SERVICE MOWER

Replacing Mower Drive Belt

cCAUTION: Avoid injury. STOP engine and wear gloves when replacing drive belt.

1.Park vehicle safely.

2.Remove mower deck. (See Removing Mower in Removing Mower section.)

3.Remove three cap screws and belt shields (A).

4.Put drive belt tension rod (B) in the released position as shown and disconnect idler spring (C).

5.Remove mower belt (D).

6.Clean upper mower deck and sheaves.

7.Inspect belt for wear or damage; replace as necessary.

8.Install belt (D) on mower deck as shown.

9.Connect idler spring (C).

10.Install two belt shields and fasten with three cap screws.

11.Install mower deck. (See Installing Mower in Installing Mower section.)

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Scotts S2048, S2554 manual Replacing Mower Drive Belt