Grizzly G4186Z - Manual (Page 24)

-22- G4186Z 18" Bandsaw
The G4186Z has an integral 4'' dust port built into
the lower wheel housing. You will achieve the
best results if you connect the machine to a dust
collection system when you are using the saw.
This helps to keep the blade and the wheels clear
of chips and dust. Plus, there is the added bene-
fit of having less dust put into the air of your shop.
Connect your dust collection hose securely to this
port using hose clamps, and activate the dust col-
lection system at the time you start the bandsaw.
Dust Collection
The Model G4186Z offers 3100 and 2000 F.P.M.
speeds. To change the speed:
1. Unplug the bandsaw from the power sup-
ply!
2. Loosen the lock bolt on the body of the
bandsaw, near the motor.
3. Pivot the motor up to loosen the V-belt.
Move the V-belt into one of the grooves
shown in
Figure 25 , depending on the
desired speed.
4. Pivot the motor down and tighten the lock
bolt. Proper tension is achieved when the
belt can be deflected roughly
1 /
2
" with mod-
erate finger pressure. Check the belt ten-
sion and adjust if necessary.
Changing Speeds
Figure 24. Wheel to pulley alignment.
ALIGN
PULLEYS
MOTOR
LOWER WHEEL
Figure 25. Wheel to pulley alignment.
2. Adjust the belt tension by pivoting the motor
along the circular slot. Proper tension is
achieved when the belt can be deflected
roughly
1 /
2
" with moderate finger pressure.
3. Tighten the nuts and bolts securely.
Recheck the belt tension and pulley align-
ment
.