Replacing Arbor Bearings on G1023RL Table Saw
Disassembly
- Safety first: Disconnect the saw from the power source.
- Remove accessories: Take off the saw blade fence and switch.
- Access bearing housing: Remove the table, noting the position of any shims.
- Remove belts: Take off the V-belts one at a time.
- Remove blade shroud: Lift the motor to access the geared bearing housing.
- Remove housing: Loosen the cap screw and remove the bearing housing with an assistant.
Removing Bearings
- Remove pulley screws: Take out the set screws from the pulley.
- Remove bearing cap: Remove the bearing cap.
- Remove lock nut: Remove the left-handed lock nut.
- Remove arbor: Tap the arbor out of the outer bearing using a rubber deadblow hammer.
- Remove remaining bearing: Use a rubber deadblow hammer and a wooden block to remove the bearing from the arbor and housing.
Installing New Bearings
- Seat first bearing: Use a wooden block or socket to seat the new bearing in the housing.
- Seat second bearing: Use a drilled wooden block and a rubber deadblow hammer to seat the second bearing on the arbor.
Reassembly
- Install components: Assemble the arbor, spacers, and key.
- Secure pulley: Install the pulley and tighten the set screws.
- Reinstall bearing cap: Replace the bearing cap and tighten the lock nut.
- Reattach housing: Slide the bearing housing back onto the shaft and secure it with the cap screw.
- Reinstall components: Put back the blade shroud, V-belts, table, and accessories.
- Test operation: Perform a test run to check for any issues.
Note: Always refer to your specific saw's manual for detailed instructions and safety precautions.
In this instructional video from Grizzly, Kent and Shawn guide viewers through the process of replacing arbor bearings on a G1023SL series table saw using the steps from above.
We trust you will find this video to be beneficial. Please feel free to reach out to us HERE if you have any questions on how to replace bearings.