Adjusting Auger Drive Belt

1. Loosen idler (A) and adjust until belt (B) deflection is within specification when specified pressure is applied at center of belt opposite idler.

Specification

Belt Pressure Applied to Measure Deflection -Force 89 N (20 lb force)
Belt Deflection -Distance 22 mm (7/8 in.)

2. Tighten idler and install shield.


A-Idler
B-Belt

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3. When complete belt idler adjustment is used, with belt on top of idler, loosen idler (A) and place belt (B) below idler.


A-Idler
B-Belt

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