SELF ADJUSTING PIVOT TYPE TENSIONER

摘要

An automatic pivot tensioner for maintaining a desired tension on a drive member includes a one-way clutch configured to be supported adjacent the drive member and including a first clutch member and a second clutch member. The clutch is configured to allow rotation of the first clutch member with respect to the second clutch member in a first direction and to inhibit rotation of the first clutch member with respect to the second clutch member in a second opposite direction. A clutch lever is supported on one of the first clutch member and the second clutch member for rotation therewith. An idler member is supported on a first portion of the clutch lever and is configured for contact with the drive member. A biasing member is attached to the clutch lever for biasing the clutch lever for rotation in the first direction.