MTD 24638S - Manual (Page 10)

FIGURE 13 FIGURE 15
5. Using a 9/16" wrench, remove the engine pu ley
by removing the hex bolt and lock washer. See
figure 14. Slip the pulley and belt off.
7. install the new belt and replace the engine pulley.
8. Slide the engine outward to tighten the new belt
until there is approximately 1/2" deflection.
Tighten engine mounting bolts securely.
NOTE
Be careful not to lose the square key
on the crankshaft.
HEX BOLT
FIGURE 14
6. Loosen the three engine mounting bolts us ng a
1/2" wrench. See figure 15.
OFF-SEASON STORAGE
In event engine is to be stored for any length of time
(30 days or more), prepare as follows:
1. Drain gasoline by tipping or by siphon hose, then
run engine until remainder is used and tank and
carburetor are empty.
A.
CAUTION
Drain gasoline into container outdoors,
away from fire or flame.
2. Drain carburetor by running engine until it stops
from lack of fuel.
3. Protect the inside of engine for storage by
removing spark plug and pouring one ounce of
SAE 30 oil through spark plug hole into cylinder.
Crank engine, without starting, several times to
spread oil over cylinder walls.
4. Never store outside without a waterproof cover.
NOTE
When storing any type of power equip­
ment in an unventilated or metal
storage shed, care should be taken to
rustproof the equipment. Using a light
oil or silicone, coat the equipment,
especially the beam and all moving
parts.
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