Adjustments
CAUTION
Before servicing or making adjustments to the
machine, stop engine and remove key from the
switch.
Engine Belts
Check condition and tension of belts after every 100
hours of operation (Fig. 17). Replace belts as required.
Alternator Belt
1. Proper tension will allow 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) deflection
on the belt midway between the pulleys, when pressed
firmly with thumb.
2. If deflection exceeds 1/8 in. (3.2 mm), loosen alter-
nator mounting bolts. Adjust belt tension and tighten
mounting bolts. Check deflection of belt again to assure
tension is correct.
Fan Belt
2
1
1. Proper tension will allow 3/8 in. (9.5 mm) deflection
Figure 17
on the belt midway between the pulleys, when pressed
1. Fan Belt
firmly with thumb.
2. Alternator belt
2. If deflection exceeds 3/8 in. (9.5 mm), loosen pulley
mounting bolt. Adjust belt tension and tighten mounting
bolt. Check deflection of belt again to assure tension is
correct.
Peugeot TUD5 Engine
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Groundsmaster 3000–D