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Figure 28
FRONT DRIVE BELT
1. To remove the front drive belt, first remove the
rear drive belt from the idler pulley and variable
speed pulley.
2. Place the lift lever in the BLADES STOP posi-
tion.
3. Remove the belt keeper pins from the engine
pulley belt guard. Refer to Figure 25.
NOTE:
Make certain belt keeper pins are
reassembled as shown in Figure 25.
4. Unhook the deck belt from the engine pulley.
5. Remove the center bolt, lock washer and flat
washer, and let the engine pulley drop down so
the belt is past the belt guards.
Figure 29
6. Place the clutch-brake pedal in park position.
7. Push forward on the variable speed pulley, lift the
belt off the engine pulley, and remove the belt
from the pulley.
8. Release the clutch-brake pedal. Using the pedal
to move the variable speed pulley as necessary,
lift the belt up and off the variable speed pulley.
NOTE:
When reassembling, make certain belt is
inside the pins. See Figure 25.
Figure 30
9. Reassemble with a new belt, following instruc-
tions in reverse order.
10. Adjust the speed control as instructed in adjust-
ment section.
SECTION 11: OFF-SEASON
STORAGE
If the machine is to be inoperative for a period
longer than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows.
1.
Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.
2.
Lubricate all lubrication points. Wipe the entire
machine with an oiled rag to protect the
surfaces.
3.
Refer to the engine manual for correct engine
storage instructions. The engine must be
completely drained of fuel to prevent gum
deposits from forming on essential carburetor
parts, fuel lines and fuel tanks.
4.
Charge battery fully. The battery loses some
of its charge each day when the unit is not used.
NEVER store battery without a full charge.
Recharge battery before returning to service or
every two months, whichever occurs first.
5.
When storing unit for extended periods,
disconnect battery cables. Removing battery
from unit is recommended.
6.
Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next
to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
NOTE:
When storing any type of power equipment
in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care
should be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a
light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially
any chains, springs, bearings and cables.
Transmission
Pulley
Shift Lever Bracket
Hex Bolt
Rear
Drive
Belt
Idler
Pulley
Variable
Speed Pulley
Center Bolt
Lock Washer
Flat Washer
Variable
Speed Pulley
Pins
