6.6 Belt drives Care and maintenance work 1 2 3 B A Checking the belt drive Checking the belt tension z Lower indicator arm (1) into the measuring device. z Place guide (3) between two belt pulleys on the V-belt (2). The stop should be at the si- de. z Press the button (4) at right angles to the V- belt (2) evenly until you hear or feel the spring snap in. z Lift the measuring device carefully without altering the position of the indicator arm (1). z Read the measured value at the point of in- tersection (arrow), scale (5) and indicator arm (1). Setting values see ( 51 ) . z If necessary, re-tighten and repeat measu- rement. Tools (The belt tension measuring device (order no.
8115) is obtainable from your DEUTZ partner. Tightening the belt z Loosen screws 2. z Tighten screw 1 in clockwise direction until the desired belt tension is achieved. z Tighten screws 2. 6 z Check the whole belt drive visually for da- mage. z Renew damaged parts. z Remount protective devices if necessary. z Pay attention to correct fit of new belts, check the tension after running for 15 minu- tes. Changing belts z Loosen screws 2. z Loosen screw 1. z Tighten screw 1 in clockwise direction until the desired belt tension is achieved. z Remove belt and fit new one. z Tighten screws 2. 39 Only carry out work on the belt drive when the engine is not running!