Woodstock W1770 - Manual (Page 49)

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W1770 21" Bandsaw w/Foot Brake
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RV
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SERVICE
This section covers the most common service adjustments
or procedures that may need to be made during the life
of your machine.
If you require additional machine service not included
in this section, please contact Woodstock International
Technical Support at (360) 734-3482 or send e-mail to:
[email protected].
General
MAKE. SURE. that. your. machine. is.
unplugged. during. all. service. proce-
dures!. If. this. warning. is. ignored,. seri-
ous.personal.injury.may.occur.
Checking.and.Tensioning.
V-Belts
To ensure optimum power transmission from the motor
to the blade, the V-belts must be in good condition
and operate under proper tension. The belts should be
checked for cracks, fraying, and wear. Belt tension should
be checked at least every 3 months—more often if the
bandsaw is used daily.
Tools.Needed:. Qty
Ruler ..............................................................1
Hex Wrench 6mm ...............................................1
Wrench 17mm ...................................................1
Checking.V-Belts
1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
2.. Open the wheel covers.
3. Note the condition of the V-belts. If the V-belts are
cracked, frayed, or glazed; they should be replaced.
4. Push the center of the V-belts. Note the amount of
deflection ( Figure.67). If deflection is more than
3 ⁄
4
", tension the V-belt.
Figure.67. V-belt deflection.
Bandsaw
Wheel
Deflection
Motor
Wheel
3 ⁄
4
"