3.Slowly release idler arm until idler pulley
rests f irmly a gainst PTO belt.
4.Install belt c overs onmower deck.
NOTE: Ensure that b elt i sstill p ositioned
in
the groove ofthe sheave after belt c overs are
installed.
REPLACING HYDROSTATIC BELT
Remove
(Figure 20)
1. Remove PTO belt (see REPLACING
PTO BELT on page 23).
CAUTION:
Use care when
releasing idler spring tension.
Keep body parts well away from
idler when performing this
operation.
2. Disconnect
idler spring.
3. Remove hydrostatic belt from
hydrostatic transmission
pulleys, drive
pulley, and idler.
Install
(Figure 20)
1. Install hydrostatic belt on idler, drive
pulley, and hydrostatic transmission
pulleys.
2. Connect idler spring.
3. Install PTO belt (see REPLACING
PTO
BELT on page 23).
4
1
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1. Hydrostatic Belt
3.
Idler
2.
Hydrostatic
4.
Idler Spring
Transmission
Pulley
Figure 20
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Short Term Storage
IMPORTANT: NEVER clean unit with high-
pressure water or store unit outdoors.
Remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in
a clean dry area.
Inspect unit for signs of wear or damage.
Ensure all fasteners are properly tightened.
Long
Term
Storage
Follow all instructions
under Short Term
Storage,
Remove and fully charge battery. Store in a
clean dry area.
Refer to Engine Manual for the proper engine
storage procedures.
Touch up all scratched or chipped paint
surfaces.
Fuel System
Gasoline left in the fuel system for extended
periods without a stabilizer will deteriorate,
resulting in gum deposits in the system.
These deposits can damage the carburetor
and the fuel hoses, filter and tank. Prevent
deposits from forming in the fuel system
during storage by adding a quality fuel
stabilizer to the fuel. Follow the
recommended
mix ratio found on the fuel
stabilizer container.
To treat the fuel system for storage:
1. Add fuel stabilizer according to
manufacturers's
instructions.
2. Run engine for at least 10 minutes after
adding stabilizer to allow it to reach the
carburetor.
NEVER store the engine with fuel in the fuel
tank inside of a building with potential
sources of ignition.
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