Simplicity GTH Series User Manual

5. 48" mower only. Remove both arbor covers by
removing mounting hardware (B, C, D) on capscrews
(F, K) in front and back.
6. Remove the old belt.
7. Install the new belt on the pulleys. The belt pattern is
shown in figure 27. Notice that the “V”side of the belt
drives the V-pulleys (A, B, E) and flat side of belt rides
on the flat idler pulleys (C, D). Be sure there are no
twists in the belt. Reinstall and tighten the belt stops.
NOTE
Make sure that right-hand arbor belt stop (E) is flush
with arbor cover as shown in figure 26.
8. Reinstall the mower on the tractor (see page 6). Check
mower drive belt tension, belt stop adjustments, and
blade brake adjustment as described in Adjustments
section. Run the mower for about five minutes and
recheck mower drive belt tension adjustment.
9. Reinstall the arbor covers as shown in figure 26.
^WARNING
After replacing belt, make sure all belt adjustments and
blade brake adjustment are performed. Engage and
disengage the PTO several times (with mower attached)
at full engine speed. Mower belt and pulleys must stop
in less than five (5) seconds. Refer to Blade Brake
Adjustment, page 48.
Troubleshooting & Repair
Figure 27. Mower Belt Pattern
A. V-Pulley, Right Arbor
B. V-Pulley, Left Arbor
C. Flat Idler Pulley
D. Flat Idler Pulley
E. V-Pulley, Left Arbor
F. Engine PTO Pulley
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Simplicity GTH Series Specifications

General

Brand	Simplicity
Model	GTH Series
Category	Tractor
Language	English