Ditch Witch FXT60 User Manual
Page 118
FX60/FXT60 Tier 4 Operator’s Manual
Service - 117
As Needed
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Adjust Blower Belt Tension
1.
Turn off engine and remove key.
2.
Loosen jam nut (3), pulley nut (1, alternate
view 1B) and idler mount bolt (2, alternate
view 2B) only enough that components can
slide.
3.
Rotate adjustment screw (4) using hand tools.
4.
Tighten pulley nut.
5.
Check belt tension at access hole (5).
Using ultrasonic meter:
•
New belt: 97-100 Hz
•
Used belt: 90-93 Hz
Using force/deflection:
•
New belt: 7 lb (31.1 N) at 1/4”
•
Used belt: 6 lb (26.7 N) at 1/4”
6.
Repeat steps 2-5 until belt is properly
tensioned.
7.
Tighten idler mount bolt and jam nut.
8.
Verify belt tension is correct.
Lube Blower for Long-term Storage
Lubricate blower before long-term storage to help
prevent rust and lockup.
1.
Remove plug from fitting at filter.
2.
Start engine.
3.
Spray light oil into port and run unit for 1-2
minutes.
4.
Turn off engine.