How to Replace a Mower Drive Belt for a Husqvarna YT48DXLS
The following instructions are for the Husqvarna YT48DXLS #96043022600 mower model. Before attempting to work on/with your equipment in any way, always refer to your owner’s manual for safety information.
Mower Drive Belt Removal
- Park the tractor on a level surface, engage the parking brake.
- Lower the attachment lift lever to its lowest position.
- Remove the mandrel covers.
- Remove any dirt or grass clippings which that may have accumulated around mandrels and the entire upper deck surface.
- Remove the spring from the eyebolt.
- Remove the belt from all pulleys.
- Remove the belt from around the electric clutch on the engine shaft.
Mower Drive Belt Installation
- Note: For ease in installing the deck belt, refer to the routing decal on the cutting deck.
- Place the belt around all the pulleys.
- Double check the belt routing to make sure it matches the routing decal, and that the belt does not have any twist. Correct if needed.
- Connect the spring to the eyebolt.
- Adjust the belt tension until the spring is extended to a length of 5.75″ (14,6 cm).
- Loosen the inner adjustment nut, Turn the outer adjustment nut clockwise to increase tension, counterclockwise to decrease tension. Tighten the inner adjustment nut securely.
For more information about safety, warranty, and your specific model, read ans be familiar with your owner’s manual.
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