You are correct. There are 2 tabs where you think. You just have to stick a couple of screwdrivers in and keep trying until you find it. I am sure there is a correct method, but I sure can't figure it out. I have had ours open 3 times and replaced the belt this week. It looks to me like it would be OK even if the tabs were gone because the 5 screws would surely hold it together. Actually, I only have 2 remaining.
Jon
November 2004
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