Tensioning V-Belt; Replacing V-Belt - Grizzly G0970 Owner's Manual

Tensioning V-Belt

To ensure optimum power transfer from the motor
to the blade without slipping, the V-belts must be
in good condition and operate under proper ten-
sion. Check V-belt tension at least monthly—more
often if the bandsaw is used daily. V-belts stretch
with use and must be periodically re-tensioned.
To tension V-belt:
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
1.
Open maintenance door.
2.
Push center of V-belt (see Figure 69) using
3.
moderate force. When tensioned correctly,
deflection should be about
Approximately
" Deflection
/
3
4
Figure 69. Checking for correct V-belt tension.
— If deflection is correct and V-belt is in good
condition, no further action is required.
Close maintenance door.
— If deflection is more than or less than
V-belt needs to be replaced, then continue
with the next steps.
NOTICE
After the first 16 hours of operation, new
V-belts will stretch and seat farther into the
pulleys. To avoid slippage, re-tension new
V-belts after this period.
-46-
⁄ ".
3
4
Pulley
Pulley
⁄ " or
3
4
Loosen motor tilt lock handle (see Figure 70).
4.
Push down on motor tilt handle to increase
5.
V-belt tension, then tighten motor tilt lock
handle (see Figure 70).
V-Belt
Motor
Pulley
Motor Tilt
Handle
Figure 70. Motor tilt components.
Repeat Steps 3–5 until V-belt is tensioned.
6.
Close and latch maintenance door.
7.

Replacing V-Belt

Replace the V-belt if it is cracked, frayed, or
excessively worn.
To replace V-belt:
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
1.
Loosen (2) knob bolts, then remove belt
2.
guard (see Figure 71).
Belt Guard
x 2
Figure 71. Belt guard installed.
Model G0970 (Mfd. Since 07/23)
Tilt Lock
Handle