SEAWATER COOLED MODELS SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 23
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Drive Belt Tension Adjustment
1. Loosen 5/8 in. locking nut on adjustment stud. Leave wrench on adjustment stud.
NOTE: Belt deflection is to be measured on the belt at the location that has the longest dis-
tance between two pulleys. Normally this location is between the seawater pump and the
idler pulley.
2. Use 5/16 in. socket and tighten adjusting stud until the correct deflection of the belt is
obtained at location specified above.
3. While holding adjustment stud at the correct belt tension, tighten 5/8 in. locking nut.
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4. Run engine for a short period of time and recheck belt adjustment.
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