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How to correctly tension the belts in the OPTI CUT disc mower?

Tightening the belts of the Opti CUT 2.20, 2.60, 3.00, 3.20 disc mower may seem a complicated task, but don’t worry – this step-by-step guide will help you carry out this operation efficiently. By simple instructions and practical tips, you will be able to keep your machine in perfect condition. Before starting work, we also recommend reading the operating instructions provided by the manufacturer.




Necessary tools:

You will need:

make sure you have access to all the necessary tools.

  • wrench 17
  • white marker
  • Two open-end wrenches 24


Checking the belt tension in the Opti Cut disc mower is correct.

Use the 17 wrench to remove the cover. Then mark a line on all the strips and turn on the mower. After turning off the mower, check whether the marked lines have not moved away significantly. If the lines move away significantly, the belts should be tightened using a 24 wrench. Then mark the line on the belts again, turn on the machine and check whether the lines marked with the marker have not moved away from each other significantly.




Belt tension in the Talex Opti Cut disc mower.

Adjust the tension of the mower transmission drive belts with the machine turned off and the vehicle engine turned off!