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Cummins/Onan W3M-19 — Fan Belt Adjustment

Adjustments

For the Cummins/Onan W3M-19, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan W3M-19, Cummins/Onan W2C engine

Before you start

  • Do not use a fan belt until it breaks
  • Too tight a belt causes unnecessary wear on fan bearing

Parts for this job

Part numbers from the service-parts list for Cummins/Onan W3M-19. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.

Procedure

  1. Loosen the cap screws which hold the fan bracket.
  2. Raise or lower the bracket to adjust belt tension.
  3. Correct tension allows one side of belt pushed inward about 1/4 in. midway between pulleys.
  4. Tighten the cap screws securely.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Correct tension permits about 1/4 in. deflection

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Source: Cummins/Onan service 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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