Asus 136-480A - Manual (Page 15)

FIGURE 30. BELT GUARD REMOVAL
By working between the frame and
the deck, it is possible to remove
and repiace the deck belt without
removing the deck, however, the
working space is limited.
Belt Guard
FIGURE 31. BOTTOM VIEW
Step 9. Removing the transmisión
figure 31.
a.
b.
c.
d.
Remove the entire belt guard from the
engine pulley by removing the two
front engine boits. See figure 30.
Remove the transmisson pulley by
removing the hex nut and washer. See
figure 31.
Remove the bolt and nut from the
steering rack and remove the belt.
Reassemble in reverse order with the
new belt.
OFF-SEASON STORAGE
If the machine is to be inoperative for a period
longer than 30 days, the following precautions are
recommended:
Step 1. Working outdoors, drain ail fuel from the
fuel tank. Use a clean dry doth to absorb
the small amount of fuel remaining in the
tank, then run the engine until all fuel in
carburetor is exhausted.
Belt. See
I WARNING I
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Do not drain fuel while smoking, or
if near an open fire.
Step 2. Drain all the oil from the crankcase (this
should be done after the engine has been
operated and is still warm) and refill the
crankcase with clean new oil.
Step 3. Disconnect the spark plug wire and
remove the spark plug from the cylinder.
Pour about six drops of engine oil into
the cylinder, and then pull the recoil
starter several times to spread the oil on
the cylinder wall. Replace the spark plug,
but DO NOT connect the wire.
Step 4. Clean the engine and the entire mower
thoroughly.
Step 5. Lubricate all lubrication points indicated
in figures 16 and 17 then wipe the entire
machine with an oiled rag in order to
protect the surfaces.
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