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ADJUSTING THE BELT TENSION
NOTICE
:
Once the engine pulley has been moved from its factory
set location, the grooves of the flywheel and pulley must be aligned
to within 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) to prevent excessive belt wear. Verify
the alignment by performing the following
MOTOR PULLY/FLYWEEL
ALIGNMENT
on the following page.
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Slide the motor into the original position, and
line the motor up with the mark made earlier on
the saddle.
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Tighten the outside motor mounting screws
enough to hold the motor in place for checking
the pulley and flywheel alignment.
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The belt should deflect 3/16 in. (4.8 mm) at
midway between the pulley and the flywheel
when a five-pound (2.26 kg.) weight is applied at
the midway point.
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When proper belt tension is achieved, tighten all
motor mounting screws. Torque to 20-25 ft-lbs
(27.1–33.9 Nm).
Downw
ard For
ce
Deflection
Maintenance (continued)
