Replacing The Belt - Craftsman 315.173700 Operator's Manual

REPLACING THE BELT
See Figures 16, 17, and 18.
When replacing the belt, use recommended replacement
belt only (Part No. 560950001).
• Unplug the planer.
,_ WARNING: Failure to unplug the tool could result
in serious injury due to accidental starting.
• Remove the belt cover screws.
• Remove the belt cover.
• Force the old belt from the large pulley by turning in
the direction shown. As you turn the belt, pull and
work it off the large pulley until it has been completely
removed from both pulleys.
• Install the new belt over the small pulley. As you turn
the belt, push and work it onto the large pulley until it
is in place.
• Replace the belt cover.
• Make sure the belt is flush with the edge of both pul-
leys.
• Install the belt cover screws and tighten securely.
Note: Do not overtighten the screws.
BELT
COVER
M3 SCREW
Fig. 16
SMALLPULLEY
BELT
Fig. 17
LARGEPULLEY
Fig. 18
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