Simplicity 1695468 - Manual (Page 23)

REPLACE DRIVE BELT
The drive belt is of special construction and must be
replaced with original factory replacement belt available
from your nearest dealer.
1. Remove the belt cover. See “Remove The Belt
Cover”.
2. Remove the drive belt (E, Figure 14) from the idler
pulley (G).
3. Move the belt guide (B) away from the drive belt (E).
4. To reduce pressure on the drive belt (E), move the
idler pulley (G) away from the belt. Remove the drive
belt (E) from between the brake pad (F) and the
brake roller (D).
5. Remove the old drive belt (E).
6. To install the new drive belt (E) , reverse the above
steps.
7. Make sure the drive belt (E) is seated properly on the
pulleys.
8. Set the belt guide to 3/32”(23 mm) clearance as
shown in Figure 15.
NOTE: When the auger control lever is engaged,the belt
guide must be 3/32” (23 mm) from the drive belt.
9. Install belt cover. See “Remove The Belt Cover”.
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Figure 14. Drive Belt Installation
A. Engine Pulley
B. Belt Guide
C. Brake Roller
D. Drive Belt
E. Brake Pad
F. Idler Pulley
A
Figure 15. Belt Guide
A
B
F
C
D
E
3/32 “ (2.3mm)
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