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85397-85398 Rev F
SERVICE
V-BELT
TRANSAXLE
FIGURE 6
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V-BELT
IDLER PULLEY
ADJUSTER
V-BELT IDLER
PULLEY
ENGINE
PULLEY
AS VIEWED FROM BOTTOM OF MACHINE
FIGURE 7
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CABLE ADJUSTER
DIRECTION CONTROL
HANDLE
DIRECTION
CONTROL
CABLE
TRANSAXLE V-BELT ADJUSTMENT
(See Figure 6)
The transaxle is driven by a V-belt from the engine.
Tension on the V-belt is maintained by an idler pulley
that is mounted to the deck. The idler can be adjusted
to set the V-belt tension.
Before adjusting, inspect the V-belt wear or damage
and check the bearings in the idler pulley. Check the
hardware holding the engine and the transaxle to the
frame. Check for a buildup of dirt and debris in the V-
belt grooves pulleys, clean as needed.
To adjust the idler pulley, loosen the nut on the pulley
(accessible only from under the machine) and slide
the pulley along the slot. Test and repeat adjustment if
required. Replace V-belt if proper operation cannot be
reached with adjustment.
DIRECTION CONTROL HANDLE CABLE
ADJUSTMENT
(See Figure 7)
The direction control cable can be adjusted to correct
the forward/reverse speeds and to recenter the
“neutral” position of the direction handle. The cable
has an adjuster where it mounts to the handlebar.
Adjusting the cable will change the forward speed,
the reverse speed and the location of “neutral” all at
the same time. Before adjusting, inspect the cable for
damage and wear and inspect the direction control
handle. It should move freely and not bind when
moved. Also inspect where the cable attaches to the
transaxle and the transaxle shift arm.
Make minor adjustments. To adjust the cable, loosen
the nuts holding the cable change the adjustment
by turning the nuts one turn at a time
until speed or
direction is corrected.
Ensure that the machine will freewheel when the
“neutral” knob is pulled out (located on the right side of
the frame). Make sure that the machine will not creep
or move on its own without the direction handle being
activated. Secure adjustment by tightening the adjuster
nuts. Test and repeat adjustment if required.
