Changing or Installing the Belt
Insert the tip of a small screwdriver into the
notch shown in Figure A. Move the screwdriver
handle in the direction shown in Figure B
to release tension on the belt and facilitate
its removal. Installation of a new belt is the
reverse of removal. Be sure any arrow printed
on the belt points in the direction of belt travel.
Switching the Sander On/Off and Adjusting Speed
The ON/OFF switch is located on the side of the sander. Pressing the
I
side of the switch will turn the sander ON; pressing the
0
side of the
switch will turn the sander OFF. To change the belt speed, adjust the
knob located on the back of the sander (see Figure C). Belt speed can
be adjusted between 600 feet per minute and 900 feet per minute.
Experiment a little to find the speed best suited for the job at hand; use
slow speeds and a light pressure on plastics to avoid melting; use high
speeds for wood and fast material removal.
Safety Instructions
When using electric power tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and personal injury.
For safe operation:
• KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN.
• DON’T EXPOSE POWER TOOLS TO RAIN OR USE IN A DAMP OR WET LOCATION.
• GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK BY AVOIDING CONTACT WITH GROUNDED ITEMS,
SUCH AS PIPES, RADIATORS, REFRIGERATORS, ETC.
• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
• STORE TOOLS PROPERLY IN A DRY, HIGH, OUT-OF-THE-REACH-OF-CHILDREN LOCATION.
• DON’T FORCE TOOLS.
• USE THE RIGHT TOOL.
• AVOID WEARING LOOSE CLOTHING WHICH COULD GET CAUGHT IN MOVING PARTS.
• USE SAFETY GLASSES TO PROTECT YOUR EYES FROM FLYING DEBRIS.
• DON’T ABUSE POWER CORD...ALWAYS PULL ON THE PLUG, NEVER ON THE WIRE,
TO DISCONNECT IT FROM THE WALL OUTLET.
• SECURE THE WORKPIECE BY CLAMPING IT IN A VISE OR TO THE WORKBENCH.
• MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE TO KEEP IT IN PROPER OPERATING CONDITION.
Fig. A
Fig. B
Fig. C
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR #81466 BELT SANDER
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This belt sander has a thermal cutout switch which protects the motor from burnout. Extended use
under heavy load may cause the motor to get hot and the thermal switch to automatically cut power to
the motor. To prevent sudden start up, the sander must be switched off during the cooling-off period.
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