Use the parts diagram at the back of these Instructions to assist in assembly.
3.1.
Carefully unpack the contents and check that the following items are included:
Sander Body, Work Table, Mitre Gauge, Stand Panel, Stand Bracket, Stand Plate, nuts,
Bolts and Washers, Rubber Feet, Hex Key and Backstop. If any items are missing or
damaged, contact your Sealey dealer.
3.2.
Attach the rubber feet to the bottom of the two stand panels.
3.3.
Attach the two stand brackets to the stand frame with the screws and nuts provided. Do
not tighten the screws until after the stand is completely assembled.
3.4.
Attach the stand plate to the stand panels.
3.5.
Tighten all screws on the stand.
3.6.
Mount the sander to the stand plate with the bolts and nuts provided.
3.7.
Mount the backstop (41) on the sander (fig. 1). The backstop will help support the
workpiece while sanding.
3.8.
Assemble table (1) to support bracket (11) and attach angle gauge (7), pointer (13) and
support bar (18).
3.9.
Attach the worktable assembly by loosening the set screw (14) (fig 2). Insert the table
rod (18) into the hole with the flat surface of the shaft facing the set screw. Tighten
the set screw. note that you should leave a space of no more than 1.5mm
(1/16”) between the table and the sanding disc.
3. ASSEMBLY AND SETUP
Belt Size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 x 1220mm
Belt Speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330m/min
Disc Ø. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230mm
Disc Speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1400rpm
Table Size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 x 159mm
Table Tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0°-45°
Motor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .550W, 230V
Dimensions (H x W x L). . 995 x 455 x 715mm
Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55kg
2. SPECIFICATION
This sander is designed for sanding wooden workpieces held by hand. If used for any
other purpose, the insurer will not provide coverage.
4.1.
Ensure that the sander is disconnected from the power supply.
4.2.
Make any adjustments to suit the work as described in Section 5.
4.3.
Connect the sander to the power supply and turn it on.
4.4.
Horizontal sanding - Place the workpiece on the belt. Hold it in place with both hands and
use the backstop for support (fig 3). Do not apply excessive pressure to the belt.
4.5.
Curve sanding - Use the very end of the belt to sand curves (fig 4).
4.6.
Vertical sanding - With the sanding arm in the vertical position, use the backstop and
table to help support the workpiece (fig 5).
4.7.
Disc sanding - Use the sanding disc for end grain sanding, bevel sanding from
0°-45° (fig 6) or angle sanding (using the mitre gauge) from 0°-60° (fig 7).
4.8.
When work is completed, turn off the sander and disconnect it from the power supply.
4. OPERATION
fig. 1
fig. 2
fig. 3
fig. 4
fig. 5
fig. 6
5. ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING - BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS, DISCONNECT THE SANDER FROM
THE POWER SUPPLY!
5.1.
Sanding belt replacement:
5.1.1. Loosen the two knobs (46) and move lever (84) to the right to remove
tension from belt.
5.1.2. Remove the old belt and replace with a new one.
5.1.3. Tighten the tension by moving lever fully to the left. Fully tighten knobs (46).
5.2.
Sanding belt tracking:
5.2.1. To adjust belt tracking loosen knobs (46) and adjust tracking knob (46A) while
rotating belt by hand.
5.2.2. When tracking is correct tighten knobs (46) and check with motor running.
5.3.
Sanding disc replacement:
5.3.1. Remove table assembly and open pulley cover (22).
5.3.2. Tear off the old sanding paper and clean off any glue remaining on the disc.
5.3.3. Attach new sanding paper, close pulley cover and replace table assembly.
Original Language Version
SM15.V2 Issue: 3 - 11/04/12
