Kubota CTL SVL97-2, Operator'S Manual

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2. If hoses and clamps are found worn or damaged,
replace or repair them at once.
(1) Fuel lines
(2) Fuel drain line
(3) Hose (4) Hose clamps
3. Checking and adjusting the V-belt
tension
WARNING
To avoid personal injury or death:
• First stop the engine and remove the key.
• After servicing, make sure to replace the belt
cover in its original position.
IMPORTANT :
• If the engine is run with a loose alternator belt,
the belt could slip and cause insufficient battery
charging. Check V-belt tension regularly.
• If the alternator belt breaks or jumps off, the
indicator light for battery charge will light up.
Stop the engine and remove the key
immediately.
(1) V-belt
1. Press the V-belt (5) down in the middle, with the
following force.
Pressing force (B) Approx. 50 N to 60 N (11.0 lbf to 13.5 lbf)
The belt tension is correct if it deflects the following
length.
Belt deflection (A)
About 4.0 mm to 5.0 mm (0.16 in. to
0.20 in.)
2. If the belt tension is not correct, loosen bolt (1), (2),
and (3) and shift the alternator (4) in the direction
shown by the arrow (C) in the following figure.
(1) Bolt
(2) Bolt
(3) Adjuster bolt
(4) Alternator
(5) V-belt (A) Belt deflection
(B) Pressing force
(C) Shift
3. After adjustment of the V-belt tension, tighten all the
bolts.
MAINTENANCE EVERY 250 SERVICE HOURS
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