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[Image: Diagram of a riding mower with the deck belt highlighted]
NOTE: The specific steps and diagram may vary slightly depending on the exact model of your Yard Machine riding mower, so refer to your owner's manual for specific instructions.
1. Disengage the PTO/Deck Lever: Switch off the engine and disengage the PTO/Deck lever to ensure the blades are not engaged during belt replacement.
2. Locate the Belt Cover: Identify the belt cover on your mower. It usually covers the area where the deck belt is located.
3. Remove the Belt Cover: Remove the belt cover by loosening or removing the bolts or screws that secure it in place.
4. Identify the Old Belt: Examine the old belt to note its routing and configuration. This will help you install the new belt correctly.
5. Release Tension: Locate the belt tensioner or idler pulley mechanism. Release tension by moving the tensioner or by disengaging the idler pulley.
6. Remove Old Belt: With the tension released, remove the old belt by slipping it off the pulleys.
7. Install New Belt: Place the new belt around the pulleys according to the routing of the old belt. Ensure the belt is properly seated in the pulley grooves.
8. Recheck Alignment: Make sure that the belt is aligned properly with the pulleys and that it is not twisted or kinked.
9. Retension: Re-engage the tensioner or idler pulley to apply the appropriate tension to the deck belt.
10. Test the Belt: Engage the PTO/Deck lever and start the engine. Engage the deck and observe the belt operation to ensure it is functioning correctly.
11. Replace Belt Cover: Reinstall the belt cover and secure it with the appropriate bolts or screws.
Remember to follow any specific instructions provided in your Yard Machine riding mower's owner's manual for belt replacement and safety guidelines.
