LOFTNESS Battle Ax Light, Owner'S Manual And Parts Book

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21 Battle Ax Light - Skid Loader OM
Maintenance
Skid Removal/Replacement
WARNING: Shut down and lock out power
from the loader before removing skids.
1 2
1 2
1 2
3
1 2
Note: Left side skid is shown. The procedure
is identical for both sides.
Lift the Battle Ax Light off of the ground about 6 inches.
Place blocks under the rotor (not under teeth) to support
the Battle Ax Light when lowered. Do not place blocks
under the skids.
Remove nuts (1) and slide carriage bolts (2) out. Lower
the skid (3) and remove.
To install a new or repaired skid, align holes in skid with
holes on frame. Re-install the bolts, add the nuts and
tighten securely against the skid.
Belt Adjustment
WARNING: Shut down and lock out power
from the loader before adjusting the drive
belt.
Remove the belt cover and motor cover. Refer to
“Removing Belt Cover” on page 19, and “Removing
Motor Cover, Manual Holder Cover, and Hose Cover” on
page 20.
1
Loosen the four overhung load adapter support nuts (1)
on the motor mount bracket.
2
1/4 in. 1/4 in.
Turn the hex nut (2) to either increase or decrease belt
tension.
Belt should move no more than 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) to the
left, and no more than 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) to the right when
pressure applied at the midpoint.
Retighten overhung load adapter support bolts.