Kubota WSM STV32 Workshop Manual page 37

STV32 · STV36 · STV40, WSM
Checking Fan Belt Tension
A Be sure to stop engine before checking belt tension.
1. Stop the engine and remove the key.
2. Apply moderate thumb pressure to belt between pulleys.
3. If tension is incorrect, loosen the alternator mounting bolts and
using a lever placed between the alternator and the engine
block, pull the alternator out until the deflection of the belt falls
within acceptable limits.
4. Replace fan belt if it is damaged.
Fan Belt tension Factory spec.
(1) Adjusting Screw
(2) Fan Belt
Checking Brake Pedal Free Travel
A Stop the engine and chock the wheels before checking
brake pedal.
A The difference between the right and left pedal plays must
be less than 5.0 mm (0.19 in.).
1. Release the parking brake.
2. Slightly depress the brake pedals (1) and measure free travel
(L) at top of pedal stroke.
3. If the measurement is not within the factory specifications,
loosen the lock nut (2) and turn the brake rod (3).
4. Retighten the lock nut (2) securely.
Keep the free travel in the right and left brake pedals equal.
Brake pedal free travel
Factory spec.
"L"
(1) Brake Pedal
(2) Lock Nut
(3) Brake Rod
G-23
GENERAL
A deflection of between 7 to
9 mm (0.28 to 0.35 in.)
when the belt is pressed in
the middle of the span.
A : Check the belt tension
B : To tighten
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20 to 30 mm
0.79 to 1.18 in.
L : Free Travel
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KiSC issued 04, 2006 A