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FIG. 10
CUTTER DECK BELT ADJUSTMENT
e)
Proper belt tension will require about 10 lbs. side pull on belt, halfway
between pulleys, to deflect belt 1/2”. (See Figure 10, Point A).
5.2.6
Blade Brake Adjustment:
a)
Stop engine and remove spark plug wire(s).
b)
Disengage the blades.
c) Make sure the blade brake pad rests against the sheave. Adjust the spring
mounting bolts to properly align the pad on the sheave. See Figure 11.
d)
Check the distance between the spacer and the nut at the end of the
blade brake rod. The distance should be between 1/8” and 3/16”. See
figure 11.
e) Engage the blade control and check to make sure the blade brake pad
clears the sheave.
FIG. 11
BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
5.2.7
Belt Guide Adjustment:
a)
Stop engine and remove spark plug wire(s).
b)
Engage the blade drive belt.
c)
Check belt guides under the engine deck for proper adjustment (See
Figures 12 and 13). Adjust as necessary.
