WORKSHOP MANUAL
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6.1 BELT REQUIREMENTS
6.1.1 Characteristics of the original belts
The normal belts on the market have different characteristics compared to the requirements of the
belts of the power of the engine is distributed to the different users through a system of transmis-
sion belts, each kept at the right level of tension by a tightener preloaded by a spring.
The standard belts on the market have different characteristics compared to the requirements of
the original spare belts, supplied by the authorised dealer. The latter are designed and manufac-
tured in close cooperation with the belt supplier and the machine manufacturer.
The table emphasises the reasons why it is important to choose an original belt, useful when mak-
ing such decisions.
Example
Belts available on the
market
Original spare belts
Notes
Adhesion on the
pulley.
The belt rests with the
sides inclined against
the walls of the pul-
ley. There must be a
gap between the belt
and the bottom of the
groove.
The belt rests with the sides
inclined against the walls of
the pulley. There must be a
gap between the belt and
the bottom of the groove.
Same requirements. The
original spare belts ensure
perfect adhesion on the
pulley.
Summary
6.1 BELT REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................58
6.1.1 Characteristics of the original belts ...............................................58
6.1.2 Main causes of belt problems .......................................................59
6.2 ARRANGEMENT AND FUNCTION OF THE BELTS ..........................60
6.2.1 General information ......................................................................60
6.3 REPLACEMENT OF THE BELTS ........................................................61
6.3.1 Replacement of the engine / transmission belt. (Ref. A) ................61
6.3.2 Replacement the engine / articulated joint axis belt (Ref. B) .........62
6.3.3 Replacement of the articulated joint / PTO belt (Ref. C) ................64
6.3.4 Removal of the PTO engagement tightener lever .........................64
6 - TRANSMISSION BELTS
