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Model W1878 (For Machines Mfd. Since 4/21)
SE
RV
IC
E
SERVICE
General
MAKE. SURE. that. your. machine. is.
unplugged. during. all. service. proce-
dures!. If. this. warning. is. ignored,. seri-
ous.personal.injury.may.occur.
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:
Checking/Adjusting.Belt.
Tension
To ensure optimum power transmission from the motor to
the blade, the belt must be in good condition and operate
under proper tension.
Belt tension should be checked at least every month—
more often if the bandsaw is used daily. If the belt shows
signs of cracks, fraying, and excessive wear, replace it as
instructed in
Replacing.Belt.
on
Page.43
.
Checking.Belt.Tension
1.
DISCONNECT
MACHINE FROM POWER!
2.
Open lower wheel cover.
3.
Check belt condition and deflection. The belt is
properly tensioned if there is approximately
1
⁄
4
"
deflection. Deflection is checked by pushing belt
with moderate pressure, as shown in
Figure.44
, and
noting how much it moves.
— If the belt is not properly tensioned, perform the
Tensioning.Belt
procedure.
Figure.44.
Checking belt tension.
Pulley
Deflection
Pulley
Approximately
1
⁄
4
"
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