How to adjust the JCB bucket loader engine fan belt



Adjusting the Fan Belt

! WARNING

Make sure the engine cannot be started. Disconnect the

battery before doing this job.

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1

Park the machine on firm level ground, engage the

parking brake and set the transmission to neutral. Raise

and block the loader arms. Lower the backhoe to the

ground and stop the engine.

2

Loosen pivot fastening bolts A and B. Loosen

adjustment link fastening bolts C and D.

3

Position the alternator so that there is 10 mm (3/8 in)

slack at point X.

4

Tighten bolts C and D, then bolts A and B.

Note: If a new belt is fitted, the belt tension must be

checked again after the first 20 hours of operation.