To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT PRY
BELTS OVER PULLEYS.
MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT
60” Mower Drive Belt Replacement
1.Remove the mower deck. See Mower Removal and Installation
2.Remove the screws securing both deck covers and remove the covers.
3.Using a spring puller or a small rope loop, release the idler arm tension spring (B, Figure 50).
4.Remove the drive belt from the right side arbor pulley (A, Figure 50). Remove the belt from the other pul- leys.
5.Inspect all pulleys for wear or bearing damage.
6.Lubricate the idler arm pivot with
7.Install the new drive belt as shown in the diagram in Figure 49.
8.Complete installation by following steps
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service
| BELT ROUTING VIEWED FROM TOP | ||
Outer | Drive |
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Pulley |
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Pulley | V Idler | ||
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| Outer | |
| Belt | Pulley | |
| Double V | V Idler | |
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FRONT | Center Pulley | ||
Figure 49. 60” Mower Deck Belt Routing
A | B |
Figure 50. 60” Mower Deck - Covers Removed
A.Right Side Arbor Pulley
B.Idler Arm Tension Spring
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