOL AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE, KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG.
DO NOT MOVE OR REMOVE THE BELT GUIDE (FIGURE 20). IF YOU ACCIDENTALLY ALTER THE POSITION OF THE BELT GUIDE, RETURN IT TO THE CORRECT SETTING OF
Tools and Supplies Needed:
•Screwdriver
•7/16" Socket
1.Remove the Screw from the top of the Belt Guard (Figure 19).
2.Remove the Hex Nut from the rear of the Belt Guard using a 7/16" Socket and remove the Belt Guard (Figure 19).
3.Disengage the Tine Clutch Lever (Figure 19) and remove the worn Belt.
Tip: Lifting up on the Clutch Idler Pulley (Figure 20) may help in removing the Belt.
4. Reinstall a new Belt (Figure 20), engage the Tine Clutch Lever, and replace the Belt Guard.
Belt Guide
Clutch Idler Pulley
Disengage
Belt Cover
Top Screw
Fender
Belt Routing
Figure 19 | Figure 20 |
| Hex Nut |
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