Belt Tension - TW150

[rcarolina]

Probably been asked a million times before , so sorry for any repetition but is there a 'rule of thumb' method for checking the belt tension on a TW150? In the manual it mentions a special Timberwolf tool for assessing the slack but we don't have one. Is it essential or has anyone got any other tips?

 

Cheers.

[Matthew Storrs]

I do mine pretty much as tight as the adjuster will go within reason, if the belts squeaks when you turn the machine of its probably a bit slack.

[Timberwolf Official]

Hi

At the back of all Timberwolf manuals is a belt tensioning guide for most models

For your TW150DHB for instance new belts being fitted will need to be tightened sufficientlty to see a 4mm movement (deflection) when a force of 3.7-4 kgs is applied, this reading needs to be taken from mid point between the pulleys at the longest span of belt, and can only be acheived accurately with the correct guage.

Without using a guage it will be less exact but if the delection is set to 4mm with a moderate force from your finger this will probably suffice, dont forget belts will stretch and this will need to be checked/adjusted after a few hours running.

If you are still unsure please give Timberwolfs Technical helpline a call on 01449 765820 they will talk you through the procedure:thumbup1:

[rcarolina]

Thanks for the tips - are the TW tension gauges expensive?