Personally, I release most, but not all the tension. Two reasons. The wood could be bent permanently if under constant tension. Also, how do you know...
I have a Home Center Ridgid Table Saw with a 3HP 1PH motor I wired for 230V. It spins up quick and will muscle through about anything I throw at it....
Jim, the 10.8v C12 has been a delightful drill/driver for many years. Lighter than anything else I had. Its lower power was only evident when I used...
Which is what I did and suggested he do. Avoids the issue. Plus and external switch gives a safety factor if you ever have something go wrong you can...