Aligning Pulleys - Grizzly G0799 Owner's Manual

20 inch & 24 inch variable-speed wood lathes
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7.
Install new belt by performing Step 6 in
reverse.
8.
Re-install spindle handwheel and set screws.
9.
Apply downward pressure on belt tension
lever to properly tension drive belt, then re-
tighten belt tension lock handle.
Note: When properly tensioned, belt should
deflect about
" when moderate pressure is
1
2
applied to belt mid-way between upper and
lower pulley, as illustrated in Figure 67.
Deflection
Figure 67. Testing for
10. Ensure belt ribs are fully seated in pulley
grooves, then secure front belt access cover.
Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Pulley
"
1
2
Pulley
" belt deflection.
1
2

Aligning Pulleys

The motor and spindle pulleys are aligned at the
factory and should not require any adjustment. If
they become misaligned over time, it is important
that they be re-aligned in order to extend belt
life and maximize the transfer of power from the
motor to the spindle.
Tool Needed
Hex Wrench 4mm .............................................. 1
To align motor and spindle pulleys:
1.
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2.
Open belt access cover.
3.
Loosen (2) M8-1.25 x 10 set screws on spin-
dle pulley (see Figure 68).
Set Screw
(1 of 2)
Figure 68. Location of motor and spindle
pulleys.
4.
Slide spindle pulley into alignment with motor
pulley.
Note: When pulleys are properly aligned,
there should be no unusual or pulsing sounds
coming from the belt.
5.
Tighten set screws.
Qty
Spindle
Pulley
Motor
Pulley
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