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Morbark BLIZZARD 12 - Adjusting the Belt Tension

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ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
To check for proper tension of belts, follow
the directions in V-Belt tension gauge.
To adjust the chipper belt tension, follow
these steps:
1. Shut off engine, remove ignition key.
2. Remove the belt shield.
3. Loosen the engine bolts.
4. Adjust chipper belt to obtain proper
belt tension.
5. Tighten bolts with proper torque.
NOTE: Adjust both sides evenly to ensure
proper sheave alignment.
6. Whenever the belt shield is removed
for service, replace it after you have
finished. Shields are built for your
protection. Use them.
NOTE: Inspect chipper drive belts
hourly during the first week of opera-
tion and weekly thereafter.
ADJUSTING THE BELT TENSION
CAUTION: MAKE SURE THE CHIPPER
DRUM HAS COME TO A COMPLETE
STOP.
CAUTION: BEFORE ADJUSTING
BELTS, REMOVE IGNITION KEY
AND LOCK OUT ENGINE PANEL.