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Model G0898 (Mfd. Since 12/19)
The drive belt stretches slightly as the grinder is
used. Most of the belt stretching will happen dur-
ing the first 16 hours of use, but it may continue
through continued use. If you notice the belt is
slipping, it will need to be tensioned. If the belt is
cracked, frayed, or shows other signs of excessive
wear, it will need to be replaced.
Tensioning &
Replacing Drive Belt
4. Replace belt safety cover and secure with
hardware from
Step 2.
Pulley
Deflection
Pulley
Figure 47. Checking V-belt tension.
1
⁄
4
"
Figure 48. Motor mounting bolts.
— If drive belt is cracked, torn, excessively
worn, or damaged, replace it.
— If there is not 1 ⁄
4
" of deflection, adjust belt
tension by loosening (4) motor mount-
ing bolts (see
Figure 48) and positioning
motor where tension is correct.
Tools Needed Qty
Wrench 13mm ................................................... 1
Straightedge 12" ................................................ 1
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER.
2. Remove belt safety cover by removing (2)
hex nuts, lock washers, and flat washers
shown in
Figure 46.
Figure 46. Safety cover hardware.
To replace and tension belt:
3. Press belt in center to check belt tension.
The belt is correctly tensioned when there
is approximately
1
⁄
4
" deflection when it is
pushed with moderate pressure, as shown in
Figure 47.
x 2 x 4