Adjusting Mower Deck Drive Belt Tension (60 in. Side Discharge)

1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety section.)

2. Remove belt shields.

3. 
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   60 Inch rear discharge shown.

   
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   60 Inch side discharge shown.

   Measure length of belt tension spring (A) or (B) from hook to hook. Overall length should be between 22 cm and 23 cm (8.6 - 9 in) inside hooks.

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4. NOTE: Replace belt if length is less than 204 mm (8 in) inside hooks after adjusting.

   Loosen nut (C) or (D).

5. Adjust sheave (E) or (F) untill spring is between specified length.

6. Tighten nuts (C) and (D).

7. Install belt shields.