
Replacing Belts
To ensure optimal power transmission from the motor to the blades, the belts must be in good condition (free from cracks, fraying and wear) and operate under proper tension.
To change the main blade arbor V-belt:
1.DISCONNECT SAW FROM POWER!
2.Move the blade tilt to 45°, lower the main blade all the way down, and remove the motor cabinet door.
3.Loosen the belt tension bolt (Figure 76) and pivot the motor up.
5.Remove the old
Note: The motor
6.Tighten the tension bolt until the belts deflect between a 1⁄4" and a 1⁄2" when pressed firmly in the center of each
7.Replace the lower blade guard.
8.Close and secure the motor cabinet door.
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To change the scoring blade arbor flat belt:
1.DISCONNECT SAW FROM POWER!
2.Move the blade tilt to 45°, raise the main blade all the way up, and open the motor cabinet door.
3.Rotate the belt tension arm shown in Figure 78 and slide the flat belt off of the roller.