14.5 TENSION THE V-BELTS
Fig. 14-2
!! Make sure that the Verti-Drain is properly blocked and can not move of its
own accord !!
!! Make sure that the PTO shaft is disconnected from the Verti-Drain !!
To tension the V-belts on both sides of the machine, proceed as follows,
see fig 14-2.
1. Remove all nuts (1) and the safety cover (2).
2. Check the V-belt tension by pressing point ‘A’ with a tension of 3.5Kg
(7.7lbs). The impression should be 1.9mm (0.07) (per belt)
3. If the tension is correct replace safety cover (2) and replace nuts (1).
4. If the tension is not correct loosen the nut (3) a little bit so that the tension is
just off.
5. Adjust nu and counter nut (4) and adjust the tension of the V-belts.
6. Check the V-belt tension by pressing point ‘A’ with a tension of 3.5Kg
(7.7lbs). The impression should be 1.9mm (0.07) (per belt)
7. Tighten nut and counter nut (4).
8. Tighten nut (3).
9. Replace safety cover (2) and replace nuts (1).
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