Wacker Plate Compactor VP1430AWAH V-Belt Replacement

The V-belt is located in a large gray compartment on the left side of the machine

There are two 1/2 in bolts in the center of the belt guard cover that hold it on. Loosen them using the 1/2 in socket and the 3/8 in drive ratchet, but don't fully remove them

Remove the belt guard cover and set it aside

Rotate the belt slowly, inspecting for signs of damage such as the crack shown

Pull part of the V-belt up and over the top of the large pulley with one hand

Maintain tension on the belt while using your other hand to rotate the pulley clockwise until the belt comes off. This will require a bit of force

Clean any dirt or residue off of the area where the belt rode on the pulleys to ensure the new belt doesn't get any unnecessary wear

Loop the bottom of the belt around the small pulley

Pull the top of the belt around the bottom of the large pulley

Slowly twist the top pulley counter-clockwise while maintaining tension on the belt until the belt is completely on. This will require a bit of force

Lightly pressure wash or otherwise clean the inside of the belt guard and belt guard cover. This will reduce wear and damage on the new belt

Line up the cover of the belt guard and place each bolt in its respective hole

Firmly press the belt guard cover into the rubber molding of the belt guard case to ensure proper sealing

Tighten the bolts firmly with a 1/2 in socket and a 3/8 in drive ratchet