maINTeNaNCe428011-622Release the belt tensionDeck BeltDeck Belt RemovalPark on a level surface. Apply park brake. Lower thedeck into the lowest cutting position.Remove foot plate and belt shields.1.Using a ratchet with a2. 9/16” socket on the springidler bolt to relieve the tension on the belt.Remove any dirt or grass that may have3.accumulated around the cutter housings andentire deck surface.Carefully roll the belt over the top of the cutter4.housing pulleys.Remove the belt from around the electric clutch5.on the engine shaft and off the mower.Deck Belt InstallationNoTE: For ease in installing the deck belt, refer to therouting decal on the cutting deck.Wrap the deck belt around the electric clutch1.pulley that is located on the engine shaft.Route the belt forward between and up onto the2.deck.Place belt around spring loaded idler pulley.3.Wrap the belt around the stationary idler pulley4.and around the mandrel housings.Push inward on the idler arm and carefully5.route belt over stationary idler pulley. once beltis properly routed, slowly release idler arm totension belt.Double check belt routing to make sure it6.matches the routing decal, and the belt doesnot have any twist. Correct as needed.Adjust tension.7.Replace belt shields on both mandrel housings8.and secure with fasteners.8011-580Refer to belt routing decal