REPLACE DRIVE BELT
Troubleshooting & Service
The drive belt is of special construction and must be replaced with original factory replacement belt available from your nearest dealer.
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1.Remove the belt cover. See “Remove The Belt Cover”.
2.Remove the drive belt (E, Figure 14) from the idler pulley (G).
3.Move the belt guide (B) away from the drive belt (E).
4.To reduce pressure on the drive belt (E), move the idler pulley (G) away from the belt. Remove the drive belt (E) from between the brake pad (F) and the brake roller (D).
5.Remove the old drive belt (E).
6.To install the new drive belt (E) , reverse the above steps.
7.Make sure the drive belt (E) is seated properly on the pulleys.
8.Set the belt guide to 3/32”(23 mm) clearance as shown in Figure 15.
NOTE: When the auger control lever is engaged,the belt guide must be 3/32” (23 mm) from the drive belt.
9. Install belt cover. See “Remove The Belt Cover”.
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Figure 14. Drive Belt Installation
A.Engine Pulley
B.Belt Guide
C.Brake Roller
D.Drive Belt
E.Brake Pad
F.Idler Pulley
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3/32 “ (2.3mm) 
Figure 15. Belt Guide
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