Swisher AZ Series - Manual (Page 15)

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• If the Belt slips or blades turn, first verify that
you are using a genuine Swisher Blade Belt
(BA50).
• Check belt for correct positioning around pul-
leys. If the Belt is still not fitting properly, the
Idler Control Rod (B25RAZ) may need to be
adjusted by loosening the belt. Tighten the
two nuts so that they screw TOWARD the
mower.
• Reinstall belt shield and acorn nut and wash-
ers after completing installation and adjust-
ments.
REPLACING THE TRACTION DRIVE
BELT:
If drive belt slips, makes noise or does not allow
travel of the mower, check the following:
• Inspect the condition of the belt and replace
if frayed, cracked, excessively worn or dam-
aged.
• Inspect the condition of the Idler Control
Spring (682S) on variable speed units or Belt
Engage spring (T30S) on two speed units.
Replace the spring if needed.
REPLACING THE VARIABLE SPEED
BELT:
• Remove steering wheel and throttle control
knob.
• Remove hood (AZ154) and recoil shroud.
• Loosen or remove brake (T39CB).
• Replace old belt with genuine Swisher belt
(T39).
• Reinstall all parts.
• Check all parts to make sure there is no inter-
ference and that unit operates properly.
REPLACING TWO SPEED BELT:
• Remove steering wheel throttle control knob and
engagement levers.
• Remove hood (AZ154) and recoil shroud
• Remove gas tank mounting bracket.
• Remove belt cage (AZ32C).
• Remove both two speed belts (T223).
• Shift to low speed.
• Lift fingers on Idler Arms (T239V and
T239L).
• Slip belt under Idler Pulley and off of Drive
Pulleys.
• Change to high speed.
• Slip belt over Idler Pulley and off of Drive
Pulleys.
• Remove Traction Belt (BA50), replace.
• Reassemble all parts in reverse order.
• Check all parts to make sure there is no interfer-
ence and that unit operates properly.