MK Diamond MK-100 Tracker - Manual (Page 32)

MK-100 TRACKER Revision 02/03, Effective Date February 12, 2003 Page 32
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
3. V-Belt Inspection, Adjustment and Replacement:
The MK-100 TRACKER is designed with a power transmission v-belt. In order to ensure the MK-100
TRACKER operates at peak efficiency, the V-belt should be inspected monthly, and changed if the v-belt
shows damage and/or excessive wear.
NOTE: 1. When a new belt is installed, it should be inspected and re-tensioned after the first forty-eight
(48) hours of operation.
(D)
Remove the Cutting Head (See
Adjusting the Cutting Head
(I)
Loosen the Motor Adjustment
Strap
(H)
Loosen motor mounting bolts
If re-tensioning only, go
to step N
(G)
Check belt for proper tension
if tension correct, go to step R
(proper tension 1/8-inch)
(F)
Inspect the V-belt for cracks,
Fraying, separation and wear. Go
to step H if replacement required
(E)
Remove the Belt Guard
(A)
Ensure the ON/OFF Switch
is in the OFF position
Off
Position
ON/OFF
Switch
(B)
Unplug the GFCI from the
Power source
(C)
Remove the Diamond Blade
Diamond
Blade
Retaining
Bolts
Unplug
Cutting
Head
Three
Bolts
Rotate Counter-
clockwise to
loosen
7/16-inch
Wrench
Inspect
V-belt
Check Tension
1/2-way
between pulleys
Rotate Counter-
clockwise to
loosen
1/2-inch
Wrench
9/16-inch
Wrench
Adjustment
Strap Bolt
Rotate Counter-
clockwise to
loosen