3. Carefully remove the belt from around the idler pulleys (a and
b) and the spindle pulleys (d).
4. Install the new belt pulleys as shown and re-install the
belt covers.
5. Place the belt around the idler pulleys removed in Step 3 with
the 'V' side facing in. Once in place, re-install all the hardware
and tighten the flange lock nut to secure the assembly.
6. Route the belt as shown and then re-install the deck (refer to
Deck Installation).
d
42" Decks
Figure 39
d
a
46" Decks
Figure 40
d
a
50"/54" Decks
Figure 41
PRODUCT CARE
a
d
c
b
c
d
c
c
b
d
c
c
b
d
a
60" Decks
TRACTOR BLADE CARE
Tractor blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves
and use extra caution when servicing them.
The cutting blades must be kept sharp at all times. Sharpen the
cutting edges of the blades evenly so that the blades remain
balanced and the same angle of sharpness is maintained.
If the cutting edge of a blade has already been sharpened many
times or if any metal separation is present, it is recommended
that new blades be installed. New blades are available at your
authorized dealer.
The blades may be removed as follows:
1. Remove the deck from beneath the tractor (refer to
Deck Removal) then gently flip the deck over to expose
its underside.
2. Place a block of wood (c) between the deck housing and the
cutting edge of the blade (b) to help in breaking loose the
hex nut (a) and washer (d)* securing the blade (b). Use a
15/16 inch wrench to loosen the hex nut (a) and washer (d)*
(Figure 43).
d*
b
30
c
c
b
Figure 42
WARNING
c
a
* if equipped
Figure 43
d