Vertical Belt
Connections:
The Gantry moves Horizontally across the Board via the Drive Belt, and the Head moves Vertically along the Gantry via the Vertical Belt.
The Head is attached to the Gantry via the Head Grabber Arm which moves vertically on the Gantry via the Vertical Belt.
As the Gantry moves horizontally, the Head moves vertically via the Vertical Belt and the Footblock rotates to apply the Cartridge to the matboard.
The Vertical Belt on the Gantry
The Gantry and Head on the Board with Gantry Cover on
Troubleshooting
Q: The Vertical Belt Pulley is squeaking as the Head moves vertically.
Lubricate the Vertical Belt Pulley: Vertical Belt Pulley Lubrication Instructions.