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OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
Read all of manual to become familiar with this vehicle. Pay attention to all NOTICES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS.
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If the element is in acceptable condition, loose dirt may
be removed by tapping the filter lightly. Do not use oil on
the filter element or any part of the unit
STARTER/GENERATOR BELT TENSION
Tool List
Belt tension gauge....................................................... 1
Wrench, 13mm ............................................................ 1
Wrench, 14mm" ........................................................... 2
Ratchet ........................................................................ 1
Socket, 15mm.............................................................. 1
The starter/generator belt tension should be checked af-
ter 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 to 90 - 110 lbs. (41
- 50 kg) tension when a gauge is applied half way be-
tween the two pulleys.
Fig. 34 Checking Belt Tension with Gauge
Although not as accurate, a new belt may be depressed
with a finger to check the belt tension. A maximum de-
flection of 3/8" (10 mm) is acceptable.
Fig. 35 Checking Belt Tension with Finger
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NOTICE
3/8" (1 cm) Maximum
Deflection (New Belt)
1/2" (1.3 cm) Maximum
Deflection (Existing Belt)
Re-tighten an existing belt to 75 - 80 lbs. (34 - 36 kg)
tension using the same technique. A maximum deflec-
tion of 1/2" (13 mm) is acceptable.
ADJUSTING THE BELT
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Using a 15mm socket and a 13mm open end wrench,
loosen the starter/generator pivot bolt.
While holding the lower adjusting nut with a 14mm
wrench, loosen the upper jam nut with another 14mm
wrench. Move the 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.
Fig. 36 Adjusting the Belt Tension
Using a 15mm socket and a 13mm open end wrench,
tighten the starter/generator pivot bolt.
COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING
At least once a year, or more often under adverse condi-
tions, the cooling system should be cleaned. Cleaning
will assure an adequate supply of air to the cooling fins.
Compressed air may be used for routine cooling system
maintenance.
Fig. 37 Cleaning Cooling System with Air
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