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Summary of Contents for 11726 - 3 x 21 in. Belt Sander

Page 1: ...e reference _ WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the operator s manual before using this product Customer Help Line 1 800 932 3188 Sears Roebuck and Co 3333 Beverly Rd Hoffman Estates IL 60179 USA Visit the Craftsman Web page www sears com craftsman COUS 983000 260 9 03 ...

Page 2: ... the use of this tool more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this belt sander making it easy to maintain and operate _ WARNING Do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator s manual Pay close attention to the safety rules including Dangers Warnings and Cautions If you use t...

Page 3: ...nger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations Use saf...

Page 4: ... may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center Following this rule will reduce the risk of shock fire or serious injury Do not abuse cord Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to disconnect it from the recep tacle Keep cord away from heat oil and sharp edges Following this rule will reduce the risk of el...

Page 5: ... purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures SYMBOL MEANING _ DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situat...

Page 6: ...motor It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts 60 Hz AC only normal household current Do not operate this tool on direct current DO A substantial voltage drop witl cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat If your tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet double check the power supply EXTENSION CORDS The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power To k...

Page 7: ... Sander Sanding Belt Dust Collection Bag Operator s Manual _ WARNING If any parts are missing do not operate your tool until the missing parts are replaced Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury _ WARNING The belt sander should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts making adjustments cleaning performing maintenance or when the tool is not in use Disco...

Page 8: ...ature allows you to lock the trigger switch in the ON position Locking the trigger switch on allows you to operate the sander for extended periods of time TENSION RELEASE LEVER The tension release lever aids in quick and easy belt changes TRACKING KNOB The tracking knob allows you to easily adjust the belt tracking DUST COLLECTION BAG The dust collection bag attaches to the sander and keeps dust t...

Page 9: ...DUST COLLECTIONBAG REAR HANDLE FRONT HANDLE TENSION RELEASELEVER SANDING BELT LOCK ON BUTTON TRACKING KNOB TRIGGER SWITCH BLOWER EXHAUSTHOLE Fig 1 9 ...

Page 10: ...SING SANDING BELTS TO INSTALL CHANGE SANDING BELTS See Figures 2 3 and 4 Follow these steps to install or change sanding belts Unplug the sander _ WARNING Failure to unplug the tool could result in serious injury due to accidental starting Position the sander on its side with the cord on the left _ 1 WARNING Keep hands and fingers clear of the rollers and spring mechanism at all times Failure to d...

Page 11: ...elt tracking adjustments A CAUTION If the sanding belt wears excessively on the inner edge it is probably adjusted too far inward and is rubbing against internal parts If this is the case readjust the tracking knob Start the sander and fine adjust the tracking knob until the belt stabilizes a WARNING Keep hands and fingers away from a moving sanding belt Any part of the body coming in contact with...

Page 12: ...collection bag Note Periodically you should turn the dust bag inside out and thoroughly clean it TURNING ON OFF THE SANDER See Figure 8 Follow these directions to turn the sander on and off To turn on the sander Depress the trigger switch To turn off the sander Release the trigger switch TO EMPTY THE DUST COLLECTION BAG For more efficient operation empty the dust collection bag when it is no more ...

Page 13: ...ess the trigger switch OPERATING THE SANDER See Figure 9 Follow these steps to operate the sander Secure the work to prevent it from moving under the sander _L WARNING Unsecured work could be thrown towards the operator causing injury Turn the sander on and let the motor reach its maximum speed before placing the sander on the work surface Lower the sander to the work surface with a slight forward...

Page 14: ...r the front or right edge of the sander If the sanding belt were to run off or if it were not properly adjusted your fingers could come in contact with the moving sanding belt resulting in possible serious injury HELPFUL TIPS If the sanding belt slips or does not track while sand ing you may be applying too much pressure When this occurs remove the sander from the workpiece If you properly adjust ...

Page 15: ... at any time let brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products penetrating oils etc come in contact with plastic parts They contain chemicals that can damage weaken or destroy plastic Electric tools used on fiberglass material wallboard spackling compounds or plaster are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure because the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to be...

Page 16: ...he assembly shown represents an important part of the double insulated system To avoid the possibility of alteration or damage to the system service should be performed by your nearest Sears repair center Contact your nearest Sears retail store for service center information 16 ...

Page 17: ...7001 6 660312001 7 940301004 8 590560001 9 900720001 10 660272001 11 590481001 12 690725001 13 680771001 14 660212013 983000 260 PARTS LIST Description Qty Logo Plate 1 Sanding Belt 1 Dust Collection Bag 1 Wear Plate 1 Belt Cover 1 Screw 8 32 x 3 8 in STD510803 2 Data Plate 1 Belt 1 Backing Pad 1 Screw M4 x 14 mm 1 Tracking Knob 1 Spring 1 Washer 1 Screw M4 x 14 5 mm 2 Operator s Manual Standard H...

Page 18: ... and electronics call or go on line for the location of your nearest Sears Parts Repair Center 1 800 488 1222 Call anytime day or night U S A only www sears com To purchase a protection agreement U S A or maintenance agreement Canada on a product serviced by Sears 1 800 827 6655 U S A 1 800 361 6665 Canada Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio y para ordenar piezas 1 888 SU HOGAR sM 1 888 ...

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