18
Jr.
Sodcutter
MAINTENANCE
DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
1. Remove shield on left side of unit.
2. Remove nut securing brake band to clutch
control rod.
3. Remove cotter pin on outside of guard support
rod and move brake band over to nut on rod.
4. Loosen two bolts
A
securing belt guide to
provide clearance when removing belt.
5. Remove belt from engine pulley. To do this,
loosen upper and lower belt guards, or remove
the engine pulley.
6. Install new belt in reverse procedure. Route the
belt as shown.
7. Adjust belt and brake band. See Adjustment
Section.
DRIVE CHAIN REMOVAL
1. Raise unit, place on adequate supports and
remove belt guard.
2. Remove four (4) screws securing gear case
cover.
3. Remove throttle cable from engine and lay
behind cam case.
4. Remove dipstick from cover.
5. Remove screw, flat washer, nut and bushing from
right lower side of "H" frame.
6. Using a screwdriver, lift gear case cover to break
sealant bond and remove cover.
7. Drain oil out of front cavity on case, and turn
drive wheels until master link is on top of
sprocket.
8. Connect new chain to old with master link.
Rotate drive wheels until new chain is pulled
around. Remove old chain and connect new
chain with a new master link.
9. Complete installation by reversing procedure
Clean mating surfaces on case and cover. Apply
3M Scotch Grip 847 or an equivalent adhesive to
case cover before installation.