2006-08-06 03:39:19 · 0 answers · asked by RLG 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Very long and technical but has a lot of very important information so do yourself a favor and read it all! :)
ADJUSTMENT
There are screws on the motor where the motor is held to the frame. Loosen these and set the motor into the correct position. Also make sure to keep the motor exactly on a right angle to the fan belt to reduce the chances of slipping or wear on the edge of the belt. When everything is tightened, it is IMPORTANT that you check the amount of deflection on the fan belt; if you gently pull it halfway between the fan blade and the motor and then release it, it should deflect back more than 1/4'' but no more than 3/4''. This is very important because it will either strain the motor to the point of burning out or
it will allow the belt to slip and possibly make screeching sounds or snap the belt eventually if the belt is not at the correct tension
INSPECTION
Belt should be seasonally inspected. Here's what to look for:
-Chips and/or cracks in belt
-Smooth or shiny contact surface
-Loss of bendability
If one or more of the following, have the belt replaced.
REPLACEMENT
Go to your local hardware store to get a replacement. If your specific belt is in stock you can be sure of a match but if not, you will need to find one with the same width, thickness, length and in some cases, the grade or type of rubber.
2006-08-06 16:43:23 · answer #1 · answered by Ammy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The bolts holding the motor in place are in slotted holes either in the fan housing or the motor base. Loosen these bolts and slide the motor to the desired tension on the belt and re-tighten the bolts. Be careful not to over-tighten the belt as this will put excessive load on the bearings of the fan and motor. If the belt has any cracks or is shiny where it contacts the pulleys, it should be replaced. A little belt dressing periodically will increase the belt life.
2006-08-06 04:40:34 · answer #2 · answered by mccauleyrd 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Attic Fan Belt Replacement
2016-11-10 09:29:53 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
unloose the bolts holding the motor and using a srew driven tighten the belt by prying against the frame and then tighten the bolts back
2006-08-06 03:52:42 · answer #4 · answered by Ladder Captain-29 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if u cant figure it out get a new smaller belt. probly good idea to replace belt anyway.
2006-08-06 03:51:33 · answer #5 · answered by enord 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i agree with MCC
2006-08-06 04:42:11 · answer #6 · answered by zocko 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋