10.3.8.1 Carry out visual check
Visual inspection for damages:
➤ Check the belt thoroughly for cracks, fraying or stretching.
When damaged or worn: Replace the drive belt immediately.
Check the belt seating
Fig. 48 Checking the drive belt seating
1
Belt pulley
2
Drive belt
3
Pulley guidance groove
➤ Check the drive belt seating.
Belt is positioned too deeply in the guidance groove: Replace the drive belt immediately.
1. Replace the belt guard.
2. Reconnect the negative battery terminal.
3. Close the doors.
10.3.8.2 Checking belt tension
Check belt tension when they are warm, not hot, to avoid length variations through temperature.
The belt tension can be checked by hand: To check the tension, press the belt inwards with the
thumb at the mid-point between pulleys.
Fig. 49 Manually checking the belt tension
A
Drive belt testing position
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- Compressive load approximately: 10 Kg
- Play approximately: 7– 9 mm
10 Maintenance
10.3 Engine maintenance
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Operator manual Portable compressor
M 64
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