Simplicity Coronet Series User Manual

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11 Belt & Clutch Replacement
Drive Belt Replacement
Figure 3. Gear Model Underside
A. Front Shift Rod
B. Rear Shift Rod
Drive Belt Replacement - Gear Models
BELT REMOVAL
1. Remove the mower deck. See Mower Deck Repair
section for instructions.
2. Block the front tires and elevate the rear of the unit.
See Elevating the Rear End for Safe Service.
3. Remove the left rear torque strap (A, Figure 4) and
brake return spring (B).
4. Remove the transmission belt guide (C, Figure 4).
5. Loosen the remaining torque strap (D, Figure 4) and
transmission mounting bolts (E).
6. Loosen the belt guides around the engine pulley.
7. Loosen the idler pulley (F, Figure 4) and remove the
belt by sliding it between the guide and the pulley.
8. Separate the front and rear shift rods (A and B,
Figure 3).
9. Disconnect the PTO clutch electrical connector.
10.Remove the drive belt.
BELT INSTALLATION
11.Install the new drive belt over the engine pulley and
transmission pulley.
12.Reconnect the PTO clutch electrical connection.
13.Reconnect the front and rear shift rods (A and B,
Figure 3).
14.Route the drive belt between the idler pulley (F,
Figure 4) and belt guide. Position the pulley so that
the belt is 1/8” away from the belt guide and tighten
the idler pulley bolt.
15.Retighten the transmission mounting bolts (E, Figure
4) and torque strap (D).
16.Reinstall the left rear torque strap (A, Figure 4), brake
return spring (B), and transmission belt guide.
17.Check the engine belt guides.
18.Lower the rider.
19.Perform transmission Neutral Adjustment. See
Adjustment section.
20.Reattach the mower deck.
Figure 4. Gear Model Underside
A. Torque Strap D. Torque Strap
B. Brake Return Spring E. Trans Mount Bolts
C. Trans. Belt Guide F. Idler Pulley
A
A
B
B
C
D
E
F

Simplicity Coronet Series Specifications

General

Brand	Simplicity
Model	Coronet Series
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English