MacDon A40D - Removing Right Timing Belt

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D
A
B
C
Figure 4.80: Right Timing Belt
3. Apply a force of 22–30 N (5–6.5 lbf) on belt (D) at midspan.
The belt should deflect 14 mm (9/16 in.). If necessary,
adjust as follows:
a. Loosen three nuts (A) and the jam nut on adjuster
bolt (B).
b. Turn adjuster bolt (B) to move pulley (C) until the
required tension is achieved.
c. Tighten the jam nut at location (B) and three nuts (A).
4. Close the endshield.
NOTE:
Readjust the tension of a new belt after 5 hours of
operation.
Removing Right Timing Belt
To remove the timing belt on the right side of the header, follow these steps.
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the
key from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for any reason.
1. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
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A
B
Figure 4.81: Right Inboard Cover
2. Remove bolt (A) and remove cover (B) in the right
endsheet.
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