Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Remove key. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades. Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury.
4.3BELT SERVICE
The condition of the engine to transmission belt should be checked after every 25 hours of mower operation.
4.3.1. Engine To Transmission Belt Replacement
1. Follow WARNING statement found on this page.
2. Remove the retaining screws that secure the belt cover. Remove the belt cover. See Figure 4.5
3. Disconnect belt from transmission pulley.
4. Tilt mower up on its rear wheels. Do not tilt mower with spark plug or carburetor down.
5. Remove the retaining bolts and nuts that secure the blade. Remove blade. See Figure 4.5.
6. Remove the belt from around engine pulley.
7. Install the new belt from around engine pulley. Insert belt through opening in deck.
8. Secure the blade with retaining bolts and nuts. Tighten nuts and bolts to 30 to 40 ft. lbs.
9. Install new belt over transmission pulley. Install belt cover and secure with retaining bolts. Tighten securely.
TILT MOWER
UP ON ITS
BACK WHEELS!
REMOVE MOUNTING
SCREWS AND NYLON
LOCK NUTS
TRACTION
BELT
RETAINING
SCREW
DRIVE
BELT
COVER
FIGURE 4.5
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