Pedal Slipping; Noise Issues - Matrix R3XE-01 Service Manual

8.9 TROUBLESHOOTING - PEDALS SLIPPING
POSSIBLE CAUSES:
1) The belt tension is not enough.
2) The one way bearing is damaged.
SOLUTION:
1) Remove the covers and check the belt tension.
a. Tighten the drive belt tension if needed by moving the spring tension clip to another hole.
b. The generator belt should be tightened to 85 lbf.
2) If the belts are tensioned correctly, the one way bearing is damaged, replace the drive assembly.
8.10 TROUBLESHOOTING - NOISE ISSUES
POSSIBLE CAUSES:
1) The pedal is on the crank too loosely.
2) The crank or axle is worn out.
3) The belt tension is not enough, or the belts are too dirty.
SOLUTION:
1) Retighten the pedal on the crank.
2) Replace the crank or axle as needed.
3) Remove the covers and check the belt tension.
a. Tighten the drive belt tension if needed by moving the spring tension clip to another hole.
b. The generator belt should be tightened to 85 lbf.
4) Clean the belts. If they are worn or will not clean, replace the belts.
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING
PEDALS SLIPPING
KNOCKING OR CREAKING NOISE
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