-40- G1023Z Series Heavy-Duty 10'' Table Saw
Figure 39. V-belt deflection.
To adjust V-belt tension:
1. Disconnect the machine from the power
source!
2. Loosen the motor mount bolt.
3. Shift the motor up or down to increase or
decrease the V-belt tension. Tighten the
motor mount bolt.
4. Check the V-belt tension again. Ensure that
the motor pulley and arbor pulley are lined
up.
To replace the V-belts:
1. Disconnect the machine from the power
source!
2. Remove the blade.
3. Adjust the arbor so it is up all the way and in
the 90° position.
4. Place a board under the motor and loosen
the motor mount bolt. Slowly lower the arbor
until the motor rests on the board, allowing
the belts to be loose on the pulleys.
5. Pull off the old V-belts and replace them with
new ones. Have the number from the belt
ready when calling the service department
for replacements.
6. Raise the arbor and remove the board to
adjust the V-belt tension.
7. Tighten the motor mount bolt.
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