Maintenance
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Where to Add Grease
1.
Lubricate the blade spindles (Fig. 35).
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Figure 35
Blade Drive Belt
Removing the Blade Drive Belt
1.
Remove the mower; refer to Removing the
Mower, page 11.
2.
Remove the pulley cover mounting screws and
pulley covers from the blade pulleys (Fig. 36).
3.
Release the spring (Fig. 36).
4.
Remove the belt from the pulleys (Fig. 36).
Installing the Blade Drive Belt
1.
Install the new belt around the blade pulleys and
the idler pulleys.
2.
Attach the spring (Fig. 36).
3.
Install the left and right pulley covers with the
mounting screws (Fig. 36).
4.
Install the mower; refer to Installing the Mower,
page 4.
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4
3
2
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Figure 36
Top View
1.
Pulley cover screw
2.
Pulley cover
3.
Belt Guides
4.
Mower belt
5.
Spring
Storage
1.
Clean dirt and chaff from the top of the mower.
2.
Scrape heavy buildup of grass and dirt from the
underside of the mower. Then wash the mower
with a garden hose. Run the tractor for two to
three minutes.
3.
Check the condition of the blade(s); refer to
Cutting Blade, page 19.
4.
Check the condition of the blade drive belt.
5.
Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws.
Repair or replace any part that is damaged or
defective.
6.
Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint
is available from you Authorized Service Dealer.
7.
Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or
storage area. Remove the key from the ignition
switch and keep it in a memorable place. Cover
the machine to protect it and keep it clean.
