Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service
54”
Mower Drive Belt Replacement
B
1.
2.
3.
Remove the mower deck. See Mower Removal and
Installation
D
A
C
Remove the taptite screws (A, Figure 51) securing
the belt covers and remove the belt covers (B, D).
Using a spring puller or a small rope loop, release the
idler assembly tension spring (A, Figure 53).
E
4.
5.
6.
Remove the old drive belt.
A
Inspect all pulleys for wear or bearing damage.
Lubricate the idler arm pivot with multi-purpose lithi-
um grease and check for free movement.
7.
8.
Install the new drive belt as shown in the diagram in
Figure 52.
Gear Box Mounting
Assy. Removed for
Clarity
E
Complete installation by following steps 3-1 in
reverse order. When reinstalling the belt covers, be
sure the alignment notches (E, Figure 51) are cen-
tered on the taptite screws (A).
Figure 51. Mower Deck - 54” Mowers
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Taptite Screws
Right-hand Arbor Cover
Spring
Left-hand Arbor Cover
Alignment Notches
BELT ROUTING VIEWED FROM TOP
FRONT
Outer
Pulley
Outer
Pulley
Drive
Pulley
V Idler
Belt
Double V
Center
Pulley
Figure 52. 54” Mower Belt Routing
A
Figure 53. 54” Mower Deck - Covers Removed
A.
Idler Assembly Tension Spring
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