Figure 41
1.
Traction drive belt cover
2. Check tension by depressing belt (Figure 42) at mid
span of pulleys with 4 ± 1 lb of force. Belt should
deflect 3/16 to 5/16 inch (4.8 to 7.9 mm). If the
deflection is incorrect, proceed to next step.
Figure 42
1.
Traction drive belt
3. To adjust belt tension:
A. On back side of side plate, loosen the bolt
securing the idler bracket to the side plate
(Figure 43).
Figure 43
1.
Tang washer
2.
Idler bracket bolt
B. Using a 3/8 inch drive torque wrench, rotate the
idler bracket with 35-40 in.-lb. of torque to set
the belt tension (Figure 44). While holding the
torque wrench setting, tighten the idler bracket
mounting bolt (The tang washer is installed
to prevent the belt from slipping.). Do not
over-tension the belt.
Figure 44
1.
Traction drive belt
3.
3/8 inch Torque wrench
here
2.
Idler bracket
C. Install the belt cover.
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