MTD 410 Thru 420 - Manual (Page 12)

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Belt Replacement
CAUTION: Do not use an off-the-shelf
belt.
Your tiller has been engineered with a belt made of
special material (Kevlar Tensile) for longer life and
better performance. It should not be replaced with an
off-the-shelf belt.
If belt replacement is required, order belt or belts by
part number from your nearest authorized dealer.
Part No. 754-0438—‘‘V’’ Belt
• Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire against
the engine.
• Remove the belt cover from the left side of the tiller
as follows:
• Remove two torx head screws from the top of belt
cover.
• Remove two hex cap nuts and flat washers from
front side of the belt cover. Remove the hex nut and
flat washer at the back of the cover.
• Remove the belt keeper assembly located behind
the engine pulley by removing two hex bolts and
lock washers. See Figure 14.
• Remove belt. Reassemble new belt, following
instructions in reverse order.
NOTE: Upon reassembly, make certain the belt is
routed over the idler pulley and inside of belt keepers by
engine pulley. See Figure 14.
Figure 14
SECTION 8: OFF-SEASON STORAGE
If the tiller will not be used for a period longer than 30
days, the following steps should be taken to prepare the
tiller for storage.
• Clean the exterior of engine and the entire tiller
thoroughly. Lubricate the tiller as described in the
lubrication instructions.
• We do not recommend the use of pressure
washers to clean your unit. They 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.
• Refer to the engine manual for correct engine
storage instructions.
• Wipe tines with oiled rag to prevent rust.
• Store tiller in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to
corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
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.
Engine
Pulley
Belt Keeper
Hex Bolts
Belt
Keeper
Idler
Pulley