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22 Troubleshooting
MAN0244 (Rev. 7/29/2005)
* Check belt for damage by laying it flat on floor. If belt does not lie flat (has humps or twists), which indicates broken or
stretched cords, it must be replaced.
Belt slippage Belt too loose Adjust belt tension.
Mower overloading; material too
tall or heavy
Reduce tractor ground speed but
maintain full PTO rpm. Cut mate-
rial twice; one high pass, then
mow at desired height. Cut a par-
tial swath.
Oil on belt from over-lubrication Be careful not to over-lubricate.
Clean lubricant from belt and pul-
leys with a clean rag. Replace oil
soaked belt.
Belt hung up or rubbing Check belt for free travel in pul-
leys and belt guides. Check under
mower and around blade spindle
shafts for wire, rags, or other for-
eign material. Clean all material
from under mower.
Belt or pulleys worn out If the belt rides in bottom of pulley
groove, either belt or pulley is
worn and must be replaced.
Frayed edges on cover Belt misaligned or belt rubbing
guide
Realign belt or guide. Be sure belt
doesn't rub any other part while
running.
Pulley misalignment Inspect to ensure belt is running
in center of backside idler. Shim
idler as necessary to align.
Belt rollover Pulley misalignment Realign pulley.
Damaged belt Replace belt.*
Foreign object in pulley grooves Inspect all pulley grooves for rust,
paint or weld spots and remove.
Worn pulley groove Replace pulley.
Damaged belt Rollover, high shock loads or
installation damage
Replace belt.*
Belt breakage High shock loads Avoid abusive mowing. Avoid hit-
ting the ground or large obstruc-
tions.
Belt came off drive Check drive alignment for foreign
material in grooves. Ensure
proper tension. Avoid hitting solid
objects or ground.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION