Perkins 4006D-E23TA Operation And Maintenance Manual page 55

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4. Clean all disconnected connection and battery
terminals.
5. Use a fine grade of sandpaper to clean the
terminals and the cable clamps. Clean the items
until the surfaces are bright or shiny. DO NOT
remove material excessively. Excessive removal
of material can cause the clamps to not fit
correctly. Coat the clamps and the terminals with a
suitable silicone lubricant or petroleum jelly.
6. Tape the cable connections in order to help
prevent accidental starting.
7. Proceed with necessary system repairs.
8. In order to connect the battery, connect the
positive connection before the negative connector.
Belts - Inspect/Adjust/Replace
(Fan Drive Belts for 4008-30
Only)
Inspection
1. Isolate the electrical supply to the engine.
2. Visible inspect fan guards for ware or damage.
Repair as necessary.
Illustration 28
Typical example
3. Remove the inspection guard (X) and inspection
guard (Y).
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Illustration 29
Typical example
4. Inspect the belts (1) for cracks. Inspect the belts
for contamination. If necessary, replace the belts.
Refer to "Replacement" for more information.
5. The belt tension must be checked at position A.
Use a suitable spring balance and a suitable
straight edge to check the belt tension.
6. The belt tension should be 62 N (14 lb) with a
maximum deflection at position B of 16 mm
(0.63 inch).
7. Adjust the belts if the belt tension exceeds or is
below 62 N (14 lb). Refer to "Adjustment" for more
information.
8. Install the inspection guard (X) and inspection
guard (Y).
9. Restore the electrical supply to the engine.
Adjustment
1. Ensure that the electrical supply to the engine is
isolated. As required, remove the guards.
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