Adjust Secondary Belt Tension

CAUTION: Rotating parts can catch fingers, loose clothing, or long hair. Wait for engine and all moving parts to stop before leaving operator’s station to adjust or service machine.

IMPORTANT: Check tension of new belts after first five hours of operation, adjust if needed.

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  1. Remove secondary belt guard.

  2. Press on belt at mid point of belt span (A). There should be 1/4 in. deflection with 3 lb of force.

  3. Loosen cap screw (B) on belt tensioner (C). Adjust belt accordingly.

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