Grizzly MOBILE PLANERS G0453 - Manual (Page 41)

-39- G0453/G0454 (Mfg. Since 3/08)
table height chain
tension
the table height chain transfers movement from
the elevation handwheel to the columns that con-
trol table height. the chain drive can be adjusted
to remove slack if the chain stretches over time or
is loosened during table leveling procedures.
tools Needed Qty
phillips screwdriver #2 ...................................... 1
Wrench or socket 12mm ................................... 1
to adjust the table height chain tension:
1. disConnECt plAnEr FroM poWEr!
2. remove the front and rear cabinet panels to
gain access to the chain system, as shown in
figure 41.
figure 41. table height idler sprocket and lock
bolts (viewed from underneath the planer base).
lock Bolts
idler
sprocket
NOTICE
During the next step, DO NOt let the chain
fall off the sprockets. It can be very difficult
to return the chain to its proper location on
the sprockets without changing the table
adjustments.
3. loosen the lock bolts shown in figure 41,
and push the idler sprocket against the chain
with moderate hand pressure, then while
maintaining the pressure on the idler sprock-
et, re-tighten both lock bolts.
4. Clean and lubricate the chain and sprockets
(refer to table height chain & Sprockets
on Page 32 for detailed instructions).