Sanding Belt Tension - Grizzly G1014Z Owner's Manual

Replacing V-Belt
1.
DISCONNECT SANDER FROM POWER!
2. Follow Steps 2-4 in Tensioning V-Belt on
Page 48.
3.
Loosen the four hex bolts that secure the
motor to the base, as shown in Figures
83–84, then slide the motor toward the back
of the sander to reduce belt tension.
4.
Remove the V-belt and replace it with a new
one.
5.
Slide the motor toward the front of the sander,
then tighten the four hex bolts on the motor
base.
6. Repeat Step 5 on Page 48 and adjust the
V-belt tension as needed.
7.
Re-install the cast iron plate onto the drive
shaft and secure it with the two set screws,
close and secure the pulley cover, then re-
install the work table.
Sanding Belt
Tension
Correct belt tension will ensure that your sand-
er functions properly. If the sanding belt slaps
against the platen or slips on the idler and drive
rollers, the belt may be too loose. If you have a
difficult time installing a new sanding belt, tension
may be too tight.
Tools Needed
Wrench 14mm .................................................... 1
Adjustable Wrench w/ 1
To adjust sanding belt tension:
1. DISCONNECT SANDER FROM POWER!
2. Move the quick release tension lever toward
the motor to tighten the sanding belt.
Model G1014Z/G1014ZX (Mfd. Since 07/17)
Qty
⁄ " Throat ...................... 1
1
2
3.
Loosen the hex bolt on the eccentric (see
Figure 85).
Eccentric
Figure 85. Location of belt tension adjustments
(belt removed for clarity).
4.
Turn the eccentric to the left to tighten the
belt or right to loosen the belt tension, then
tighten the hex bolt on the eccentric.
5. Push the belt in the center with your finger
using moderate pressure. The deflection is
correct when the belt deflects
in Figure 86.
Deflection
Idler Pulley
⁄ "
1
2
Figure 86. Checking sanding belt tension.
6. Follow the Pre-Tracking Belt instructions on
Page 27.
7. Turn the sander ON and check the belt track-
ing. If the belt does not stay in the center of
the idler and drive rollers, adjust the track-
ing with the tracking control knob (refer to
Tracking Belt on Page 41 for further detail).
Hex Bolt
⁄ ", as shown
1
2
Drive Pulley
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