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Belt Tension
Adjust the tension of the alternator/fan belt so that it can
be depressed about 0.4-0.6 in. (10-15 mm) when
applying finger pressure. See Figure 3-13. Use the
following procedure to adjust the belt.
1. Adjusting screw
2. Battery charging alternator pulley
3. Alternator pivot screw
4. Check alternator belt tension here
Figure 3-13. Belt Tension
1. Disconnect battery, negative lead first.
2. Loosen pivot and adjusting screws.
3. While prying battery-charging alternator outward,
tighten adjusting screw.
4. Tighten pivot screw.
5. Recheck and adjust as necessary.
6. Reconnect battery, negative lead last.
Also, check fan belt for cracks or tears and replace
if necessary.
3-12 Scheduled Maintenance
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NOTE
WARNING
Rotating parts.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Do not operate generator set without all guards,
screens, and covers in place.
Exposed moving parts can cause severe injury or
death. Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from
belts and pulleys when unit is running. Replace guards,
covers, and screens before operating generator set.
Battery Charging
Your generator is equipped with a 40-amp, belt-driven
battery charging alternator.
attached to the engine block by a bracket and keeps the
battery constantly charged. Be sure to observe battery
polarity when connecting the battery to the generator
set. The alternator requires no maintenance other than
maintaining belt tension. To adjust the alternator belt
tension, see Belt Tension.
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1. Battery charging alternator
Figure 3-14. Battery Charging Alternator
See Figure 3-14.
It is
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