Clarke
®
American Sanders
EZ - 8 Sander Operator's Manual
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Machine Set-up
To set up the machine follow this procedure:
1. Familiarize yourself with the machine. Read all
danger, warning, and caution statements as well
as the Operator's Manual. If operator is unable
to read English, have the manual explained
before operating.
2. Install handle and fasten latches. See figure # 6.
3. Insert control link into notch and slide collar to
pin. Raise sanding drum with control lever. See
figure # 5 & # 6.
4. Install dust tube.
5. Connect the handle pigtail to the motor cord.
Align ground pin, insert and twist. See figure # 7.
6. To install abrasive on sanding drum equipped
with paper clamp: loosen screws to paper clamp
with a coin. Do not remove screws or clamp
from the sanding drum. Insert one edge of
abrasive under paper clamp. Rotate sanding
drum to wrap abrasive around drum. Insert other
edge of abrasive under paper clamp. Center
abrasive and take up any slack in the abrasive.
Tighten screws on paper clamp. Close drum
cover. See figure # 8.
To install abrasive on sanding drum equipped for
sleeve abrasive: slide abrasive over drum, center
abrasive, and close drum cover.
Figure # 5
Figure # 6
Figure # 7
Figure # 8
