How to Change the Belt on a Craftsman Belt Sander
- 1). Unplug the sander for safety purposes.
- 2). Lay the sander on the side with the dust bag.
- 3). Raise the tension release lever upward. It is located in between the belt and is a small plastic clip on a pivot. This will release the tension off the belt.
- 4). Slide the old belt off the sander.
- 5). Slide a new belt onto the sander. Gently move it until the belt is firmly positioned around the sander's bottom section.
- 6). Pull the tension release lever downward. This will lock the belt into place.
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