redhead 10 #1 Posted April 12, 2015 I would like some info for following, Does the #7 nuts suppose to be tighten so that it holds tension on the slide with spring, or is it suppose to be able to slide back and forth?Mower Rotary 42in SD 1984 05-42MS03 TIPL.pdf THANKS for info in advance Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Don1977 605 #2 Posted April 12, 2015 Tighten it down on the spring between the two nuts that end of the spring isn't going to move as it hold tension on the belt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 11,975 #3 Posted April 13, 2015 (edited) I think you're talking about the #7 nut towards the end of the slide. That tightens to the spacer bushing and washer (11 & 32) and allows the idler support bar (10) to slide which it must be able to do. Edited April 13, 2015 by Racinbob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redhead 10 #4 Posted April 13, 2015 I think you're talking about the #7 nut towards the end of the slide. That tightens to the spacer bushing and washer (11 & 32) and allows the idler support bar (10) to slide which it must be able to do. If it moves, what is to keep belt tight enough for blade to spin at speed enough to cut grass? The slide did moved the other day, and blades would not turn fast enough to cut the grass, what am I missing? Mowed fine last year, no problem. Can you tell me what to check on? THANKS Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 11,975 #5 Posted April 13, 2015 (edited) The spring (8) keeps tension on it by 'pushing' the idler pulley (4) into the backside of the belt. You can see in the diagram that it pulls on the bar on the opposite end. If the bar is bound up the belt may not tighten enough. Too much crud buildup could cause a problem as well. Edited April 13, 2015 by Racinbob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Don1977 605 #6 Posted April 13, 2015 There are a few more things that can keep if from cutting. PTO clutch not adjusted tight enough. The drive belt around the mule drive not adjusted tight enough. Blades or pulleys loose. The last an most expenisve worn pulleys on the deck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redhead 10 #7 Posted April 14, 2015 I think you're talking about the #7 nut towards the end of the slide. That tightens to the spacer bushing and washer (11 & 32) and allows the idler support bar (10) to slide which it must be able to do. How loose should the shoulder of #11 be in slot of bar, Also how snug should both #7 nuts be on top of #32 washer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 11,975 #8 Posted April 15, 2015 Take the spring off. The bar should slide back and forth freely without excessive play. Some play is OK but too much means worn bushings. The nuts need to be tight and will snug up tight without binding the bar if there isn't too much wear. Remember, the nut tightens to the bushing and not the bar. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redhead 10 #9 Posted April 16, 2015 There are a few more things that can keep if from cutting. PTO clutch not adjusted tight enough. The drive belt around the mule drive not adjusted tight enough. Blades or pulleys loose. The last an most expenisve worn pulleys on the deck. For adjustment on pto clutch with hand lever engaged, you should not be able to turn clutch by hand, is this correct, or am I wrong. Before I adjusted the trunnion I could turn clutch by hand when lever was engaged, after adjusting trunnion could not turn by hand. Let me know if I am right or wrong on this .THANKS Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redhead 10 #10 Posted April 23, 2015 There are a few more things that can keep if from cutting. PTO clutch not adjusted tight enough. The drive belt around the mule drive not adjusted tight enough. Blades or pulleys loose. The last an most expenisve worn pulleys on the deck. how do you know when the pto clutch is adjusted correct? Is their some where to tell how to adjust it the proper way? Thanks for info in advance Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
