Belt Tension - Dixon ZTR 5020 Operator's Manual

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
BELTS:
Check belts every 50 hours. Replace any belts found to be in
poor condition.

BELT TENSION:

Engine to Mower Deck Belt:
The engine to mower deck drive belts are automatically held
in proper tension by springs which push the deck assembly
forward and do not require any additional adjustment to be
made.
Mower Deck Serpentine Belt:
Refer to illustration for adjustment procedure.
Note: Belt deflection or movement should be approximately 1/4" when
measured at mid-point between pulleys. Periodically inspect both belt
and idler systems.
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Idler Weldment
P/N 6111 (50")
P/N 6938 (60")
P/N 1300 (50")
P/N 6939 (60")
Idler Shock Mount
"L" Rod Hex Nut
5/8"
Tighten or
loosen hex
nut to
achieve this
demension