MTD 769-01283C - Manual (Page 12)

Service
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Replacing Belt
Remove the belt cover by removing five hex screws. See
Fig. 7-1.
Remove the belt by grasping it from the bottom of the
auger pulley and pulling outward.
NOTE: Push down on the idler puller to release the belt
from under the belt keeper. See Fig. 7-1.
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To replace the belt follow these instructions and refer to Fig. 7-2:
Push down on the Idler pulley.
Position the belt on top of the auger pulley, under the belt
keeper.
Route the belt around the engine pulley.
Push the belt over the bottom of the auger pulley.
Reinstall the belt cover removed earlier.
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Belt Keeper
Idler pulley
Figure -1
Auger Pulley
Engine Pulley
Figure -