Grizzly G0824 User Manual

Model G0824 (Mfd. Since 12/16)
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After initial break-in, the V-belts slightly stretch
and seat into the pulley. It is important to check
and adjust them to compensate for this initial
wear. Check the tension thereafter on a monthly
basis. If the belts become excessively worn or
damaged, replace them as a matched set.
Tools Needed Qty
Hex Wrench 17mm ............................................ 1
Tensioning V-Belts
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2.
Remove end gear cover.
3.
Loosen motor mount bolts (see Figure 132).
Note: It may be more convenient to access
the motor mount hex nuts if you first remove
back splash.
V-Belt Tension &
Replacement
— If there is more than
1
⁄4" deflection when
each belt is pushed with moderate pres-
sure, loosen motor mount bolts, lower
motor, adjust belt tension as required,
then tighten bolts.
6.
Secure end gear cover.
Pulley
Deflection
Pulley
Figure 133. Correct timing-belt deflection.
1
⁄4"
Replacing V-Belts
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2.
Remove end gear cover.
3.
Loosen motor mount bolts (see Figure 132),
slide motor up, and remove V-belts.
Note: It may be more convenient to access
the motor mount bolts if you first remove the
back splash.
4. Install new V-belts as a matched set so they
equally share the load.
5.
Tension belts. (Refer to Tensioning V-Belts
on this page.)
6.
Secure end gear cover.
5. Check belt tension: Each belt is correctly
tensioned when there is approximately
1
⁄4"
deflection when it is pushed with moderate
pressure, as shown in Figure 133.
Figure 132. Checking V-belt deflection.
4. Push down on motor and re-tighten mounting
hex bolts.
Motor Mount
Bolt (1 of 2)

Grizzly G0824 Specifications

General

Brand	Grizzly
Model	G0824
Category	Lathe
Language	English