Snapper ELT145H33FBV Traction drive belt replacement from previous, Deck Drive Belt

Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR

Traction drive belt replacement (Continued from previous page)

NOTE: When installing a new belt, make certain the stationary idler is mounted in the hole closest to the L.H. side of the tractor. See Figure 4.30.

4.Make certain belt is within belt guides of idlers.

5.Attach tension idler spring to tractor frame. See Figure 4.31.

6.Reinstall mower deck in reverse order of removal.

RIGHT REAR

TRACTOR FRAME

CONNECT SPRING

TO FRAME

4.4.7DECK BELT REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT

33" Deck Drive Belt

5.Remove old belt.

6.Replace with new belt, part number 2-6546 (33"), in reverse order.

7.Adjust idler pulley belt guide if necessary to obtain 1/16" clearance between belt and belt guide. See Figure 4.33

SPINDLE PULLEY

1/16”

CLEARANCE

IDLER PULLEY

FIGURE 4.33

FIGURE 4.31

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool.

4.4.7DECK BELT REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT 33" Deck Drive Belt

1.Place tractor on a firm level surface.

2.Turn engine "OFF". Remove key.

3.Remove mower deck.

4.Remove deck belt idler pulley and spindle pulley cover. See Figure 4.32.

REMOVE	REMOVE
SPINDLE	IDLER
PULLEY
COVER

FIGURE 4.32

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