Care and maintenance - 5000 series models – Dixon ZTR 5423 User Manual

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE - 5000 SERIES MODELS

NOTE: Be sure blade is centered on pilot before tightening bolt to 60 ft. lbs. torque.

BELT TENSION

ENGINE TO MOWER DECK BELT:

Models ZTR 5423 & ZTR 5502

P/N 6111

Model ZTR 5601

P/N 6939

The engine to mower deck drive belts are automatically held in proper tension by

springs which push the deck assembly forward and do not require any additional

adjustment to be made.

MOWER DECK SERPENTINE BELT:

Model ZTR 5423

P/N 6109

Model ZTR 5502

P/N 1300

Model ZTR 5601

P/N 6938

Refer to illustration for adjustment procedure.

NOTE: Belt deflection or movement should be approximately 1/4" when measured at

mid-point between pulleys.

Periodically inspect both belt and idler systems.

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