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Less than 15 minutes
Genuine OEM replacement part used on Belt Sanders. it is Sold Individually. This part consists of a Plastic Knob with a Metal Threaded Shaft. This part in conjunction with a Spring will allow you to Adjust Belt Tracking by turning the Knob in either direction until the edge of the belt is even with the outer edge of the rear rubber-covered pulley.
Replacing this part is very easy and it does not require any additional tools.
Knob 897159
OEM part for: Porter Cable, Black and Decker
Part Number: 897159
$4.99
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- Classification: Part
- Weight: 0.01 lbs.
- Shipping: Ships Worldwide
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This Knob will fit the following 36 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
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This is the official OEM part for the following brands:
- Black and Decker
- DeWALT
- Porter Cable
This item works with the following types of products:
- Sander
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Belt sander knob was exactly right.
top quality and packed well.The knowledge of your representative made all the difference in helping me get what was right. Thank you so much. DEW
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nothing
Leon - October 15, 2019
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
removed old piece and replaced with new piece
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Belt tracking adjustment screw was bent when I received the new belt sander.
john - March 18, 2019
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, Fingers
Parts Used
Hardest part was finding the part. Back out the old bent knob, screw in the new knob. 4-5 seconds. works perfectly now.
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Tracking screw was bent
Len - October 9, 2018
1. Removed old screw
2. Installed new screw
Track adjustment is now possible, precise, and easy.
2. Installed new screw
Track adjustment is now possible, precise, and easy.
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Missing knob and spring.
samuel - November 28, 2017
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Parts Used
Replaced with the new. No tools needed.
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Tension knob broke
Arthur - April 26, 2017
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Parts Used
Fix by hand very easy took less than 1 min.
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Adjustment spring was worn out.
Bryan - December 5, 2016
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
Unscrewed the old knob, removed the knob and old spring and installed new parts.
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