MacDon M205 Operators Manual - Manual (Page 364)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
13. Install new compressor belt (A).
14. Pry compressor away from engine so that a force of
8–12 lbf (35–55 N) deflects the belt (A) 3/16 in. (5 mm)
at mid-span.
15. Tighten compressor mounting hardware (B).
16. Recheck tension and readjust as required.
17. Close the hood. Refer to 5.4.2 Closing Hood (Lower
Position), page 289 .
18. Close the platform. Refer to 5.5.2 Closing Platforms
(Standard Position), page 292 .
Figure 5.129: A/C Compressor
Tensioning Air Conditioner (A/C) Compressor Belt
DANGER
Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator's seat for any reason. A child or even a
pet could engage an idling machine.
1. Shut down the engine and remove the key.
2. Open the hood, refer to 5.4.1 Opening Hood (Lower
Position), page 288 .
3. Loosen compressor mounting hardware (B).
4. Pry compressor away from engine so that a force of
8–12 lbf (35–55 N) deflects the belt (A) 3/16 in. (5 mm)
at mid-span.
5. Tighten compressor mounting hardware (B).
6. Recheck tension and readjust as required.
7. Close the hood, refer to 5.4.2 Closing Hood (Lower
Position), page 289 .
Figure 5.130: A/C Compressor
Replacing Air Conditioner A/C Compressor Belt
DANGER
Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator's seat for any reason. A child or even a
pet could engage an idling machine.
1. Shut down the engine and remove the key.
2. Open the hood. Refer to 5.4.1 Opening Hood (Lower
Position), page 288 .
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