1 replacing the drive belt, 2 replacing the cutter deck belt, 4 lubrication – Wright Serial #55142 and higher User Manual

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6.3.1 Replacing the Drive Belt

Stop the engine, remove the key and wait for

all moving parts to stop.

Raise rear of the mower and secure.

Remove engine belt guard.

Remove the belt by using a ½” ratchet and

extension to relieve the belt tension.

Reinstall in reverse order. Figure shows belt

routing and spring compression direction.


6.3.2 Replacing the Cutter Deck Belt

Stop the engine, remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop.

Remove the deck covers.

The drive belt need to be removed to change the cutter deck belts. Refer to “Replacing the Drive

Belt” section.

Remove the belt by using a ½” ratchet and extension to relieve the belt tension.

Reinstall in reverse order. Figure shows belt routing and spring compression direction.












6.4 Lubrication

The Wright Mid-Mount Z is made with sealed bearings, oil based
bushings and with limited grease fittings therefore only the front
castor wheels and caster pivots need to be greased. (See
maintenance chart for service intervals)

Caster Pivots - Remove dust cap, cotter pin and hex nut.

Inspect grease seal and bearings. Fill chamber with
grease and reinstall in reverse order.

Caster Wheels – Wipe grease zerk with clean rag, using

grease gun, pump in several pumps per side, weekly.




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