Belt Maintenance
Check the condition and tension of the alternator belt
after the first day of operation and every 100 operating
hours thereafter.
Tensioning the Alternator
Belt
Service Interval: After the first 8 hours—Check
the condition and tension of the
alternator belt.
Every 100 hours
1.
Open the hood.
2.
Check the tension of the alternator belt by
pressing it
(Figure
alternator and the crankshaft pulleys with 10 kg
(22 lb) of force.
Figure 63
1. Brace
2. Alternator belt
Note:
The belt should deflect 11 mm (7/16
inch). If the deflection is incorrect, proceed to
step 3. If correct, continue operation.
3.
Loosen the bolt securing the brace to the engine
(Figure
63), the bolt securing the alternator to
the brace and the pivot bolt.
4.
Insert a pry bar between the alternator and the
engine and pry out on the alternator.
5.
When you achieve the proper tension, tighten
the alternator, brace, and pivot bolts to secure
the adjustment.
63) midway between the
3. Pivot bolt
Hydraulic System
Maintenance
Hydraulic System Safety
•
Seek immediate medical attention if fluid is injected
into skin. Injected fluid must be surgically removed
within a few hours by a doctor.
•
Ensure that all hydraulic-fluid hoses and lines are
in good condition and all hydraulic connections
and fittings are tight before applying pressure to
the hydraulic system.
•
Keep your body and hands away from pinhole
leaks or nozzles that eject high-pressure hydraulic
fluid.
•
Use cardboard or paper to find hydraulic leaks.
•
Safely relieve all pressure in the hydraulic system
before performing any work on the hydraulic
system.
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