This video details adjusting the feeder pinion on our edgebanders. We've also included the steps mentioned in the video so you can follow along.
Adjusting Pinion Gear: Step-by-Step
Tools Needed:
- 12mm wrench
- 10mm wrench
Procedure:
- Locate Pinion Gear:
- Find the pinion gear assembly on your machine.
- Position the 12mm wrench onto the pinion gear itself.
- Loosen Lock Nut:
- Place the 10mm wrench onto the lock nut securing the pinion gear.
- Use the 10mm wrench to loosen the lock nut.
- Important: Remember that the pinion gear shaft is left-handed threaded.
- Remove Pinion Gear:
- Hold the rubber roller stationary.
- Use the drive wheel to slowly rotate and back the pinion gear off the threads.
- Once the pinion gear disengages, continue to remove it completely.
- Inspect Shaft and Gears:
- Spin the pinion gear shaft to check for any bends or damage.
- Ensure the shaft rotates smoothly and is not warped.
- Clean any old grease or debris from the gears and shaft.
- Reinstall Pinion Gear:
- Clean off old loctite from the shaft.
- Carefully slide the pinion gear back onto the shaft.
- When the pinion gear begins to engage the other gear, use the drive wheel to assist in aligning it.
- Set Gear Mesh:
- Continue rotating the drive wheel until the pinion gear is fully seated.
- Once seated, back the pinion gear off approximately a quarter turn.
- You should feel a slight "tick" or play between the gears, indicating proper mesh.
- Note: Too loose, and the gears may skip; too tight, and they will bind.
- Secure Lock Nut:
- Reinstall the lock nut onto the pinion gear shaft.
- Position the 12mm wrench on the pinion gear and the 10mm wrench on the lock nut.
- Tighten the lock nut securely.
- Check Gear Lash:
- Perform a final check to ensure there is slight movement or play between the gears.
- This confirms proper gear mesh and that the gears are not binding.
- If all is well, the adjustment is complete.
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 adjust the feeder pinion on your edge bander.