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MAINTENANCE
INSPECTING AND ADJUSTING THE
V-BELT
Stop the engine and allow the machine to
cool down before performing
maintenance.
• The engine, muffler, radiator, hydraulic
lines, sliding parts and many other parts
of the machine are hot immediately after
the engine is stopped. Touching these
parts will cause burns.
• Before performing maintenance on the
top of the machine, clean the place you
will work on and observe the following
to prevent falling.
· Do not spill oil or grease.
· Do not leave tools scattered around.
· Watch your step when walking.
• Never jump down from the machine.
Use the steps and handrails when
climbing up and down the machine, and
always support your body at three
points with your hands and feet.
IMPORTANT: The loose belts could result
in bad battery charge, overheat of engine
or early wear of belt. Too tight belts could
damage the water pump or bearing and
belt used to drive the alternator.
IMPORTANT: Do not let any oil or grease
get on the belt.
Inspection
1. Open the engine hood and the
maintenance cover.
2. Press the midpoint of the V-belt between
the pulley (2) and alternator pulley (3) to
check the tension. (approx. 98 N or 22
lbs.).
The slack (A) should be 6.6 to 7.4 mm
(0.26 to 0.29 in).
3. Inspect the V-belt (4) and replace if it is as
follows.
· There are cuts or cracks.
· The belt is worn and touches the bottom
of the V groove in the pulley.
· The belt stretched too loose to be
adjusted.
AFTER THE INITIAL 50 HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW MACHINES)
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