SINGLE SPEED BEVEL GEAR TRANSMISSION
7. Coat the axle, key, and spring with #2 molybendum
disulfi de base grease or anti-seize compound before
installing the pinion (Fig. 055).
8. The wheel pinion is marked with an R and L for right
and left. Identify right and left from the operator's
position (Fig. 056). On the right side, the letter R
should face out. The letter L should face out on
the left side. If the wheel pinions are reversed, the
wheels will not drive.
Note: For more information on the wheel clutch see
Section 5, Wheel Pinion Clutch.
WPM Drive Systems Manual
Fig 055
MVC-472
R
Fig 056
MVC-474
Belt Service - Front Wheel Drive Models
To replace the self-propelled drive belt, proceed as
follows:
1. Drain the fuel and oil and tip the mower on its right
side.
2. Remove the two screws securing the belt cover from
under the housing (Fig. 057).
3. Slip the belt off the transmission pulley and push it
towards the engine (Fig. 058).
Fig 057
MVC-482
Fig 058
MVC-487
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