AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Operator’s Manual - 3DS
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Machine Breakdown/Transportation
To break down the machine, follow this procedure:
1.
Unplug machine from wall and wrap cord.
WARNING:
Injury to the operator or bystanders
could occur if the power supply re-
mains connected when servicing the
equipment, changing abrasive, or
empting the dust bag.
2.
Unplug the power cord, motor cord, and vacuum
from electric box.
3.
Disconnect the vacuum hose from the sanding unit.
4.
Remove both hand knobs from the sanding unit
and separate sanding unit from truck frame.
(see Figure 2)
WARNING:
The sanding unit is heavy (109 lbs.).
To avoid injury to the operator or dam-
age to the machine use a firm grip
and proper lifting technique. Get as-
sistance if necessary.
5.
To lift the sanding unit grasp the assembly at the
lifting sites. (see Figure 3)
6.
Unwrap the vacuum power cord from the cleats on
the handle and place on vacuum head.
7.
Disconnect the vacuum straps by unhinging the
draw latch. The vacuum strap will spring back and
the vacuum can be lifted off the truck frame. (See
Figure 4)
8.
The handle may be taken off by removing the four
5/16-18 bolts and nuts that secure it to the truck
frame.
9.
Secure all elements in cargo area when transport-
ing to avoid damage to the machine.
How to Move Machine (Room to Room)
When moving the machine short distances (room to room)
it may be moved by tilting it back until the 4” diameter wheels
contact the floor. With steady downward pressure on the
handle the machine can be pushed to the desired location.
(see Figure 5)
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 5
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