Takeuchi TB290 - Page 161

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MAINTENANCE
Adjustment
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1.Loosenthebolt(5)andlockingnut(4).
2.Turntheadjustmentbolt(6)tomovethe
alternator(7)andtoadjustthetensionof
the fan belt (1).
· Tighten: Clockwise
· Loosen:Counterclockwise
3. Tighten the bolt (5) and locking nut (4).
Tightening torque:
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· Lockingnut(4)25N·m(18.1ft-lb.)
· Bolt (5) 51N·m (37.6 ft-lb.)
Note: When replacing with a new belt, run
the engine at low idle speed for about 3 to 5
minutes to break in the new belt, before
adjustingthetension.
AFTER THE INITIAL 50 HOURS (ONLY FOR NEW MACHINES)