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Drive Belt Tension Inspection
6. Note the graduation mark on the rule that aligns with the lower
edge of the belt. This position represents
zero force
.
7. Place the support base of the tension gauge squarely against the
lower surface of the belt as close as possible to the rule or tape.
8. Keeping the tension gauge perpendicular to the belt surface and
parallel with its length, push the plunger upward until the small
O-ring touches the tension gauge body.
9. Be sure the tension gauge is seated squarely against the belt,
and note the graduation mark on the rule that now aligns with
the lower edge of the belt. This position represents
10 lbs.
force
.
10. To calculate belt tension (deflection) subtract the smaller mea-
surement from the larger measurement and record it.
Push Inner Plunger
90
°
Drive Belt
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