Way Train 250S, Instruction Manual

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distance is adjusted, tighten lock nut.
9-4.CHANGING SPEEDS AND ADJUSTING BELT TENSION
If the belt (B) (Fig 6) is too loose, Loosen screw nut (A)(Fig5) adjust the screw to
proper tension and lock the screw nut.
The cutting speed is controlled by speed change C (Fig 6). Turn it clockwise to
decrease the cutting speed and increase the cutting speed by turning
counter-clockwise.
Change speed always when motor is running, and be sure the belt cover is always
in locked position.
Fig.6 B C Fig.5 A
9-5.ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION AND BLADE TRACKING
C B Fig.7 A
To tension the blade, turn the blade tension
handle (A) (fig. 7) clockwise. A pointer and
tension scale (B) is located underneath the
wheel. The scale is graduated to indicate blade
tension of 20,000, 30.000 and 35,000 pounds
per square inch (psi). For carbon blades, the
blade should be tensioned at 20,000 psi. For
bi-metal blades (similar to the one supplied
with the machine), the blade should be
tensioned at 30,000 or 35,000 psi. Always release blade tension at the end of each
working day to prolong blade life. Make sure the blade is tensioned correctly before
checking or adjusting tracking. The blade is tracking properly when the back of the
blade is just lightly touching the wheel flanges of both wheels while the machine is
running. If the blade is not touching the wheel flanges, tighten or loosen screw C (fig.
7) until the blade tracks properly.
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