Grizzly G0453, G0454 owner manual Pulley Alignment, To check/re-align pulleys

Pulley Alignment

Proper pulley alignment prevents premature V-belt wear and unnecessary load on the motor. The pulleys are properly aligned when they are parallel and in the same plane as each other.

Tools Needed	Qty
Straightedge 3'	1
Hex Wrench 6mm	1
Wrenches or Sockets 14mm	1
To check/re-align pulleys:

1.DISCONNECT PLANER FROM POWER!

2.Remove both cabinet covers and the belt cover, then use the straightedge to check pul- ley alignment, as shown in Figure 52.

Figure 52. Checking pulley alignment.

G0453/G0454 (Mfg. Since 3/08)

—If the pulleys are not in the same plane, loosen the cap screw or hex bolt securing the pulley to the shaft, then adjust the pul- leys in or out until they are aligned.

—If the pulleys are not parallel, loosen the four motor mount hex nuts, then rotate the motor on its mount until the pulleys are parallel.

3.Re-check the pulleys and repeat Step 2 if necessary.

4.When your are satisfied with the pulley align- ment, re-tighten all fasteners, then replace the belt cover and cabinet covers.

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