V-Belt Tension & Replacement - Shop fox W1674 Owner's Manual

W1674 Owner's Manual (Mfg. After 9/05)
V-Belt Tension &
Replacement
The V-belt transfers power from the motor to the
spindle. If the V-belt does not have the proper tension
or is damaged in any way, the shaper will not operate
optimally and unnecessary wear on the moving parts will
occur. Regularly check the V-belt tension and replace it
when necessary.
Tools Needed
Wrench or Socket 14mm .......................................1
To tension the V-belt, do these steps:
1. DISCONNECT SHAPER FROM POWER!
2. Loosen the two hex bolts holding the motor mount
to the spindle slide, as shown in Figure 61. Do not
remove the bolts completely.
3. If the V-belt is cracked, excessively worn, or
damaged, slide the motor to the right, then replace
the V-belt.
4. To tension the V-belt, slide the motor to the left
until the V-belt is snug, then tighten the bolts.
The amount of V-belt deflection between the
pulley should be approximately
pressure is applied, as illustrated in Figure 62.
5. When the V-belt is adjusted properly, re-tighten the
motor mount hex bolts.
6. Check to make sure the V-belt is correctly aligned on
both pulleys (refer to Pulley Alignment on Page 45
for detailed instructions).
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Figure 61. Loosening the motor mount hex
bolts.
Deflection
Figure 62. Checking V-belt tension.
Pulley
Pulley