Bolens 1208 - Manual (Page 15)

7. Remove two hex bolts, nuts and lock washers from
the engine pulley belt guard at lawn tractor frame
to allow the engine pulley belt guard to drop down
out of the way. See figure 20.
FIGURE 20.
8, Remove the idler pulley by removing the hex lock
nut. See figure 21.
FIGURE 21.
9. Remove and replace the "V’-belt. See figure 22.
10. Upon reassembly of idler pulley, be certain the hub
side of idler goes against the idler bracket. See
figure 23.
Hub Side of
Idler Pulley
FIGURE 23.
11. When sliding the idler pulley on the idler bracket,
be certain the belt is between the pulley and guide
pin. See figure 24.
Guide
Pin
FIGURE 22.
FIGURE 24.
12. Reverse the above steps (paying close attention
to steps 10 and 11) when reassembling the new
belts.
NOTE: Be certain all belts are inside belt guards and
keepers. Also, be sure to reassemble the safety wire at
the deck chute.
OFF-SEASON STORAGE
If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer
than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows.
1. Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.
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