Multiquip DFG Series manual Checking V-BELT Tension and Alignment

MAINTENANCE/SERVICE

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DANGER

WEAR SAFETY EYEWEAR AND OTHER

APPROPRIATE APPAREL WHEN DISASSEMBLING THE CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH ASSEMBLY. CAUTION ALL ONLOOKERS REGARDING THE POTENTIAL FOR FLYING DEBRIS. FAILURE TO EXERCISE PROPER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAN RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY.

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b)Disassemble the rotor/shoe assembly and drum/pulley assemblies. Clean each component with an appropriate safety solvent. Pay special attention to the inside diameter bore of the drum/pulley assembly bearing. Inspect for signs of excessive wear and damage which can allow the rapid formation of foreign material accumulation. FIGURE 46

FIGURE 46

CAUTION

Observe all applicable safety precautions for the solvent.

c)The clutch rotor springs and shoes are relatively maintenance free and should deliver many hours of trouble free operation before compete replacement is required. Severely discolored springs and shoes are signs of excessive clutch slippage caused by improper operation techniques. FIGURE 47.

FIGURE 47

10)Reassemble the components in reverse order and install the clutch assembly on the engine crankshaft with the pulley facing towards the engine.

11)Reinstall the V-belts to the transmission and clutch pulleys and tighten as outlined in

CHECKING V-BELT TENSION AND ALIGNMENT.

DFG-SERIES SURFACE GRINDERS OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV #4 (05/28/09) PAGE 43