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Installing the sanding belt  

– tensioning and tracking

WARNING:

 To avoid injury from 

accidental start, turn switch 

‘OFF’, remove key and remove 

plug from power source outlet, 

before removing or installing belt.
On the smooth side of the 

sanding belt, you will find a 

‘directional arrow’. The sanding 

belt must run in the direction of 

this arrow, so that the splice does 

not come apart.
1. Slide tension lever (14) to 

the right to release the belt 

tension.

2. Place the sanding belt (11) 

over the drums with the 

directional arrow pointing 

towards the left hand side. 

Make sure the belt is centred 

on both drums.

3. Slide tension lever to the left  

to apply belt tension.

4.Tighten hex socket screw 

(15) when bed is in desired 

position.

5. Plug in the power cord. Turn 

switch ‘On’ and immediately 

‘OFF’, noting if the belt tends 

to slide off the idler drum or 

drive drum. If it did not tend 

to slide off it is TRACKING 

properly.

6. If the sanding belt moves 

toward the disc, turn the 

tracking knob (13) clockwise 

1/4 turn.

7. If the sanding belt moves away from the disc, turn the 

tracking knob (13) anticlockwise 1/4 turn.

8. Turn switch ‘ON and immediately ‘OFF’ noting belt 

movement. Readjust tracking knob if necessary.

Turning on and off

1. Connect the plug to the power supply
2. To turn on press the green ‘ON’ button.
3. To switch off, press the red ‘OFF’ button.
4. Unplug the tool from the power point to prevent 

unauthorised use.

Basic operation

Bevel sanding

1. The work table (4) can be 

tilted from 0° to 45° for bevel 

sanding. 

2. Loosen the table lock knob (5) 

and tilt the work table to the 

desired angle. 

3. Retighten the table lock knob.

WARNING:

 To avoid trapping the work or fingers between 

the table and sanding surface, the table should be 

repositioned on the table support to retain a maximum of 1-

2 mm distance between sanding surface and table.

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Страница 1: ...1 1 3 HP BELT DISC SANDER BD1500 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ...

Страница 2: ... the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place Conditions apply to the above warranty For full details of the warranty terms and conditions please refer to our website www gmcompany com For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online www gmcservice com au should you not have access to the...

Страница 3: ...has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate and with proper care it will give you many years of dependable service CAUTION Carefully read through this entire Instruction Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool Take special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings Your GMC power tool has man...

Страница 4: ...se reduces the risk of electric shock 3 Personal safety a Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury b Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Safety equipment su...

Страница 5: ...nt injury do not plug the sander in until the following steps are completed Assembly and alignment Learn the use and function of the On Off switch backstop belt tracking knob belt tension lever work table and work table tilt lock knob Review and understand all safety instructions and operating procedures in this manual Read manual before using sander Wear safety goggles Wear a dust mask Maintain 1...

Страница 6: ...basic sander table or to help feed support or pull the workpiece When finishing on the disc always press the workpiece against the down side of the disc Sanding against the side coming up from under the table could damage the work by making it chatter or tear the work from your hands and throw it Sand only one workpiece at a time Clear everything except the workpiece and related support devices of...

Страница 7: ...ng parts 1 Work table 2 Table support 3 Mitre gauge 4 Sanding disc 5 Disc guard 6 Work support 7 Table lock knob 8 Washers 6 5 x 17 8 x 1 6 x5 9 Pan head screws M4 2 x2 10 Lock washers M6 x4 11 Hex head screws M6 x 14 x4 12 Allen Key 6mm 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 6 12 ...

Страница 8: ...h 2 Base 3 Mounting holes x2 4 Work table 5 Table lock knob 6 Disc guard 7 Sanding disc 8 Sanding plate 9 Work support 10 Work support hex screw 11 Sanding belt 12 Belt bed 13 Belt tracking knob 14 Belt tension lever 15 Belt bed locking screw 5 15 3 13 14 10 ...

Страница 9: ...be fastened securely to a firm supporting surface such as a workbench If mounting to a workbench holes should be drilled through supporting surface of the workbench 1 The unit should be bolted securely using M8 screws and hex nuts not included Screw length should be 38mm plus the thickness of the bench top 2 Locate and mark the holes where belt and disc sander is to be mounted 3 Drill 2 x 9 5 mm d...

Страница 10: ...pping the work of fingers between the table and sanding surface the table edge should be a maximum of 1 2 mm from sanding surface 5 Loosen the 3 hex head screws at bottom of table support and adjust table as required Adjust table as necessary and retighten screws Auxiliary mounting for vertical sanding 1 Remove work support 9 lock and bolt 10 and remove work support 2 Remove table assembly by remo...

Страница 11: ...to slide off the idler drum or drive drum If it did not tend to slide off it is TRACKING properly 6 If the sanding belt moves toward the disc turn the tracking knob 13 clockwise 1 4 turn 7 If the sanding belt moves away from the disc turn the tracking knob 13 anticlockwise 1 4 turn 8 Turn switch ON and immediately OFF noting belt movement Readjust tracking knob if necessary Turning on and off 1 Co...

Страница 12: ... and move the work evenly across the sanding belt Use extra caution when sanding very thin pieces 3 When sanding long pieces remove the work support 4 Apply only enough pressure to allow the sanding belt to remove any material End sanding on the sanding belt 1 It is more convenient to sand the ends of long workpieces with the sanding belt in a vertical position 2 Move the work evenly across the sa...

Страница 13: ...ing parts at regular intervals 4 Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts CAUTION Do not use cleaning agents to clean the plastic parts of the tool A mild detergent on a damp cloth is recommended Water must never come into contact with the tool Power cord maintenance If the supply cord needs replacing the task must be carried out by the manufacturer the manufacturer s agent or an authorised...

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Страница 16: ...ew Zealand 7am 7pm 7days a week AEST Please note that if repair or replacement is required you must provide a valid original purchase receipt You will need the following details at hand to log your service request Personal details First Last name address pick up address contact phone numbers email address Product details Product number date of purchase retailer bought from State postcode receipt n...

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