2. Drive belt should be checked to insure that
proper tension exists in order to prevent premature
belt failure. Lift floating idler from the upper strand
of
“V”
belt. Belt will then become loose. Set
floating idler onto
“V”
belt and check clearance
between the two strands of the
“V”
belt. The
distance between the two strands should not be
less than 112” as shown.
complished by measuring the
distance
from the
front edge on the height adjuster brackets to the
1/4” diameter gage holes located directly in front
of
these brackets as shown. This distance must be
the same for both sides. Before tightening screws
make sure the distance between the strands of the
“V”
belt is not less than 112”. Tighten the four
handle bracket screws and the two side screws
securely. Reassemble belt guard to self-propel
mechanism using screws previously removed.’
SAFETY
WARNING
SAFETY WARNING: Do not operate
mower with belt guard removed.
SERVICE
BULLETIN
REFERENCES 19-49
1983
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