Textron JACOBSEN Eclipse 2 - Checks and Adjustments; Traction Drive Belt Tension Check and Adjustment

POWER TRAIN
4262930-Rev A 5-5
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Checks and Adjustments
Traction Drive Belt Tension Check
and Adjustment
Check Procedure
See Figures 5-2 and 5-3.
NOTICE
1. Park the mower safely. (See “Park Mower Safely” on
page 1-5.)
2. Remove the traction drive belt cover. (See “Traction
Drive Belt Cover” on page 5-7.)
Figure 5-2
3. Place a straightedge (1) against the traction drive
outer (transfer) pulley (3) and traction motor drive
pulley (2).
4. Apply approximately 3.5–6.3 lb (15.6–28.0 N) of
force at the midpoint of the traction drive (transfer)
belt. The belt should deflect 0.14 in. (3.5 mm) (4).
Figure 5-3
5. Place a straightedge (6) against the traction drive
inner (transfer) pulley (5) and traction drive (traction
drum) pulley (8).
6. Apply approximately 12.5–15.2 lb (55.6–67.6 N) of
force at the midpoint of the traction drive (final drive)
belt. The belt should deflect 0.10 in. (2.5 mm) (7).
Are both belts within specification?
YES No adjustment is necessary. Install the
traction drive belt cover. (See “Traction Drive
Belt Cover” on page 5-7.)
NO Proceed to “Adjustment Procedure.”
To prevent damage to the belts, do not twist, fold,
bend, or overtighten the belts.
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