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CAUTION
ALWAYS
handle the lawn mower blade wearing thick gloves suitable for purpose.
Lawn mower blades can be sharp and cause personal injury if handled incorrectly.
7.43
We recommend inspecting the drive belt as part of an annual inspection.
More frequently during periods of heavy use.
7.44
If drive has been lost, check the cable adjustment first as set out in sections 3.32
to 3.35 before inspecting the belt.
7.45
7.46
Remove the lawn mower blade as set out in sections 7.37 to 7.42.
7.47
Remove the drive coupling and spacer (1 & 2).
Be careful not to lose the keyway attached to the drive shaft (3).
7.48
Remove the plastic drive belt guard by undoing the 2 bolts and screw holding it in
place (1) to expose the drive belt (2).
7.49
Inspect the belt for wear or damage and check tension (3).
There should be no more than 10mm free play when gently checking tension.
DRIVE BELT
1
2
3
1
2
3
