Service Limit
6. If the tension is not within specification, remove the front panel to gain
access to the tensioning nuts.
7. Next loosen, but do not remove, the 4 Y-Drive Belt clamp screws. Check
that the belt is clear of the clamp before adjusting the tension. Note:
There is one clamp per Y belt.
8. Locate the Y belt tension adjustment nut on the front of the system.
ure
400)
9. Adjust (increase/decrease) the tension by turning the tensioning nut
ure
400) so that the dial indicator reads between 25 and 35.
Figure 400: Y drive belt tension adjustment
Y-Drive Belt
Tension
Adjusting
Nut
10. Remove the belt fixture and move the head forward and back across the
gantry several times.
1 1. Reattach the belt tension gauge and recheck the tension.
12. Continue to adjust and check the tension until the tension meets specifi-
cation.
13. Tighten the 4 Y-Drive Belt clamp screws. (One clamp per Y belt).
14. Reinstall the top, front and side panels.
Figure 399: Gauge readings
Adjustment Limit
(Figure
398)
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