Controlled Products Systems Group SWINGSMART DC 20 - Manual (Page 128)

General Maintenance
6-30 SwingSmart DC Installation and Reference Manual Revision E
D
RIVE
B
ELT
T
ENSION AND
A
LIGNMENT
Figure 6-16.
Proper drive belt tension is important for prolonging the life of the drive belt and maintaining the superior
performance of the operator. To check the drive belt tension, take the following steps:
Remove the SwingSmart covers. Refer to Unpacking the Operator .
1. Turn off the DC and AC power switches.
2. Check to make sure the pulley is aligned vertically.
3. With your finger, apply light outward pressure to the drive belt. If it is properly tensioned, it should only
move about 1/16-inch to 1/8-inch (1.6 to 3.2mm). See Figure 6-16.
4. To replace or re-tension the drive belt. Loosen the two motor bracket bolts and move the bracket
accordingly.
1/16" - 1/8"
loosen 2 fasteners.
To adjust the tension or
replace the belt,
Slide the motor
bracket.
Retighten the
fasteners when
adjustments are
complete.