Hourglass Deflector Drive Belts - 16 Ft Only - MacDon R80 Operator's Manual

7.9.8 Hourglass Deflector Drive Belts – 16
Ft Only
DANGER
Stop engine and remove key from ignition
before leaving operator's seat for any
reason. A child or even a pet could engage
an idling machine.
7.9.8.1 Belt Tension
a. Lower header fully, shut off engine and remove
key.
b. Open LH and RH drive shields.
LH SIDE
RH SIDE
c. Apply force of 51 lbf (22 N) to each deflector
drive belt at mid-span. Deflection of each belt
should be 0.12 in. (3 mm).
IMPORTANT
To prolong belt and drive life, do not over-
tighten belts.
Form # 169089
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE
d. If necessary, adjust as follows:
e. Re-adjust tension of a new belt after a short run-
7.9.8.2
a. Lower header fully, shut off engine and remove
b. Open cutterbar door(s).
c. Open LH and RH drive shields.
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B
C
A
1. Loosen nuts (A).
2. Loosen jam-nut (B) on adjuster bolt (C).
3. Turn adjuster bolt to adjust tension.
4. Tighten nuts (A) and jam-nut (B).
in period, (about 5 hours).
Belt Replacement
key.
CAUTION
Exercise caution when working around the
blades. Blades are sharp and can cause
serious injury. Wear gloves when handling
blades.
B
C
A
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Model Year - 2010