10. Move the lever of the fuel valve to the O
the way to the right) and check for leaks. If it leaks,
replace the O-ring.
Belt Maintenance
position (all
N
Checking the Drive-Belt
Tension
Service Interval: Every 20 hours—Check the drive-belt
The drive belts should each have 1 cm (13/32 inch) of flex
when applying 6.8 kg (15 lb) of pressure, at mid-span
53).
1. Flex of 1 cm (13/32 inch)
1. Remove the divider plate; refer to
Divider Plate (page
2. Lay a straightedge along 1 drive belt, from 1 pulley to
the other
3. With your finger, push on the belt with 6.8 kg (15 lb)
of pressure, midway between the pulleys
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tension and adjust it as necessary. Replace
the drive belts if they show any signs of
wear, cracks, glazing, or damage.
2
Figure 53
Drive Belts
2. Straightedge
Removing the
29).
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53).
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(Figure
53).