Maintenance - Ryobi HPL51K Operator's Manual

REPLACING THE BELT
See Figures 16 - 17.
When replacing the belt, use the recommended replacement
belt only, Ryobi part number
 Unplug the planer.
 Remove belt cover screws.
 Remove the belt cover.
 Force the old belt from the small pulley by turning in the
direction shown. As you turn the belt, pull and work it
off the small pulley until it has been completely removed
from both pulleys.
 Install the new belt over the large pulley. As you turn the
belt, push and work it onto the small pulley until it is in
place.
 Replace the belt cover.
 Install belt cover screws and tighten securely.
NOTE: Do not overtighten the screws.

MAINTENANCE

5695001.
16
BELT
SCREW
COVER
BELT
SMALL PULLEY
LARGE PULLEY
Fig. 16
Fig. 17