Could you please tell me should which way i should turn the nut.
Craftsman mower deck belt tension.
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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.
Instead the manufacturer recommends replacing a loose belt with a new.
Cutting blades do not work properly when the belt is loose.
Following the above mentioned steps can make the task easy and simple.
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I have installed a new belt but my blades do not seem to be spinning fast enough to throw any amount of grass.
So it is recommended to check the belt after a few days intervals when the lawn mower is regularly used.
Craftsman 42 in deck drive belt for riding mower tractors 5 in w x 16 in l item 1356239.