Dixon 12881-1104 manual Hydrostatic Pumps, Hydrostat Drive Belt Replacement Procedure

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

HYDROSTATIC PUMPS:

Before each use, check to be sure that the cooling fins of the hydrostatic pumps are clean. Excessive accu- mulation of oil, dirt, or trash may cause the pumps to overheat. NEVER WASH ACROSS TOP OF RESER- VOIR WITH WATER OR STEAM. Fill reservoir as required per the maintenance schedule listed in this book.

HYDROSTAT DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE:

To remove hydrostat pump drive belt:

(The hydrostat pump drive is equipped with a spring loaded belt take-up).

1.Raise seat.

2.Remove hold down bolts from belt cover. Remove belt cover.

3.Rotate the spring loaded take-up idler towards the left hand hydro pump to provide belt slack for re- moval.

4.Remove belt.

To install hydrostat pump drive belt:

1.Rotate the spring loaded take-up idler towards the left hand hydro pump.

2.Install belt per diagram.

3. Re-attach belt cover.

4.Return the seat to the operating position.

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