Honda Power Equipment HRC7113 DECK BELT ADJUSTMENT AND REPLACEMENT , Adjust Belt Tension

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS
DECK BELT ADJUSTMENT AND REPLACEMENT
Replace the deck belt if it is worn, frayed, or glazed. You will need to remove the
deck belt to replace the transmission belts and disconnect it to replace the blade
belt. Whenever you remove and replace the deck belt, check the adjustment of
the belt guides, belt tension, and the blade brake.
Moving belts and pulleys can cause serious injuries.
Do not operate engine with the belt cover(s)
removed.
Before removing belt cover(s) for maintenance,
remove key from ignition switch and disconnect the
spark plug lead.
Adjust Belt Tension
1. Remove the belt cover.
2. Fully lower the rear of the deck and move
the blade control ON.
Shown from beneath mower.
TENSIONER PULLEY
3. Measure the length of the tensioner spring.
TENSIONER SPRING LENGTH: 1% in
4. Move the blade control OFF to turn the
adjusting butterfly nut.
5. Check the blade brake adjustment if you
change the belt tension (page 41).
6. Install the belt cover.
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