Larry200
Aug 1, 2010, 03:01 PM
I have a Craftsman 15.5 HP lawn tractor Model 917.256810. The belt drive is loose. How can it be adjusted to tighten it?
crigby
Aug 4, 2010, 01:14 PM
Hi,
There is not an adjustment, per se. There is a spring that tensions the belt by pulling the clutching idler to the right when the pedal is released; I would check the health of it. The manual is here:
Owner's Manual - CRAFTSMAN Lawn, Tractor 917256810 - ManageMyLife.com (http://www.managemylife.com/mmh/owner_manuals/17048/CRAFTSMAN-Lawn,-Tractor-L0807541?brand_name_search=917256810)
And page 22 is the page needed. The sping hooks through the right frame.
Peace,
Clarke