North American - ENG
Date Released:
October 2018
3M-Matic
™
8000af - Type 11800
Page 35
44-0009-2153-4 / ECO# 0078045
12.3 Drive Belt Replacement/Tension Adjustment
Note – 3M recommends the replacement of drive belts in pairs, especially if belts are
unevenly worn.
REPLACEMENT – STEPS 1-11
TENSION ADJUSTMENT – STEPS 1, 2, 4-6, 10 & 11
Figure 12-2
1. Raise upper taping head to its fully raised position.
2. Disconnect motor plug (A).
3. Remove and retain the six screws (B) and side cover (C).
4. Remove and retain screws (D), cap washers (E) and spacers (F) from the front and
rear arm assembly pivots.
5. Lift belt assembly (G) up and o arm assembly pivots.
Note – Keep motor in vertical position to prevent gear oil from leaking out of motor.
Figure 12-2 Drive Belt Replacement
D
E
F
A
C
B
D
E
F
G
12. Maintenance (continued)
• To reduce the risk associated with pinches and entanglement hazards:
− Do not leave the machine running while unattended.
− Turn the machine o when not in use.
− Never attempt to work on any part of the machine, load tape, or remove jammed
boxes from the machine while the machine is running.
Warning