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20 Assembly
15148 (Rev. 2/9/2007)
Figure 11. Crosswise Support Installation
Belt Installation
One of the major causes of belt failure is improper
installation. Before a new belt is installed, check pulley
shafts and bearings for wear. Check pulley grooves for
cleanliness. Make sure spindles turn freely and without
wobble.
If grooves require cleaning, moisten a cloth with a non-
flammable, non-toxic degreasing agent or commercial
detergent and water.
Avoid excessive force during installation. Do not use
tools to pry belt into pulley groove. Do not roll belt over
pulleys to install. This can cause hidden damage and
premature belt failure.
The belt may be completely installed with mower
mounted on tractor. However, it is easier to install belt
on mower deck with mower detached.
Remove all belt shields.
Be sure belt clears guise 1/8". Reform guide if neces-
sary. See Figure 12.
Step 1: Insert belt in bottom right hand groove of center
pulley and route around left pulley.
Step 2: Bring belt back to center pulley and insert in
middle groove and thread around right pulley.
Step 3: Route belt to center pulley, insert in top groove
and pull to rear.
Belt installation will be completed after mower is
attached to tractor. See page 24.
Figure 12. Belt Installation
1. Crosswise Support
2. Spacer Bushing
3. Keyhole Brackets
4. Caplug
5. Lift Chain