To replace v-belts (see figs, 20 and 21), Service and adjustments – Poulan 161673 User Manual
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO REPLACE V-BELTS (See Figs, 20 and 21)
Replace V-belts if they have stretched considerably or if
they show cracks or frayed edges. There are two (2) V-
belts - forward (inside) and reverse (outside).
Belt guard must be removed to service belts. See “TO
REMOVE BELT GUARD” in this section of manual.
NOTE; Observe carefully routing of both belts and location
of all belt guides before removing belts.
BELT REMOVAL
•
Remove reverse idler pulley from idler arm.
•
Remove reverse (outside) V-belt.
•
Remove forward (inside) V-belt from transmission pul
ley first and then from engine pulley.
BELT REPLACEMENT
•
Install new forward (inside) V-belt to engine pulley first
then to transmission pulley. Be sure belt is positioned
on inside groove of both pulleys, inside ail belt guides
and rests on idler pulley.
® Before installing reverse (outside) V-belt, turn belt
“inside out”. Twist so wide, flat surface of belt is to
inside.
•
Wrap V-belt around reverse idler pulley and reas
semble idler to idler arm. Tighten securely. Be sure
belt is between reverse idler pulley and idler arm pin.
•
Install belt to outside groove of transmission pulley. Be
sure belt is inside all belt guides and rests on outside
groove of engine pulley.
CHECK TINE OPERATION
•
See “TINE OPERATION CHECK” in this section of
manual.
REPLACE BELT GUARD