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Downfeed pressure
the downfeed pressure is controlled by the spring
shown in figure 32.
to decrease downfeed pressure, turn the hex nut
clockwise to increase spring tension. to increase
downfeed pressure, turn the hex counterclock-
wise to release spring tension. after adjustments,
tighten the lock nut against the bracket to secure
the spring setting.
spring
lock nut
figure 32. downfeed rate adjustment.
-30-
hex nut
Blade speed
the Model g0717 has four speed settings—83,
132, 170, and 235 feet per minute (FpM). refer
to the chart on page 25 for cutting speed recom-
mendations by material type.
gearbox pulley
figure 33. V-belt positions in FpM.
to change blade speeds:
1.
unplug the BandsaW!
2.
open the belt cover.
3.
With one hand, support the weight of the
motor; with the other hand, loosen the hex
bolt shown in figure 34. the motor will drop
and the V-belt will slacken.
hex Bolt
figure 34. Belt tension bolt.
4.
Move the V-belt to the desired pulley combi-
nation (see figure 33, above).
5.
lift the motor to tension the belt (refer to
v-Belt on page 43) and tighten the hex bolt.
6.
Close the belt cover.
Model g0717 (Mfg. since 9/10)
83
132
170
235
Motor pulley
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