Grizzly Extreme Series Bandsaw G0514X - Manual (Page 64)

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G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)
Adjusting Tension
Lever
the quick release tension lever is setup correctly
for use with the preinstalled 143" blade. however,
if you install a different length blade, you will need
to adjust the tension lever adjustment screw so
the quick release tension lever works correctly.
Tools Needed: Qty
hex Wrench 5mm ...............................................1
Wrench 10mm ....................................................1
To adjust the tension lever:
1. disConneCt BandsaW FroM poWer!
2. open the wheel covers, remove the bandsaw
blade, then install the new one (refer to Blade
changes on page 49).
3. loosen the jam nut on the tension adjustment
screw 7-10 turns.
4. put the quick release tension lever in the
down (engaged) position, then turn the blade
tension handwheel until the blade tension
matches the mark on the blade tension scale
for the appropriate blade thickness.
5. thread the tension adjustment screw (figure
101) down until it contacts the wheel block
plate, then back it off 1-2 turns.
6. tighten the jam nut.
Adjusting Wheel
Brush
the lower wheel compartment contains two wheel
brushes, one of which is shown in
figure 100.
these brushes are designed to sweep sawdust
off the wheel tire as the bandsaw is operating.
in order to work properly each brush must make
contact with the wheel.
Tools Needed: Qty
Wrench/socket 10mm ........................................2
To adjust the brushes:
1. disConneCt BandsaW FroM poWer!
2. open the lower wheel cover.
3. loosen the bolt/nut that secures each brush
in place.
4. adjust each brush so it makes good contact
with the wheel or blade—without bending the
bristles.
5. tighten the bolt/nuts to secure each brush in
place.
figure 100. a wheel brush (one of two shown).
Wheel Brush
figure 101. example of quick release tension
lever adjustment screw.
Wheel Block
plate
tension
adjustment
screw
jam nut