TM 9-2350-247-20-2
REPLACE/ADJUST GENERATOR DRIVE BELT (M548A3) -- Continued
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INSTALLATION
NOTE
Recheck drive belt tension after 20-50 miles (30-80 kilometers) of operation. If less than 12 lb
(5.4 kg), reset tension to 12-14 lb (5.4-6.4 kg) with 0.19-0.25 inch (4.8-6.4 mm) deflection.
1.
Position drive belt (4) over two pulleys (5).
2.
Adjust drive belt tension as follows:
a.
Loosen two generator mounting screws (1) and rotate turnbuckle (3) until drive belt deflection is 0.19-0.25 in
(4.8-6.4 mm). Use V-belt tensiometer with a force of 15-17 lb (6.8-7.7 kg) and straight edge spanning both pulleys.
Tighten locking nut (2) on turnbuckle (3) and torque mounting screws (1) to 36-38 lb-ft (49-52
Nm).
FOLLOW-THROUGH STEPS
1.
Install power plant rear access panel (see your -10).
END OF TASK