GEAR DRIVE
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22. Check the routing of the belt and that all belt
guides are adjusted properly (Figure 208).
Figure 208
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Belt Adjustment
The 260 Series Gear Drive Tractor uses a sliding idler
pulley to adjust the drive belt tension. Proper tension
will provide ½” (12.700 mm) belt deflection under light
pressure. To check the belt adjustment:
1. Remove the center access plate located between
the fender and the hood stand.
2. Loosen the belt guide and check the belt tension,
which should be ½” (12.700 mm) belt deflection
under light pressure (Figure 209).
Figure 209
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3. Loosen the bolt and nut holding the idler pulley to
the bracket. Adjust the pulley as necessary to
achieve the ½” (12.700 mm) deflection (Figure
210).
Figure 210
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4. Tighten the bolt and nut.
5. Tighten the belt guide.
6. Recheck the belt tension.
7. Reinstall the access plate.
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