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7.3 CHANGING THE DRIVE BELT
- Remove rear stand panel door.
- Loosen the the four 13mm mounting bolts and nuts on
the outer slide rail.
- Thread the drive belt through the opening in the stand
and hang it on the spindle pulley.
- Lift up the motor and center the drive belt on the motor
pulley. Fig. 7.3.1.
- Allow the weight of the motor to determine the proper
belt tension. The drive belt should be set between 3/8” and
1/2” deflection when side pressure is applied. Fig. 7.3.2.
- Tighten the the four 13mm mounting bolts and nuts on
the outer slide rail.
- Install rear stand panel door.
FIG.7.3.1
FIG.7.3.2
8 MAINTENANCE
Turn the power switch “OFF” and disconnect the plug from the outlet prior to adjusting or maintaining the
machine. DO NOT attempt to repair or maintain the electrical components of the motor. Contact a qualified
service technician for this type of maintenance.
- Before each use:
- Check the power cord and plug for any wear or damage.
- Check for any loose screws or hardware.
- Check the area to make sure it is clear of any misplaced tools, lumber, cleaning supplies, etc. that could hamper the
safe operation of the jointer.
- To avoid a build-up of wood dust, regularly clean all parts of the machine using a soft cloth, brush or compressed air. A
general cleaning should be done after every use to avoid future problems and ensure the machine is in ready condition
for the next time it is used.
If blowing sawdust, wear proper eye protection to prevent debris from blowing into eyes. Air pressure above 50
PSI should not be used as high-pressured air may damage insulation, etc.
- Check the knife inserts to make sure that they are not loose from the cutterhead, dull or nicked. Making sure that they
are in proper operating condition will ensure that the quality of your surfaced lumber will be the best possible.
- Lubricate all bearing points regularly with a few drops of light motor oil. Cutterhead ball bearings are lifetime lubricated,
sealed, and do not need any fur-ther care. Keep the drive belt free of oil and grease.
- Keep the jointer tables free of resin and rust. Clean them regularly with a non-flammable solvent, then coat with a light
film of dry lubricant spray, or wax, to enhance passage of work piece on/over the tables. Never use solvents to clean
plastic parts, as they could dissolve or damage the material.
When cleaning or working on the tables, avoid the risk of personal injury by cuts that may result from touching
the knife inserts’ sharp edges!
- Check the drive belt tension after the first 3-5 hrs. of operation to ensure that the belts have not become stretched and
loose from their ‘breaking in’ use. See page 19 for instructions.
WARNING
CAUTION
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