Figure 56. Table gib lock nuts and setscrews.
5.Evenly tighten both gib setscrews a small amount, then check the table by moving it up and down. Adjust the setscrews as needed until the friction of the table movement is bal- anced between minimal play and ease of movement. Note—Tighter gibs reduce play but make it harder to adjust the tables.
6.Repeat steps 1-5 with the other table.
7.Adjust the table height of both tables before resuming with any operations.
Adjusting V-Belts
In order for your jointer to perform at its best, you should check (and adjust if necessary) the
To adjust the V-belt tension:
1.Disconnect the jointer from the power source!
2.Remove the stand door to gain access to the
3.Loosen the motor adjustment bolts shown in Figure 57.
Figure 57. Motor adjustment bolts (shown
underneath stand for clarity).
4.Push down on the motor with one hand and tighten the motor adjustment bolts with the other hand.
5.Check the V-belt tension by squeezing them in the center, as shown in Figure 58. If you can squeeze the V-belts more than 1⁄2" on both sides, using moderate pressure, then they need to be tighter—repeat steps 3-5.
6.When the V-belt tension is correct, replace the stand door.
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