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BELT TENSION-AUGER DRIVE
Tension of auger drive belt is changed by adjusting
clutch compression or yoke (Figure 27). Remove
pin. Turn yoke clockwise to decrease tension and
counterclockwise to increase tension.
Figure 27. Auger Drive Belt Adjustment
Auger drive belt is properly tensioned when a force
of 10 to 15 pounds is needed to pull handle into
disengaged position.
BELT REPLACEMENT
To replace auger drive shaft belt (Figure 26),
remove tension from idler arm, remove old belt and
replace with new. Re-adjust belt tension as detailed
under "BELT TENSION - DRIVE SHAFT".
To replace auger drive belt, disengage auger to
relieve tension on belt. Remove outer bearing nuts
(Figure 28) and bearing support plate. Remove old
belt and replace with new. Replace support plate
and bearing nuts. Re-adjust belt tension as shown
under "BELT TENSION - AUGER DRIVE".
Figure 28. Replacing Auger Drive Belt
Note
After replacing auger drive belt, check auger
clearance. Refer to instructions under
"AUGER CLEARANCE". This should be
done while re-tightening auger bearings and
support plate bolts.
