V-Belt
If the
To replace the V-belt:
1.UNPLUG THE BANDSAW!
2.Open the belt cover.
3.With one hand, support the weight of the motor. With the other hand, loosen the hex bolt shown in Figure 54. The motor will drop and the
Hex Bolt
Figure 54. Belt tension bolt.
Model G0717 (Mfg. Since 9/10)
4.Remove the V-belt, then install a new belt to the desired pulley combination (refer to Figure 33 for blade speeds).
5.Lift the motor to tension the belt and tighten the hex bolt.
—Check the belt tension. When properly ten- sioned, the belt will deflect approximately 1⁄4", as shown in Figure 55, when pressed with moderate force. Adjust as necessary.
Pulley
Deflection
Pulley