Maintenance
Alternator Belt
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3/10/20
Maintenance
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wear safety goggles and a face shield when working near batteries.
Failure to do so will cause serious injury.
WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain
lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
3.5
Alternator Belt
The alternator belt is self-tensioning and should not need adjustment.
If the battery continues to not charge properly or the belt continues to squeal after the ini-
tial belt adjustment, replace the belt.
1.
Release the blade tension and remove the blade from the sawmill if necessary. Turn the
key switch to OFF (0) and remove the key.
2.
Remove the drive belt cover and alternator cover.
3.
Pry the belt idler up and remove the belt from the alternator and engine pulleys.
4.
While holding the idler up, install the new belt around the alternator and engine pulleys.
5.
Release the idler on top of the belt and reinstall the alternator and drive belt covers.
3.6
Air Cleaner
Replace the air cleaner cartridge every 200 hours of operation. Change the cartridge
more often if operating the sawmill in dirty conditions or if engine performance indicates a
new cartridge is necessary.
3.7
RPM Adjustments
WARNING!
Remove the blade before performing any engine service.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury.
Check the RPM with a tachometer every 200 hours of operation.
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