Guide Post Gears

1.DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2.Lower the guide post down so the upper guide bearings almost touch the table, then open the upper wheel cover to access the gears, shown in Figure 56.

Cover Plate

Figure 56. Guide post gears.

3.Use a 6mm hex wrench to remove the four cap screws that hold the cover plate in place. (The gears can be greased without removing the cover plate, but removing the cover plate makes cleaning easier.)

4.Wipe as much of the old grease off the gears as possible, and also wipe off the rack (the long plate with teeth that contact the pinion gear). The old grease will be contaminated with wood or metal dust, so you want to remove as much of it as possible.

5.Use mineral spirits or the degreaser shown in Figure 4 on Page 12 to clean any remaining grease from the gears and rack. Make sure to thoroughly wipe off the degreaser or mineral spirits after use so they won't contaminate the new grease.

6.Use a small, clean brush to apply automo- tive-grade multi-purpose grease to the pinion gear. After applying, rotate the handle two or three times to distribute the grease.

7.Coat the inside cover plate with a light layer of grease and replace it.

8.Close the upper wheel cover, and re-adjust the guide post height as necessary.

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Blade and Belt Tension Leadscrews

1.DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2.Wipe as much of the old grease off the lead- screws (Figures 57 & 58) as possible. The old grease will be contaminated with wood or metal dust, so you want to remove as much of it as possible.

Blade Tension

Lead Screw

Figure 57. Blade tension leadscrew.

Belt Tension

Lead Screw

Figure 58. Belt tension crank leadscrew.

3.Use mineral spirits or the degreaser shown in Figure 4 on Page 12 to clean any remaining grease from the leadscrews. Make sure to thoroughly wipe off the degreaser or mineral spirits after use so they will not contaminate the new grease.

4.Use a small, clean brush to apply automo- tive-grade multi-purpose grease to the lead- screws. After applying, rotate the handles through their full range of motion to distribute the grease.

5.Close the upper wheel cover, and re-adjust the blade and belt tension as necessary.

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Grizzly G0640X owner manual Guide Post Gears, Blade and Belt Tension Leadscrews

G0640X specifications

The Grizzly G0640X is a robust and versatile table saw designed for both professional woodworkers and hobbyists seeking to complete a variety of woodworking projects with precision and ease. Known for its durability and a variety of advanced features, the G0640X stands out in the marketplace for its exceptional performance capabilities.

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One of the standout features of the Grizzly G0640X is its precision-ground cast iron table, which measures 30 inches by 48 inches. This expansive surface area ensures excellent stability and support for large workpieces. The smoothness of the tabletop allows for easy movement of materials, reducing friction and improving overall accuracy during cutting operations.

The saw also includes an advanced blade-raising mechanism, allowing for easy height adjustments while providing precision in blade depth settings. The rack and pinion system for the fence enhances the ease of making accurate adjustments, ensuring that users can achieve precise cuts consistently.

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