Maintenance Procedures Continued
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BELT ADJUSTMENT
The blower drive belt has been adjusted at the factory prior to delivery. However, the
belt should be inspected and checked after the initial three (3) hours of operation as it
may require retightening due to belt stretch. It should be inspected after every 25 hours
of operating time. Operating the blower with a loose belt will cause excessive wear and
reduce performance. Follow the procedures listed to properly adjust the drive belt.
1.
Remove the eight bolts holding the front grille in
place and remove the grille. (Figure 4.1, Page 15)
2.
Loosen the four front engine mount bolts. (Figure
5.0)
3.
Use a lever to space or push the engine downward to
tighten the belt(s). (Figure 5.1) The belt(s) should be
snug and have very little play. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN THE BELT(S).
4.
Tighten the front engine mount bolts.
5.
Reinstall the front grille and test the blower.
BELT REPLACEMENT
1.
Remove the eight bolts holding the front grille in
place and remove the grille. (Figure 4.1, Page 15)
2.
Loosen the four front engine mount bolts. (Figure
5.0)
3.
Pry the engine up to loosen and remove the belt(s).
(Figure 5.2)
4.
Use a lever to pry or push the engine downward to
tighten the belt(s). The belt(s) should be snug and
have very little play. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE
BELT(S).
5.
Tighten the front engine mount bolts.
6.
Reinstall the front grille and test the blower.
Figure 5.0
Figure 5.1
Figure 5.2
