Jet JOSS-S, Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

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9. Sanding sleeve life may be prolonged by
reversing it on the spindle to make use of
opposite end.
Keep fingers clear of sanding
sleeve and table insert hole during operation.
9.2 Safety switch
Refer to Figure 14.
To start sander, push green button (A).
To stop sander, push red button (B).
Figure 14
If power to the sander is
interrupted, the machine will restart immediately
once power is restored, unless the red stop
button has been pushed.
9.3 Safety key
The switch has a safety feature that prevents
unauthorized or accidental starting of the sander.
With sander turned off, slide safety key (C, Figure
14) upward and remove it from switch. Store in a
safe place. This piece must be re-inserted before
sander can operate.
10.0 Maintenance
Always disconnect power to
the machine before performing maintenance.
Failure to do this may result in serious personal
injury.
10.1 General maintenance
Clean the sander after each use. Vacuum any
residual dust inside the cabinet and around spindle
area.
Periodically apply a light coat of paste wax or other
protectant to the table surface to prevent rust.
All bearings are permanently lubricated and sealed;
no further lubrication required.
10.2 Gearbox lubrication
Periodically check oil level at the sight glass (D,
Figure 15) – oil should be mid-level in the glass.
Use good quality SAE 90 gear oil.
Completely drain and refill after every 800 hours of
use. Oil capacity is 1.6 liters.
To drain and refill gearbox:
1. Remove accessories from inside cabinet to
access drain plug.
2. Remove drain plug (E, Figure 15) with 14mm
wrench. Dispose of used oil properly. Reinstall
drain plug.
3. Open rear shield, and clean area around oil
cap. Unscrew oil cap (F, Figure 16) by hand,
and remove spring.
4. Fill reservoir until oil level is at center of sight
glass.
5. Reinstall spring and oil cap.
Figure 15
Figure 16