I have a craftsman lawn tractor model 917256501 the question i have is in reference to the clutch rod and adjusting the tension on the mower deck belt.
Craftsman mower deck belt tension.
Could you please tell me should which way i should turn the nut.
Cutting blades do not work properly when the belt is loose.
So it is recommended to check the belt after a few days intervals when the lawn mower is regularly used.
I have installed a new belt but my blades do not seem to be spinning fast enough to throw any amount of grass.
Blade drive belts on craftsman lawn mowers are not designed to be be adjusted and there is no mechanism for adjusting them.
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Adjusting the belt tension on a riding lawn mower is not a tough task.
Instead the manufacturer recommends replacing a loose belt with a new.
Craftsman 42 in deck drive belt for riding mower tractors 5 in w x 16 in l item 1356239.