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D. Support Bearings

The support bearings back-up the blade dur- ing sawing. The upper support bearing is

VIII. Adjustments

located just above the guide blocks. Figure

13.The lower support bearing is perpendicu- lar (90°) to the upper bearing, but it should be adjusted similarly.

To adjust the upper support bearing (Figure 13):

1.Loosen the thumbscrew securing the upper support bearing shaft.

2.Position the bearing to approximately 1/64" behind the blade.

3.Re-tighten the thumbscrew.

To adjust the lower support bearing (Figure 14):

1.Loosen the nut that holds the lower sup- port bearing in place.

2.Position the bearing to approximately 1/64" behind the blade.

3.Re-tighten the nut that holds the bearing in place.

 

Fixed Plate

Guide Tab

 

Support Bearing

Guide Tab

 

Support Bearing Nut

Figure 14 shows a closeup of the lower guide assembly.

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Grizzly G1016 Support Bearings, To adjust the upper support bearing Figure, To adjust the lower support bearing Figure