MTD 390 Shown - Manual (Page 14)

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Figure 18
• Reassemble the new belt, following instructions in
reverse order. Make certain the reverse drive belt is
assembled with the wide side of the belt against the
transmission and engine pulleys.
Be certain to adjust the clutch control as instructed
in the final clutch adjustment section of assembly
instructions.
Forward Drive Belt See Figure 17
• Models 340 thru 345: Remove the belt cover by
following steps 1 thru 3 of the previous section.
Model 390: Remove the reverse drive belt as
instructed in the previous section.
• Remove the belt keeper from the idler pulley by
removing the idler pulley nut.
• Lift belt off the idler pulley and transmission pulley.
See Figure 18.
• Using a 9/16" wrench, remove bolt from engine
pulley.
• Push reverse idler pulley bracket forward, and
remove engine pulley and belt. See Figure 18.
• Reassemble the new belt, following instructions in
reverse order. Make certain the forward drive belt is
assembled with the wide side of the belt away from
the transmission and engine pulleys. Be certain to
adjust the clutch control as instructed in the final
clutch adjustment section of assembly instructions.
SECTION 7: OFF-SEASON STORAGE
If the tiller is to be inoperative for a period longer than
30 days, the following precautions are recommended.
• Working outdoors, drain all fuel from the fuel tank.
Run the engine until it stops from lack of fuel.
WARNING: Do not drain fuel while
smoking, or if near an open fire.
• Drain all the oil from the crankcase (this should be
done after the engine has been operated and is still
warm) and refill the crankcase with fresh oil.
• Protect the inside of the engine for storage as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed
with your tiller.
• Clean the engine and the entire tiller thoroughly.
• Wipe tines with oiled rag to prevent rust.
• We do not recommend the use of pressure
washers to clean your unit. It may cause damage to
electric components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or
the engine. The use of pressure washers will result
in shortened life and reduce serviceability.
NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in
an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the equipment, especially any springs,
bearings and cables.
• Store in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to
corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
Reverse
Idler
Pulley
Engine
Pulley
Forward
Belt
Idler
Pulley
Nut
Transmission
Pulley