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Model G1066R/Z/G1079R (Mfd. Since 02/11)
— If belt tracks toward right, rotate right-side
roller adjustment bolt counterclockwise to
move belt left.
— If belt tracks toward left, rotate right-side
roller adjustment bolt clockwise to move
belt right.
5. After adjustments are made, run machine for
approximately 15 minutes to watch the ten-
sion or tracking adjustments you made. Be
patient, belt tracks slowly.
6.
Re-install roller bracket guards.
Adjusting Dust
Scoop
Figure 88. Location of dust scoop mounting
bolts.
The Model G1066R/G1079R is equipped with a
dust scoop located next to the rear sanding drum.
The Model G1066Z features a dust scoop for each
drum. Dust scoops reduce the amount of dust
that accumulates on the workpiece as it travels
through the sander. Dust scoops are adjustable
and should be set approximately
1
⁄
32
'' above the
bottom of the drum for optimum effectiveness.
Item(s) Needed
Qty
Open-End or Socket Wrench 10mm ................. 1
2x4 Gauge Block (2" x 4" x 24") ........................ 2
To adjust a dust scoop:
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2. Place (2) gauge blocks of equal height under
rear sanding drum and dust scoop. Raise
table until gauge blocks just touch sanding
drum.
3. Loosen dust scoop mounting bolts located at
each end of scoop (see
Figure 88).
4. Move scoop up or down until it is approxi-
mately
1
⁄
32
'' above gauge blocks. Some flex-
ing of sheet metal assembly may be needed
to get the proper clearance. Retighten the
mounting bolts and remove gauge blocks.
Dust Scoop Mounting
Bolt (1 of 2)
Dust Scoop
4. Make conveyor belt tension and tracking
adjustments:
— If belt slips on rollers, rotate both roller
adjustment bolts (see
Figure 87) counter-
clockwise to increase belt tension.
Figure 87. Location of conveyor roller adjust-
ment bolts.
Roller Bracket
Roller Adjustment
Bolt (1 of 2)
