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Model W1842 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17)
To.tension/replace.V-belts,.do.these.steps:
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2. Remove V-belt cover from left side of machine to
expose belts, as shown in Figure.44.
Note:.A collection of black belt dust at the bottom
of the belt cover is normal during the life of the
belts.
3. Remove front cabinet cover to access motor.
4. If V-belts need to be replaced, raise motor to release
belt tension (see next step for instructions), roll
them off pulleys, then replace with a matched set of
(2) V-belts.
5. To adjust V-belt tension, loosen (4) motor mount
screws (see Figure.45) and hex nuts (inside cabinet),
then raise or lower motor.
Note:.V-belts are correctly tensioned when there
is approximately
⁄
3
pressure is applied to them midway between
pulleys, as illustrated in Figure 46.
6. After V-belts are correctly tensioned, tighten motor
mount screws and hex nuts, then re-install front
cabinet cover and V-belt cover.
" of deflection when moderate
4
Cutterhead
Pulley
V-Belts
Motor
Pulley
Figure.44. Belt cover removed to expose
V-belts and pulleys.
Motor Mount Screws &
Hex Nuts (2 of 4)
Motor Mount Screws (1 of 4)
Figure.45. Front cabinet cover removed to
Approximately
⁄
" Deflection
3
4
Figure.46. Belt deflection when V-belts
are correctly tensioned.
-47-
access motor.
Cutterhead
Pulley
Motor
Pulley
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