Wilton 4103 - Manual (Page 13)

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Troubleshooting
Problem Probable Cause Suggested Remedy
Poor Tracking 1. Improper belt splice. 1. Check belt for irregular seam or shape.
2. Excessive belt tension. 2. Set tension so belt is just taut.
3. Insufficient belt tension. 3. Set tension so belt is just taut.
4. Worn contact surfaces. 4. Check elastomer on contact wheels.
Replace worn wheels.
5. Misaligned contact surfaces. 5. Check alignment of drive wheel and
contact wheels. The drive pulley and
contact wheel must be aligned. To
adjust drive wheel, loosen set screws
and move drive wheel in or out on
motor shaft as required. To adjust
contact wheel, loosen shaft clamping
screw and move contact wheel in or out
as required.
6. Lack of crown on drive wheel. 6. Check for 1/16-inch crown. Replace
drive wheel if crown is not present.
7. Worn bearings. 7. Check all bearings for overheating or
damage. Replace worn or damaged
bearings.
Slack Belt 1. Insufficient belt tension. 1. Set tension so belt is just taut.
Contact Wheel Wear 1. Excessive belt tension. 1. Set tension so belt is just taut.
2. Grinding in one area on belt. 2. Use entire work surface of belt when
ever possible.
3. Excessive grinding deposits 3. Periodically clean interior of grinder.
on belt and debris in machine.
Short Belt Life 1. Excessive grinding pressure. 1. Allow the belt to do the cutting.
Excessive pressure dulls the belt and
removes the grit from the belt.
Replacement Parts
This section provides exploded view illustrations that show the replacement parts for the Wilton Models 4103,
4106 and 4126AC Square Wheel Belt Grinder. Also provided are parts listings that show part number, descrip-
tion and quantity. The item numbers on the illustration relate to the item number in the facing page of the parts
listing.
Order replacement parts from:
WMH TOOL GROUP
2420 Vantage Drive
Elgin, Illinois 60123
Phone: 800-274-6848
Identify the replacement part by the part number shown in the parts listing. Be sure to include the model
number and serial number of your machine when ordering replacement parts to assure that you will receive the
correct part.