Ditch Witch XT855, Operator'S Manual

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Service - 94
XT855 Operator’s Manual
As Needed
CMW
Adjust Pump Drive Belt
Adjust pump drive belt as needed.
1. Turn off engine and remove key.
2. Remove front grill.
3. Raise lift arms and engage props.
See “Working Under Raised Lift Arms” on
page 76.
4. Use a belt tension meter to measure tension.
New belt : 13.8 lb at 1/4” (5 mm) maximum
deflection (A).
Existing belt : 12.2 lb at 1/4” (5 mm)
maximum deflection (A).
5. Adjust belt:
• Loosen bolts (2), locknut (3), and bolts
(4).
• Adjust bolt (1) to increase or decrease
tension.
6. Once tension is set, tighten locknut and bolts.
7. Replace grill.