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FITTER - CITS

Skill Sequence

Adjust belt tension in ‘v’ belt drive

Objectives : At the end of this exercise you shall be able to
• check belt tension using a spring balance
• adjust belt tension by tensioning bolts.

Measure the longest span length of the belt between the pulleys, using a steel tape.

Find the middle of the longest span of the belt between the pulleys.
Push this mid-point inwards, then pull it out and note the total deflection. (Fig 1)
This indicates the existing tension of the belt.
Loosen the lock-nuts. (Fig 2)

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CITS : C G & M - Fitter - Exercise 73