Lastec ARTICULATOR XF100 Series, Руководство оператора

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Initial Set-Up
Deck Belts and Alignment
3-6 12/9/20 Initial Set-Up
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If the idler arm pivots to its maximum stroke without adequately tightening the belts, you need to
replace the belts.
If the belt is new, and the idler tensioner goes to its maximum or maximum stroke without ade-
quately tightening the belts, check for proper belt size. Contact your Lastec distributor for the
proper belt lengths for your Articulator.
4. Ensure that the idler tensioning spring is properly installed and in good condition.
If this spring becomes loose, detached, or fatigued, the idler will not properly tension the belts.
5. Clean entire deck area (under the belt cover) of all excess grease, oil, fuel, grass, or
debris before operating the Articulator to prevent damage to the equipment, fire hazard,
and projectile hazards.
6. Replace the belt cover and hardware.
3.7 Deck Belts and Alignment
Do not inspect, adjust, or change the deck belts while the
tractor is running.
Clean the entire deck (including under the belt covers) of all
grease, oil, fuel, grass or debris to prevent fire or projectile
hazards.
When cutting with new belts, do not over-power the Articu-
lator within the first few hours of operation.
Listen for excessive belt slippage.
Check new belt tension after 2 hours of operation.
Check all belt tension adjustment hardware after the
first 8 hours of operation.
The overall life of the Articulator drive and deck belts is more greatly affected by the attention given
them within their initial 8 hours of use than at any other time. Properly adjusted, the belts can per-
form over 1000 hours of service. Improperly adjusted, they can fail within a few hours. Be aware
that over 50% of the total belt stretch will occur within the first few hours of use.