Adjusting Tension

Lever

The quick release tension lever is setup cor- rectly for use with the preinstalled 13112" blade. However, if you install a different length blade, you will need to adjust the tension lever adjustment screw (Figure 59) so the quick release tension lever works correctly.

5.Thread the tension adjustment screw (Figure 59) down until it contacts the wheel block plate, then back it off 1-2 turns.

6.Tighten the jam nut.

Adjusting Wheel

Brush

Wheel Block

Plate

Tension

Adjustment

Screw

Jam Nut

The lower wheel compartment contains two wheel brushes, one of which is shown in Figure 60. These brushes are designed to sweep sawdust off the wheel tire as the bandsaw is operating. In order to work properly each brush must make contact with the wheel.

Figure 59. Example of quick release tension

lever adjustment screw.

Tools Needed:

Qty

Hex Wrench 5mm.

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Wrench 10mm

1

To adjust the tension lever, do these steps:

1.DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2.Open the wheel covers, remove the bandsaw blade, then install the new one (refer to Blade Changes, Page 35).

3.Loosen the jam nut on the tension adjustment screw 7-10 turns.

4.Put the quick release tension lever in the down (engaged) position, then turn the blade tension handwheel until the blade tension matches the mark on the blade tension scale for the appropriate blade thickness.

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Wheel Brush

Figure 60. A wheel brush (one of two shown).

Tools Needed:

Qty

Wrench/Socket 10mm

2

To adjust the wheel brush:

 

1.DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2.Open the lower wheel cover.

3.Loosen the bolt/nut that secures the wheel brush in place.

4.Adjust the wheel brush so it makes good con- tact with the wheel.

5.Tighten the bolt/nut to secure the wheel brush in place.

Model G0513/G0514 (Mfg. 8/02+)

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Grizzly G0514 owner manual Adjusting Tension Lever, Adjusting Wheel Brush, To adjust the tension lever, do these steps

G0514 specifications

The Grizzly G0514 is a top-tier bandsaw designed specifically for serious woodworkers and industrial applications. This machine is celebrated for its powerful cutting capabilities and precision, making it a vital tool for anyone looking to handle large projects with ease.

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