MAINTENANCE 8, ADJUSTMENTS -
Blade Belt Adjustment and Replacement
Replace the blade belt if it is worn, frayed, or glazed.
Moving belts and pulleys can cause serious injuries.
Do not operate engine with the belt cover removed.
Before removing belt cover for maintenance, remove key
from ignition switch and disconnect all spark plug leads.
Inspect
1.
Remove the belt,cover.
2.
Move the blade control OFF.
3. Check the tensioner spring length.
MINIMUM SPRING LENGTH (Hook to Hook):
63/4 inches (172 mm)
4. If the spring length is less than specification, the belt needs
to be adjusted. -
-/I-/!. Positioning bolt
Right-side
spindle Tensioner spring
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