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The problem likely is with the SEAT/PTO RELAY not remaining energize. Look for open or disconnected wire (PURPLE) from the relay towards the ignition switch.
See wiring diagram; https://www.jackssmallengines.com/jacks-parts-lookup/manufacturer/ariens/zero-turn-lawn-mowers/ezr/915308-000101-ezr-1742-17hp-b-s-42-deck/wiring-diagram
Look over the entire wiring harness wherever it may be touching metal as it probably is chaffed, simply tape and zip tie it away from the ground source.
Make sure you have the belt routed correctly. ALSO make sure that you do not have it flipped 180 deg over the idler.
I recommend that you unhook the belt from the mower deck pulleys and try rotating the blades. A bad blade bearing can cause a belt to heat up. Of any of the blades are hard to turn by hand that blade bearing will need to be replaced. Check the idler pulley also.
If after checking the above you continue to experience a problem just respond here and I will help you.
if both belts are present are they both moving? Could be tensioner froze up and it is not applying tension. mine had and i had to remove and free it up.
You mention many PM issues but do not mention a blade sharpening. I don't get on my ZTR without a freshly honed blade installed. "That's" what cuts bahia grass...the blade. You can put all the horsepower you want behind the lade but if you're trying to cut grass with a 2X4 it rips more than cuts grass.
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