Smith SPS10, Operation - Repair - Parts

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Repair
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11. Using the straight edge, lay it across the lower
pulley outer face and against the upper pulley. They
must be directly over top of each other to ensure
long belt life. If adjustment is required, align before
tensioning the belt. Tighten the four bolts that
secure the motor mount plate to the frame.
12. After installation, use the 3/8” open-end wrench to
screw out the belt tensioning jackscrew under the
motor plate to tension the belts to your desired
tension. Do not over-tension the belt.
13. After the correct tension is reached, tighten the front
motor plate securing screw on the belt side with the
9/16” box end wrench.
14. From the front of the machine, observe the motor
plate to machine alignment. Tightening the belts
with the jackscrew tends to cause the right side of
the motor plate to lift higher than the left side. By
pushing down on the right front side you can level
the plate and then tighten the front, right screw to
secure in a level position.
15. Tighten the rear securing bolts with the two 9/16”
wrenches.
16. Tighten the motor plate jackscrew retaining nut with
a 9/16” wrench to prevent it from turning.