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Classen Sod Cutter HSC18AHD 2018 Upper V-Belt Replacement

Introduction

Follow this guide to replace the upper V-Belt on a 2018 Classen Sod Cutter model HSC18AHD.

What you need

  1. Careful: steps 1-4 are sourced from a guide that's marked as in-progress.

    Classen Sod Cutter HSC18AHD 2018 Upper V-Belt Replacement, Safety precautions: step 1, image 1 of 2 Classen Sod Cutter HSC18AHD 2018 Upper V-Belt Replacement, Safety precautions: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Make sure the engine is off and cool to the touch before you proceed.

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  2. Classen Sod Cutter HSC18AHD 2018 Upper V-Belt Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Place wheel chocks against the roller and rear wheel to prevent the machine from moving.

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  3. Classen Sod Cutter HSC18AHD 2018 Upper V-Belt Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Classen Sod Cutter HSC18AHD 2018 Upper V-Belt Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Flip the gas shutoff switch next to the motor to the left into the off position.

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  4. Classen Sod Cutter HSC18AHD 2018 Upper V-Belt Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Classen Sod Cutter HSC18AHD 2018 Upper V-Belt Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Grab the plastic housing at the end of the spark plug wire.

    • Pull firmly to disconnect the wire from the spark plug.

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    • Use a 1/2 inch socket to remove the first two bolts from the belt shield.

    • Use a 1/2 inch socket to remove the third bolt from the belt shield.

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    • Remove the belt shield.

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  8. Classen Sod Cutter HSC18AHD 2018 Upper V-Belt Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Use a marker to mark the height of the idler pulley on the bracket.

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  9. Classen Sod Cutter HSC18AHD 2018 Upper V-Belt Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Use a 9/16 inch socket to loosen the nut securing the idler pulley until the pulley can freely move up and down the bracket.

    • You may need to use a 3/8 inch wrench in combination with the socket wrench to hold the bolt in place.

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  10. Classen Sod Cutter HSC18AHD 2018 Upper V-Belt Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Raise the idler pulley to relieve the tension from the V-belt.

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  11. Classen Sod Cutter HSC18AHD 2018 Upper V-Belt Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the V-belt.

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  12. Classen Sod Cutter HSC18AHD 2018 Upper V-Belt Replacement, Reassembly tip: step 11, image 1 of 1

    • Check that the idler pulley is properly tensioning the belt:

    • Use your fingers to roll the belt. If you cannot twist the belt more than a quarter turn, the belt is sufficiently tensioned. If the belt is too loose, set the idler pulley lower to tension the belt more.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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