Lastec 721XRT, Owner'S Manual

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Initial Set-Up
Deck Drive Belts
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3-12 Lastec//021819 Initial Set-Up
Also, use the height adjustment holes in the anti-scalp brackets to adjust all the anti-scalp
wheels to one of the two available height adjustments as shown below.
3.8 Deck Drive Belts
WARNING!

NEVER inspect, adjust, or change the deck drive belts while the tractor is running.

Always clean the entire deck (including under the belt covers) of all grease, oil, fuel,
grass or debris to prevent fire or projectile hazards.
CAUTION!

When cutting with new belts, do not over-power the Articulator within the first few
hours of operation. Listen for excessive belt slippage Check belt tension after 2
hours of operation. Check all belt tension adjustment hardware after the first 8 hours
of operation.
The overall life of the Articulator drive and deck belts is most greatly affected by the atten-
tion given them within their initial 8 hours of use than at any other time. Properly adjusted,
the belts can perform over 1000 hours of service. Improperly adjusted, they can fail within
a few hours. Be aware that over 50% of the total belt stretch will occur within the first few
hours of use.
The deck drive belts are located between the gearbox and the center mower deck, under
the center deck belt cover. To access the belts, remove the hardware and lift the cover
from the deck.
The spring-loaded idler automatically tensions the belts.
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Cutting
Height Cutting
Height
Cutting
Height Cutting
Height
Warning
Caution