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2. Rotate idler arm clockwise until PTO belt
can be routed around left mower deck
pulley.
3. Slowly release idler arm until idler pulley
rests firmly against PTO belt.
4. Install belt covers on mower deck.
NOTE: Ensure that belt is still positioned in
the groove of the sheaves after belt covers
are installed.
REPLACING HYDROSTATIC BELT
Remove
(Figure 26)
1. Remove PTO belt. See REPLACING
PTO BELT on page 30.
2. Disconnect idler spring.
3. Remove hydrostatic belt from
hydrostatic transmission pulleys, drive
pulley, and idler.
Install
(Figure 26)
1. Install hydrostatic belt on idler, drive
pulley, and hydrostatic transmission
pulleys.
2. Connect idler spring.
3. Install PTO belt. See REPLACING PTO
BELT on page 30.
Short Term Storage
IMPORTANT: NEVER clean unit with high-
pressure water or store unit outdoors.
Remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in
a clean dry area.
Inspect unit for signs of wear or damage.
Ensure all fasteners are properly tightened.
Long Term Storage
Follow all instructions under Short Term
Storage.
Remove and fully charge battery. Store in a
clean dry area.
Refer to Engine Manual for the proper engine
storage procedures.
Touch up all scratched or chipped paint
surfaces.
Fuel System
Gasoline left in the fuel system for extended
periods without a stabilizer will deteriorate,
resulting in gum deposits in the system.
These deposits can damage the carburetor
and the fuel hoses, filter and tank. Prevent
deposits from forming in the fuel system
during storage by adding a quality fuel
stabilizer to the fuel. Follow the
recommended mix ratio found on the fuel
stabilizer container.
IMPORTANT: NEVER store the engine with
fuel in the fuel tank inside of a building with
potential sources of ignition.
Add Fuel Stabilizer
1. Drain fuel from fuel tank.
2. Allow the engine to run until it stops.
Turn engine OFF when it begins surging
to avoid engine damage.
3. Add fuel stabilizer to fuel, following the
manufacturer’s instructions.
4. Pour fuel into the tank.
5. Re-start engine.
6. Run the engine outdoors for
1 to 2 minutes to be sure that treated
gasoline has replaced the untreated
gasoline in the carburetor.
7. Slow the engine to an idle speed.
8. Repeat step 2.
CAUTION: Use care when
releasing idler spring tension.
Keep body parts well away from
idler when performing this
operation.
Figure 26
1
1. Hydrostatic Belt
2. Hydrostatic Transmission Pulley
3. Idler
4. Idler Spring
2
2
3
4
STORAGE