Tensioning/Replacing V-Belt - Grizzly G0960 Owner's Manual

Tensioning/
Replacing V-Belt
The V-belt transfers power from the motor to the
wheels. The blade and V-belt must be tensioned
properly to ensure proper operation. It is essential
that the V-belt is free of cracks, fraying, and wear.
V-belt condition and tension should be checked at
least every 3 months —more often if the sawmill is
used daily.
To replace the V-belt, you must remove the blade.
After installation, you must re-tension the V-belt.
V-belt and pulleys will be hot after operations.
Allow them to cool before checking tension
or handling V-belt.
Checking V-Belt Tension
To ensure optimum power transmission from the
motor to the blade, the V-belt must be properly
tensioned.
Items Needed
Wrench or Socket 10mm ................................... 1
Open-End Wrench ⁄ " ....................................... 1
1
2
Another Person .................................................. 1
To check V-belt tension:
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2. Remove (2) hex bolts and flat washers shown
in Figure 107 to remove V-belt cover.
Model G0960 (Mfd. Since 09/22)
3. Turn right blade cover lock knob clockwise to
open right blade cover (see Figure 107).
V-Belt
Cover
Right Blade
Cover
Lock Knob
Figure 107. Location of right blade cover lock
knob, V-belt cover, and fasteners.
4. Inspect V-belt (see Figure 108); if it is dam-
aged or glazed, replace it (see Page 56).
Qty
V-Belt
Figure 108. Location of V-belt.
x 2
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