8706160
6 IN. 1/2 HP BELT SANDER
V1.0
18
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Visit a Princess Auto Ltd. location for a solution if the tool does
not function properly or parts are missing. If unable to do so,
have a qualified technician service the tool.
PROBLEM(S)
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
SUGGESTED SOLUTION(S)
Sanding grit
does not
remain on belt
or discs.
1. Exposed to dry
conditions that
have caused the
adhesive to
become brittle.
2. The sanding belt or
disc is damaged or
creased.
1. Store sanding belts and
discs in a location that
does not have extreme
temperature or dryness.
2. Store sanding belts and
discs flat. Do not fold
either for storage.
Deep grooves
appear in the
workpiece.
1. Sanding grit is too
coarse.
2. Sanding across the
wood grain.
3. Excessive pressure
against the sanding
belt/disc.
4. Workpiece held in
place too long.
1. Change to a finer grit.
2. Sand with the wood
grain.
3. Reduce pressure on
workpiece while sanding.
4. Move the workpiece
from side to side while
sanding.
Sanding belt or
disc is clogged.
1. Sanding a soft
wood.
2. Excessive pressure
against the sanding
belt/disc.
1. Clean sanding belt/disc
with a dressing stick
frequently.
2. Reduce pressure on
workpiece while sanding.
Burns appear
on workpiece.
1. Excessive pressure
against the sanding
belt/disc.
2. Workpiece held in
place too long.
3. Sanding grit is too
fine.
1. Reduce pressure on
workpiece while sanding.
2. Move the workpiece
from side to side while
sanding.
3. Change to a coarser grit.