Generator Inspection: Pulley

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Check pulley for wear, damage or other abnormal conditions. Replace pulley if necessary.
Check pulley according to the following procedure.
1. Hold center of pulley.
2. Check that pulley locks up when turned in clockwise [b] and rotates smoothly in counterclockwise [a].
  If any faulty condition is found, replace pulley.
  
  Fig 1: [Checking Pulley For Wear]
  Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.