Tightening The V-Belt/Checking V-Belt Tension - Wacker Neuson BTS Series Operator's Manual

Putting into operation
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Tightening the V-belt/Checking V-belt tension

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ATTENTION:
Exact V-belt tension is essential for maximum cutting
performance with minimum fuel consumption. Improper V-belt
tension will result in premature wear to the V-belt and V-belt
pulley or damage to the clutch bearing. Retighten new V-belt after
first running hour!
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NOTE: The two fastening nuts (11) must be loosened before
tightening the V-belt or checking the tension.
To increase the belt tension, turn the tightening screw (12) to the right
(clockwise) with the combination wrench included with the cut-off saw
The belt tension is correctly adjusted when the nut (13) is centred on
the mark (14).
ATTENTION: After tightening/inspection, make certain to
tighten the fastening nuts (11) 30 + 2 Nm (22 + 1,5 ft.lbs.).
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