MacDon M1240 - Page 464

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A
B
C
D
Figure 5.181: Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor
11. Install compressor belts (C).
12. Pry compressor (B) away from the engine so that a force of
45 N (10 lbf) deflects belts (C) 5 mm (3/16 in.) at mid-span.
NOTE:
Tab (D) on bracket can be used as support for prying.
13. Tighten compressor mounting hardware (A).
14. Recheck the tension and readjust as required.
15. Close the hood. For instructions, refer to 5.3.2 Closing
Hood, page 336 .
Tensioning Air Conditioner Compressor Belts
DANGER
To prevent 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.
2. Open the hood. For instructions, refer to 5.3.1 Opening Hood, page 335.
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A
B
C
D
Figure 5.182: Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor
3. Loosen compressor mounting hardware (A).
4. Pry compressor (B) away from the engine so that a force of
45 N (10 lbf) deflects belts (C) 5 mm (3/16 in.) at mid-span.
NOTE:
Tab (D) on bracket can be used as support for prying.
5. Tighten compressor mounting hardware (A).
6. Recheck the tension and readjust as required.
7. Close the hood. For instructions, refer to 5.3.2 Closing
Hood, page 336 .
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING