Would like a manual on how to change a belt on a swisher 44 mower model no RK 10544

Swisher 4220 74-Inch Belt - Fits select Swisher 44-in, 42-in and 22-in Mowers

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SWISHER 44 FINISH CUT TRAILMOWER Parts Model T11544 Sears PartsDirect

how old is your trail mower? have you checked the pulleys for the belt drive? possibly the pulleys are loose, or the shafts holding them are worn and wobbling causing a misalignment of the belt, in turn shredding the belt. also check the pulleys to make sure they are smooth, allowing the belt to move cleanly

SWISHER 44 Finish Cut Trailmower Tension assembly belt bra Parts Model...

If you look at the diagram ( zoom in) part #94 , idler spring, is what puts tension on the belt.

Changing the belt on the swisher 44' rough cut - mine is a model RTB134412v. You have to remove the belt guard (4 bolts) and then the 6 bolts holding the engine on to the deck. Lift (or tilt) the engine up and loop the 1/2"x50" belt (I got a husky replacement belt at tractor supply) through the wire belt guides and around the engine belt drive. Then loop the belt around the larger blade drive. It takes about 30 mins or so. Hope that helps.

is the belt tension adjustment on the lever that engages the blades?

I would try replacing the spring

I just replaced the belt on my 44" Trailmower and since I had to get it up and running without waiting for new Swisher 4220 belt I found an ordinary V-belt 1/2"X72" whith overall with of 74" works OK

Our manual says 74" part no. 4220. We just replaced one but can't figure out how to adjust the tension.