LM 286 EN 30012013.book - Oy LAIMU Ab

User manual LM 286
5.8 Maintenance every 125 operating hours
Also carry out maintenance items 1–7.
5.8.1 Fan belt tension check/adjustment (9)
► Check the condition of the alternator belt. If the belt is worn or oily, replace
it with a new one.
Figure 57.
► Press the belt with your thumb, applying a force of 7–8 kPa. The belt must
flex by approx. 10 mm.
Adjusting belt tension:
1. Loosen the fastener (A) (fastener below the alternator).
2. Loosen the adjustment locking screw (B).
3. Adjust belt tension by turning the alternator.
4. Tighten the adjustment locking screw (B), and check belt tension.
5. Tighten fastener (A) or redo items 2–4.
5.8.2 Battery fluid level check (10)
The battery is located on the right side of the body in front of the fuel
tank under the protective cover (A).
Figure 58.
► Remove the battery's protective cover.
If the battery is a so‐called maintenance‐free battery:
► Only check the cleanliness of the terminals/clamps and the battery. Clean
when necessary and lubricate the clamps with chassis grease.
If the battery cells are equipped with filler plugs:
► Open the plugs.
► Check the cells' fluid levels. The fluid levels must be 5–10 mm above the
cells.
► When necessary add clean battery water and close the plugs carefully.
► Never add acid or use naked flame to check the fluid level.
Varoitus! Varning! Warning!
The fluid contained in the battery is highly corrosive acid!
If you get acid on your clothes or skin, rinse it off immediately with
plenty of water. If acid gets into your eyes, rinse it off immediately with
plenty of water and seek medical care.
52 06 Maintenance Rev. 30.1.2013