MacDon R85 Rotary Disc 16 Foot Pull-Type - Manual (Page 199)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
8.8.5 Conditioner Drive Belt
The conditioner drive belt is located inside the drive compartment at the left hand side of the mower conditioner and
is tensioned with a spring tensioner.
The tension is factory set, so should not require adjusting.
Inspecting the Conditioner Drive Belt
Check the belt tension and inspect for damage or wear every 100 hours or annually (preferably before the start of
the cutting season).
DANGER
Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason. A child or even
a pet could engage an idling machine.
1. Lower mower conditioner to ground, turn off engine,
and remove key.
2. Open the driveshield. See Section 5.4 Driveshields,
page 32 .
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