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-28- 18" & 20" Super Heavy-Duty Bandsaws
SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE
V-Belts
To ensure optimum power transmission from the
motor to the blade, the V-belt must be in good
condition and operate under proper tension. The
belt 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.
To adjust the V-belt:
1. The V-belt is accessed via the bottom cover.
2. Squeeze the center of the V-belt.
3. Note the amount of deflection.
4. Deflection should be approximately
3
⁄4".
5. Loosen the bolts which secure the motor
support bracket to the back of the bandsaw
and pull the motor and bracket up.
6. Tighten the bolts and recheck the tension.
7. Make further adjustments if needed until the
belt deflects
3
⁄4".
The table and other non-painted surfaces on the
18" and 20" Super Heavy-Duty Bandsaws should
be protected against rust and pitting. Wiping the
saw clean after every use ensures that wood dust
is not allowed to trap moisture against bare metal
surfaces.
To keep table rust free:
1. Use regular applications of products like
SLIPIT
®
.
2. For long term storage consider using prod-
ucts like Boeshield
®
T-9. See the current
Grizzly catalog for complete list of these
products.
Table
Always be aware of the condition of your band-
saw. Routinely check the condition of the follow-
ing items and repair or replace as necessary:
• Loose mounting bolts
• Worn switch
• Worn or damaged blade
• Worn or damaged support bearings or guide
bearings
Miscellaneous
Always disconnect
power to the machine
when performing mainte-
nance. Failure to do this
may result in serious
personal injury.