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Cummins/Onan 12.0 RDJC — Fan Belt Adjustment

Adjustments

For the Cummins/Onan 12.0 RDJC, from the Cummins/Onan operator's manual.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan RDJC

Before you start

  • Be sure to tighten nut securely.

Parts for this job

Part numbers from the service-parts list for Cummins/Onan RDJC. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.

Procedure

  1. Loosen the nut on the belt tightener pulley shaft.
  2. Move the shaft left or right in the elongated slot in the pulley mounting bracket.
  3. Adjust until a deflection of 1/2 inch (13 mm) is obtained with about 15 pounds (67 N) of force.
  4. Apply force at a point midway between the water pump pulley and belt tightener pulley.

Specs & values

  • 1/2 inch (13 mm) deflection at 15 lb (67 N)

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Source: Cummins/Onan operator's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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