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installation
Figure 5
7. Use the adjusting bolts on the motor support to adjust belt tension. A
correctly tensioned belt does not slip when the fan is running—and the
“tight” side is straight between sheaves. The “slack” side will have a slight
bow. If possible, use a commercially available tension measuring device.
Avoid over-tensioning. Too much tension reduces bearing and belt life.
Check the tension on new belts after 8 to 12 hours of operation.
8. Install the belt guard as shown in Figure 3 for a steel tower or Figure 5
for a fiberglass tower.
9. Install fan cylinder splice plate (steel tower) and fan guard.
10. Check bearing housing oil cup level. Fill to the proper level with SAE 30
(ISO 100) weight oil.
3/8" x 1 1/2" BOLT
3/8" WASHERS
USE 3/8" WASHERS TO
SHIM AS REQUIRED
3/8" NEOPRENE WELL-NUT
BELT GUARD FOR FIBERGLASS
AQUATOWER SHOWN