Woodstock System W1827 User Manual

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The V-belt transfers power from the motor to the 
spindle. If the V-belt does not have the proper tension 
or is damaged in any way, the shaper will not operate 
optimally and unnecessary wear on the moving parts will 
occur. Regularly check the V-belt tension and replace it 
when necessary.

(%  DISCONNECT SHAPER FROM POWER!

)%  Remove the rear and side motor access panels.

*% Loosen the two motor adjustment hex bolts (see 

=`^li\,')% DO NOT remove the bolts completely.

*%  If the V-belt is cracked, excessively worn, or 

damaged, slide the motor toward the spindle, then 
replace the V-belt.

+%  To tension the V-belt, slide the motor away from 

the spindle until the V-belt is snug, then tighten the 
bolts. The amount of V-belt deflection between the 
pulley should be approximately 

1

⁄

4

" when moderate 

pressure is applied, as illustrated in 

=`^li\,(.

,%  When the V-belt is adjusted properly, re-tighten the 

motor mount hex bolts.

-%  Check to make sure the V-belt is correctly aligned on 

both pulleys (refer to 

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for detailed instructions).

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=`^li\,(% Checking V-belt tension.

=`^li\,'% Motor adjustment hex bolts.

Loosen

These

Bolts

V-Belt