Figure 38
1. Traction drive belt cover
2. Chec k tension b y de pressing belt ( Figure 39 ) at
mid span of pulleys with 4 ± 1 lb . of force . Belt
should deflect 1/4 in. If deflection is incor rect,
proceed to next ste p .
Figure 39
1. Traction drive belt
3. T o adjust belt tension:
A. On bac k side of side plate , loosen the capscrew
securing the idler brac k et to the side plate
( Figure 40 ).
Figure 40
1. Idler bracket capscrew
B . Using a 3/8 in. dri v e tor que wrenc h, rotate
the idler brac k et with 35-40 in.-lb . of tor que
to set belt tension ( Figure 41 ). Tighten the
idler brac k et mounting capscrew . Do not
o v er -tension belt.
Figure 41
1. Traction drive belt 2. Torque here
C . Install belt co v er .
Controls System
Maintenance
Adjusting the Traction
Control
If traction control does not eng ag e or it slips during
operation, an adjustment is required.
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