How do you change a belt on a zero turn?

Instructions

  1. Disconnect the spark plugs. Move the mower to a work area on a hard, level surface and set the parking brake.
  2. Lower the mower deck.
  3. Remove the floorboard.
  4. Remove the pulley covers.
  5. Remove the blade belt.
  6. Install the new blade belt.
  7. Reinstall the pulley covers.
  8. Reinstall the floorboard.

When should I change my Zero Turn belt?

There’s no definite amount of time that a mower belt is supposed to last, but increased mower use shortens the interval in which a belt needs replacement. Simply put, more use equals more wear. Additionally, faulty belts or mechanical failures like a seized pulley can make lawn mower belts break prematurely.

What size belt does a Cub Cadet RZT 50 take?

1/2″ X134″ 50 Inch
1/2″ X134″ 50 Inch Deck Belt for Cub Cadet/White/MTD/Massey Ferguson/Troy-Bilt 954-04044A, 954-04044, 754-04044, 754-04044A, RZT50, ZT-5000, RZT22.

What causes deck belt to come off?

The drive belt may come off a riding mower because it is damaged or loose. If broken or worn, the belt can break while the engine runs, and it can fly off at a great velocity, which is highly dangerous. Check the belt for looseness, cracks, fraying or separation from the rest of the assembly, and replace if necessary.

How do you change the belt on a Cub Cadet?

How to Change the PTO Belt on a Cub Cadet Riding Lawn Mower. Place your riding lawn mower on a flat, level surface. Turn the engine off and make sure it is cool. Remove the ignition key and disconnect the spark plug ignition wire. Be sure PTO lever is disengaged and engage the parking break.

How do you replace drive belt on Cub Cadet?

The Cub Cadet Series 1000 operator’s manual recommends replacing a worn or broken deck drive belt with the original manufacturer’s deck drive belt of the corresponding size. Park the Cub Cadet Series 1000 lawn tractor on a flat surface. Set the power take off , or PTO/blade knob to the “Off” position. Place the throttle near the “Fast” position.

What are some common problems with Cub Cadet mowers?

A common issue with wide-cut Cub Cadet mowers involves mower deck problems. Among these are: vibration while mowing, inadequate mulching and uneven cutting. Lift the mower deck and park the mower on a slab or flat surface to inspect the blades when excessive vibration occurs during mowing.

What size drive belt for Cub Cadet?

Proper size is essential for the belt to fit on the tractor. For example, the model number for a Cub Cadet 2000 series tractor with a 44- or 48-inch deck is OCC-954-3068. The size of belts required for Cub Cadet 2000 series mowers varies depending on deck size. For 38- and 42-inch decks, belts are 110 1/2 inches long and 5/8 inch thick.