V-Belt - Grizzly G0717 Owner's Manual

v-Belt

if the V-belt may require periodic tightening, espe-
cially after the initial break-in period. the V-belt
needs to be replaced if it shows any signs of
glazing, cracking, or fraying. to tighten the belt,
perform the following procedure, omitting step 4.
to replace the v-belt:
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 54. the motor will drop
and the V-belt will slacken.
hex Bolt
figure 54. Belt tension bolt.
Model g0717 (Mfg. since 9/10)
4. remove the V-belt, then install a new belt
to the desired pulley combination (refer to
figure 33 for blade speeds).
5. lift the motor to tension the belt and tighten
the hex bolt.
—Check the belt tension. When properly ten-
sioned, the belt will deflect approximately
", as shown in figure 55, when pressed
⁄
1
4
with moderate force. adjust as necessary.
Deflection
figure 55. Proper belt tension.
6. Close the belt cover.
Pulley
Pulley
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