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Belt Tension




Belt Tension Specifications

NOTE: Use belt tension gauge tool No. 998 8500, or equivalent

Belt Tension Should Be Within The Following Ranges:
21 mm belt 3.5-4.6 units.
23 mm belt 2.5-4.0 units.

NOTE: If not within this range the tension damping unit must be changed.
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