MAINTENANCE/ADJUSTMENTS
Fan Belt Adjustment
Fan Belt Tension Check Interval | Daily or after 10 Hours |
NOTE: Adjust the belt tension after the first 50 hours of operation and replace when necessary.
Measure the fan belt for correct tension. Check to see if the belt deflection is about 13mm (0.5 inch) when pushing the belt with 10 kg (22 lb) load at point 1 .
ADJUSTING
BOLT
PIVOT NUT
Rotating fan and belts. Contact can injure. Keep clear.
To Adjust the fan belt tension loosen the adjusting bolt and pivot nut of the alternator. Move the alternator away from the engine until correct belt tension is reached. Tighten the adjusting bolt and pivot nut to a torque of 16 Nm (12 lb ft).
NOTE: Too much tension will cause alternator and water pump bearing failure and belt wear. Too little tension will cause a decrease in alternator output and belt wear.
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