Starter/Generator Belt Tension; Battery Cleaning - E-Z-GO TXT GASOLINA Manual Del Propietário

OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
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STARTER/GENERATOR BELT TENSION

Tool List
Belt tension gauge....................................................... 1
Wrench, 3/4"................................................................ 1
Wrench, 9/16".............................................................. 2
Ratchet, 3/8" drive ....................................................... 1
Socket, 3/4", 3/8" drive ................................................ 1
The starter/generator belt tension should be checked
after the first 15 - 20 hours and set to 75 - 80 lbs. (34 - 36
kg).
.
A loose belt can cause audible vibration and squeal.
Tighten a new starter/generator belt (Ref Fig. 37 on page
23) to 90 - 110 lbs. (41-50 kg) tension when a gauge is applied half way between the two pulleys (Ref Fig. 25 on
page 18).
Ref Cbg 1
Fig. 25 Checking Belt Tension with Gauge
A new belt may be checked manually. A maximum
deflection of 3/8" (10 mm) is acceptable (Ref Fig. 26 on
page 18).
3/8" (1 cm)
1/2" (1.3 cm) Max. Deflection for Existing
Ref Cbm 1
Fig. 26 Checking Belt Tension Manually
Tighten an existing belt to 75 - 80 lbs. (34 - 36 kg) ten-
sion using the same technique and inspect for cracking
or wear. A maximum deflection of 1/2" (13 mm) is accept-
able.
Adjusting The Belt
Loosen the starter/generator pivot bolt.
While holding the lower adjusting nut with a wrench,
loosen the upper jam nut with another wrench. Move the
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Qty. Required
Max. Deflection for New Belt
Belt
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lower nut up or down the adjustment bolt until proper belt
tension is achieved. Hold the lower nut in place and
tighten the upper jam nut against it (Ref Fig. 27 on page
18).
Ref Abt 1
Fig. 27 Adjusting Belt Tension
Tighten the starter/generator pivot bolt.

BATTERY CLEANING

To reduce the possibility of damage to vehicle or floor,
neutralize acid before rinsing battery.
To reduce the possibility of damage to electrical compo-
nents while cleaning, do not use a pressure washer.
Cleaning should take place per the Periodic Service
Schedule (Ref Fig. 16 on page 14).
When cleaning the outside of the battery and terminals,
first spray with a solution of sodium bicarbonate (baking
soda) and water to neutralize any acid deposits before
rinsing with clear water.
Use of a water hose without first neutralizing any acid,
will move acid from the top of the battery to another area
of the vehicle or storage facility where it will attack the
metal structure or the concrete/asphalt floor. Additionally,
a residue will be left on the battery which is conductive
and will contribute to the discharge of the battery.
.
To reduce the possibility of battery explosion
that could result in severe injury or death, do
not use metallic spray wand to clean battery
and keep all smoking materials, open flame or
sparks away from the battery.
Jam Nut
Adjusting Nut