PowerTec BD1030, Owner'S Manual

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OPERATION
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OPERATION
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ON/OFF SWITCH
Refer to Figure 13
• To turn the sander ON, place the ON/OFF switch in the
ON position.
• To turn the sander OFF, place the ON/OFF switch in the
OFF position.
Figure 13
ON/OFF
Switch
SURFACE SANDING ON SANDING BELT
Hold the workpiece firmly with both hands. Keep fingers
away from sanding belt. Keep the workpiece end against
the backstop and move it slowly across the sanding belt.
Apply enough pressure to remove material; excessive
pressure will reduce sanding efficiency.
END SANDING - BELT
Refer to Figure 13
Use end sanding when sanding the ends of small, narrow
workpieces and outside curved edges.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury and/or damage to the workpiece,
become familiar with the rotation of the sanding belt.
The sanding belt rotates counterclockwise or downward
toward the table or backstop.
CONTOUR SANDING WITH THE BELT
With the backstop removed the sanding belt conforms to a
curved edge for sanding and polishing.
• Remove the backstop. See
Backstop under Assembly .
• Turn the sander ON and slowly feed it into the sanding
belt.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
For your own safety, turn the switch OFF and remove
the plug from the electrical outlet before adjusting or
performing maintenance or lubrication work on the
belt sander.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Before using, check to make sure parts are not damaged,
missing, or worn; check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, improper mounting, or any other
conditions that may affect the sander operation. Should
any of these conditions exist, do not use the
belt sander until properly repaired or parts are replaced.
Frequently blow or vacuum dust from all sanding parts
and motor housing.
MAINTENANCE
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WARNING
Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this tool
may be hazardous. Repairs should be done by a qualified
service technician.
LUBRICATION
Ball bearings are grease packed at the factory and require
no further lubrication. Use a spray lubricant on all moving
table parts to ensure smooth operation.
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