American Sanders FloorCrafter 8 07104A, Operator'S Manual

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2. Drive the adjusting screw
in
, to sand heavier on the left
(the drive belt side). Back the adjusting screw
out
, to
sand heavier on the right (the side opposite the drive
belts). Test the setting on an even surface. Make further
adjustments if necessary.
3. Mark new pointer location on main frame
Belt Tracking
NOTE: The sanding belt should run evenly on the face of the
contact wheel. For this, the outer edge of the sanding belt
must be .09 inches (2mm) out from the end of the contact
wheel. This provides optimum transition between “passes”.
WARNING: Injury to the operator could occur if any
machine adjustments are made while
the motor is running. Do not attempt
to make any adjustments while the
machine is plugged in or running.
To adjust the belt tracking follow this procedure:
1. Locate the belt tracking adjuster screw. (See figure 18A)
2. Hold the belt tracking adjuster screw and loosen the
locknut. (See figure 18B).
3. Rotate the tracking adjuster screw counterclockwise to
move the belt in.
4. Rotate the tracking adjuster screw clockwise to move the
belt out.
5. Test adjustment and tighten the locknut.
Operating Control
To increase the travel or extend the reach on the grip control,
follow this procedure:
1. Loosen the locknut on the control rod. (See figure 19A)
2. Screw the control rod
adjuster
(See figure 19B) “In” until
the desired reach is found.
3. Tighten the locknut.
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Figure 19
Figure 18
A A
A B
A A
A B
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