Regular Maintenance |
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Check the Mower Belt Idler Tensioner |
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Spring Length |
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1. | Park the machine on a smooth level surface such as a |
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2. | Lower the mower deck to its lowest cutting position. | ||
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3. Measure the coil length of the mower belt tensioner spring (A, Figure 49) and compare with the chart below.
If the measurement does not match the chart, adjust the mower belt idler tensioner spring length.
Adjusting the Mower Belt Idler Spring | A |
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1. Loosen the jam nut (C).
2. Turn the adjustment nut (D) until the correct |
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measurement as indicated by the chart is achieved. |
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3. Retighten the jam nut. |
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Deck Size | Measurement |
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| Figu e 49. Mower Belt Idler Spri g Length | |||
61” | 18,42 cm ± 0,13 cm |
| A. M wer Belt Tensi er Spri g |
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72” | 16,2 cm ± 0,64 cm |
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Deck Lift Assist Springs |
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The deck lift assist springs (A, Figure 50) are fact ry set to |
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provide optimal lifting performance. |
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Although they are fastened with an adjustable anchor, this is |
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not an adjustment point. |
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Do NOT attempt to adjust the spring length or lifting |
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performance will be compromised. |
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Figure 50. Deck Lift Assist Spring Location
A. Deck Lift Assist Spring
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