Multiquip SP-6457 TD Adjusting Blade Shaft Drive Belt Tension, Engine Mount Lock Bolts

CAUTION

§Over-tensioning shortens belt and bearing life.

§Keep belts clean of foreign material that may cause slippage.

§Make V-Belt inspection a periodic procedure.

§Never dress belts, as this can cause premature failure.

Adjusting Blade Shaft Drive Belt Tension

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NOTE

When tightening or loosening drive belts, raise the saw to reduce stress on the tensioning system, and gravity will assist you by pulling the engine backwards slightly.

1.Access the Panel on the side of the saw, loosen the Engine Mount Lock Bolts to allow the engine to rotate forward.

∙Requires 15/16” socket, 10”- 12” extension and ratchet or breaker bar.

Access Panel

Engine Mount	Engine Mount
	Lock Bolt
Lock Bolt

Fig. 27 — Engine Mount Lock Bolts

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