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5.3 Belt Tension Adjustment
The pump drive belt is self-adjusting, and requires no adjustment, just replacement. The blade drive belt is
self-adjusting also and requires no adjustment, just replacement.
5.3.1Replacing the Cutter Deck Belt
Stop engine and remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Remove deck covers
Remove belt by using a ½” ratchet and extension to relieve belt tension. (See figure)
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5.3.2 Replacing the Drive Belt
Stop engine and remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Remove the deck covers and remove the engine to blade belt. (Refer to replacing the cutter deck
belt section)
Raise front of unit and secure
Remove the clutch stop
Remove belt
Reinstall in reverse order. Figure below shows belt configuration.
NOTE: Ensure clutch stop is reinstalled