Bolens 130-360A - Manual (Page 12)

step 2. Remove the blade by removing the hex
head cap screw in the center of the blade.
Hold the blade with one hand and using a
V 2 "
open end, box or adjustable wrench,
remove the bolt. See figure 22.
note
Wrap a rag around the blade to pro­
tect your hand.
Step 3. Take off the deck by removing the six hex
nuts and lock washers as shown in figure
23.
FIGURE 22. BLADE REMOVAL
Step 4. Remove the transmission belt from the
engine pulley. It may be necessary to
spring the belt guard out of the way. When
installing the new belt be sure to put the
belt guard back in the original position.
See figure 24.
FIGURE 23. REMOVING THE DECK
FIGURE 24. BELT SYSTEM
Step 5. Remove the belt from the transmission
idler. See figure 25.
Step 6. Remove hex nut and spring lock washer
on the transmission pulley and slide the
pulley out until the belt can be removed.
See figure 24.
Step 7. Replace belt and reassemble.
BLADE BELT REPLACEMENT
Step 1. Lift the front end of the rider up so it rests
on the rear wheels and seat. Block the
mower under the steering wheel to help
support the mower.
Step 2. Remove the blade by removing the hex
head cap screw in the center of the blade.
Hold the blade with one hand and using a
1 / 2 " open end, box or adjustable wrench,
remove the bolt. See figure 22.
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