Smithco Diesel Super Rake 17-001 Maintenance Manual - Manual (Page 21)

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BELT TENSIONER ADJUSTMENT
SUPER STAR
The belt tensioner controls the tension on
the belt from the engine to the pump. Over
tightening the belt will shorten the life of the
belt and the machine may not perform to
the best of its ability. To adjust belt
tensioner, loosen the bolt holding the
tensioner (A). Bring idler pulley tight to the
belt and turn tensioner into belt to the sec-
ond notch, 15°. Tighten bolt on tensioner.
DIESEL X-TREME
To change the tension on the Diesel Extreme belts,
you need to loosen the bolt on the top of the pump
mount. Pull pump pulley to the right for more tension
to the left for less tension. Hold pulley in place and
tighten the bolt.
STORAGE
When storing, remove the key from the key switch to avoid unauthorized persons from operating machine.
1. Before storing clean machine thoroughly.
2. Check bolts and nuts, tighten as necessary.
3. Make all repairs that are needed and remove any debris.
4. Remove the battery, adjust the electrolyte level and recharge it. Store the battery in a dry, dark place.
5. Store in a clean and dry area, but NOT near a stove, furnace or water heater which uses a pilot light or
any device that can create a spark.
6. Engines stored over 30 days need to be protected or drained of fuel to prevent gum from forming in a
fuel system or on essential carburetor parts. Check the engine manual and follow the instructions for
the storage of the engine.
HOW TO