W1770 21" Bandsaw w/Foot Brake

SERVICE

General

This section covers the most common service adjustments or procedures that may need to be made during the life of your machine.

If you require additional machine service not included in this section, please contact Woodstock International Technical Support at (360) 734-3482 or send e-mail to: tech-support@shopfox.biz.

Checking and Tensioning

V-Belts

To ensure optimum power transmission from the motor to the blade, the V-belts must be in good condition and operate under proper tension. The belts should be checked for cracks, fraying, and wear. Belt tension should be checked at least every 3 months—more often if the bandsaw is used daily.

Tools Needed:

Qty

Ruler

1

Hex Wrench 6mm

1

Wrench 17mm

1

Make sure that your machine is unplugged during all service proce- dures! If this warning is ignored, seri- ous personal injury may occur.

Checking V-Belts

1.DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2.Open the wheel covers.

3.Note the condition of the V-belts. If the V-belts are cracked, frayed, or glazed; they should be replaced.

4.Push the center of the V-belts. Note the amount of deflection (Figure 67). If deflection is more than 34", tension the V-belt.

Motor

Wheel

34"

Deflection

Bandsaw

Wheel

SERVICE

Figure 67. V-belt deflection.

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Woodstock W1770 manual Checking and Tensioning Belts, Checking V-Belts, Tools Needed