Replacing Belt - Grizzly G0803Z Owner's Manual

Replacing Belt

To ensure optimum power transmission from the
motor to the blade, the belt must be in good condi-
tion and be properly tensioned.
Replace the belt if it shows signs of cracking, fray-
ing, and excessive wear.
Item(s) Needed
Hex Wrench 6mm .............................................. 1
Retaining Ring Pliers ......................................... 1
Heavy Leather Gloves (Pair) ............................. 1
Replacement Belt (Part # P0803Z068) ............. 1
To replace the belt:
1.
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2.
Put on heavy leather gloves and remove
blade from machine (refer to Changing
Blade on Page 32).
3.
Loosen motor mount cap screws (see
Figure 52 on Page 43).
4.
Pivot motor to the left (as viewed from back
of bandsaw) to release belt tension.
5.
Open lower wheel cover and remove belt
from motor pulley.
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6. Remove external retaining ring from lower
wheel shaft (see Figure 53) and remove
lower wheel.
Belt
Qty
Figure 53. Belt change components inside lower
7. Install new belt on both pulleys, and then re-
install wheel and retaining ring.
8. Properly tension belt, as instructed in
Adjusting Belt Tension on Page 43.
9. Replace blade, properly track and tension it
(see Pages 17 & 21), and then adjust guide
and support bearings.
External
Retaining Ring
wheel cover.
Model G0803Z (Mfd. Since 12/18)