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What to check on your
Silver-Line SL-8 Floor Sander
To keep it running like new!
The Drum:
The soft resi lient rubber drum of the SL -8 is a wear item that should be
checked to ensure your customers the best sanding action. There are several ways to check a drum
to see if it is in good shape.
a. The easiest way would be to see how the paper fits on the drum. It should fit
tightly over the drum, square on the sides.
b. Check the cut on the floor. The drum should make a straight 8” cut, not heavier on
either side. If it does not give the correct cut, adjust the wheels to allow the
proper cutting action. If the drum is coned shape, replace the drum.
c. Finally, measure the drum with our measuring string. Wrap the string around the
drum, insert it through the loop, pull snug and see if the loop ends up in the red
mark. If it does, too much rubber has worn off the drum and it needs replacing.
d. If the circumference of the drum is 17 ¼” or less, replace it.
The Dust Pan
: The dustpan (#65) wears on the front edge and ears from the loose
abrasives being vacuumed up. If your dustpan is not attached to the pins, reatta ch it. If it is too
worn, replace it with a new one. Your SL-8 ahs the best vacuum system available to the rental
market, but a good dustpan is very necessary for proper functioning.
The Wheels:
Look at both wheels when you check the drum. If the w heels get out of
round the machine will not cut properly. Replace the wheels on your machine.
The Belts:
Check the belt tension on your SL -8, both belts should be tight, if not adjust
them using the motor adjusting screw (#88) located on the front of the motor.
The Dust Bag:
It may not seem like a big deal, but your dust bag is important. A bag that
is too old or repaired too many times will not collect the dust properly. An worn bag can also give
the wrong impression to your customers about how you keep up your equipment.
Follow these simple maintenance steps and rent
The World’s Finest Floor Sanders
In the Best Possible Condition!
