Kunz MR44B, MR44K owner manual F. DRIVE BELT REMOVAL AND TENSION - Refer to Figure

F.DRIVE BELT REMOVAL AND TENSION – Refer to Figure 10

WARNING: Shut off engine and allow mower blades to stop turning before making any adjustments or repairs.

Remove the safety shields.

Loosen the nuts on the spring-loaded idler; adjust bolt until the belt can be slipped off the idler and drive sheaves.

Slip the belt down under the drive sheave and off the blade spindle sheaves.

Install the new belt and then adjust the tension as follows: See Figure 10. Take special care to make sure that the belt is placed between the brake stud and the idler pulley.

Only Include

Spring in

Measurement

Front Clutch Engagement

Clutch Arm

Engine

Clutch Engaged Spring Length 2-3/4” to 3-1/4”

Clutch Disengaged Spring Length 3-1/4” to 4”

Brake Stud	No Less Than 1/2” Clearance With
	Clutch Engaged
	0” With Clutch Disengaged

Figure 10: Belt Pattern, Spring Adjustment, and Brake Adjustment

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