7.4 troUblESHooting - pEdalS Slipping
poSSiblE caUSES:
1) The belt tension is not enough.
2) The one way bearing is damaged.
SolUtion:
1) Remove the covers and check the belt tension.
a. The drive belt should be tightened to 170 ft / lbs.
b. The Generator belt should be tightened to 85 ft / lbs.
2) If the belts are tensioned correctly, the one way bearing is damaged, replace the drive assembly.
7.5 troUblESHooting - noiSE iSSUES
poSSiblE caUSES:
1) The pedal is on the pedal arm too loosely.
2) The drive axle is worn out.
3) The belt tension is not enough, or the belts are too dirty.
SolUtion:
1) Retighten the pedal onto the pedal arm.
2) Replace the drive axle as needed.
3) Remove the covers and check the belt tension.
a. The drive belt should be tightened to 170 ft / lbs.
b. The Generator belt should be tightened to 85 ft / lbs.
4) Clean the belts. If they are worn or will not clean, replace the belts.
cHaptEr 7: troUblESHooting
pEdalS Slipping
knocking or crEaking noiSE
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