Operator`s manual

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Belt Replacement

If the drive belt need to be replaced, it is best to replace both belts

at the same time. Use only a factory-authorized belt as an “over- the-

counter” belt may not perform satisfactorily. The procedure requires

average mechanical ability and commonly available tools.

To replace the Drive and Reverse belts, follow these steps:

1. Make sure the tiller is on a flat surface, with the engine

turned off and the spark plug wire unplugged and

grounded to prevent unintended firing of the engine.

2. Remove the belt cover as seen in Figure 7-1, by first

removing the two 1⁄4-20 hex washer screws and one flat

washer. Lift the belt cover up and away from the tiller and

set in a safe location until reinstallation.

Hex Washer Screw

Hex

Washer

Screw

Flat Washer

Figure 7-1

3. Remove the four ⁄4-20 hex washer screws that secure the

pulley shield to the frame as seen in Figure 7-2, and remove

the pulley shield and set aside in a safe location until

reinstallation.

Hex Washer

Screws

Figure 7-2

4. Remove the idler bracket extension spring from the idler

bracket using a pair of needle-nosed pliers. Grab the spring

by the end that hooks over the frame, pull it away from

the frame, then up and carefully relieve the tension of the

spring. See Figure 7-3.

Remove the

idler bracket

extension

spring

Drive Cable

Figure 7-3

5. Unhook the drive cable from the idler bracket. See Figure 7-3.