Hi all,
Anyone had the problem of the drill press belt tension handle become stuck?
I had left the DP on lowest speed forever (belts naturally really tight), and didnt need to fool w it, but recently discovered the dysfunction.
I dunno, it just got to where its like locked down, won't move but a degree or so, hard stop.
This afternoon, took the retainer ring off:
Belt Tension Handle.jpg
So, when I took that little retainer ring off that you see on the handle, the handle moves right/left (in/out of housing) a half inch or so, but still does not engage the middle pulley in the belt housing.
I cannot see how to get the upper housing off to get a look @ the innards of all that.
Presenting, the manual:
Craftsman DP.jpg
The schematic is tiny, and does not show how parts move and all that.
Help! Something easy/simple?