AFTER OPERATION

ADJUSTMENTS

 

 

 

 

1.Shut off engine.

2.Recheck cutter drive belts for proper tension, align- ment, and any signs of rubbing. Correct and adjust as necessary.

To "freewheel" or move the mower around without the engine running, rotate both dump valve levers located at the back of the pumps to "freewheel" positions, approximately 1/2 a turn (see figure below). Levers must be returned to original position to operate the mower.

Dump Valve Levers

(normal position)

SGB112

-NOTE-

Bolts will not always be in this position. To close the dump valve, rotate until bolt stops.

CAUTION:

Stop engine and remove key from ignition before making any adjustments. Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop before beginning work.

BELT TENSION

-NOTE-

The Hydro Drive Belt is spring-loaded and does not require adjustment.

To adjust the cutter deck drive and blade belts:

1. Remove the belt cover.

RH Belt Tension

Engaugement Idler

Adjustment Idler

 

Tension Check

Point

2.To adjust the cutter deck drive belt: Adjust the nut so that the belt moves 1/2" with 10 pounds of pressure. (See figure below).

End Of L-Shaped

"J" Bolt

Belt

Bracket

 

 

 

Nut

 

 

Washer

 

 

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Cutter Deck Drive Belt Tension Alignment-

Idler - L.H.

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