MAINTENANCE
Grass Flail Head
MAINTENANCE
Tensioning Drive Belts
The rotor shaft is driven from the gear motor via “V” belts which are adjustable for tension. After stopping the tractor engine, remove the drive guards to tighten the belts. Check the tension by applying a force of 6.17 -
7.72lbs at right angles to the belt in the centre of the two pulleys. If the deflection is great than 1/4” then release the motor mounting plate screws and adjuster locknut and screw the adjuster to tighten the belts until the deflection is 1/4”. Then, tighten the locknut, recheck the belt tension, and replace the belt cover.
IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten belt as this may cause premature failure of the rotor shaft and motor bearings.
MACHETE 2 11/08 | Maintenance Section |
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