OPERATION & ADJUSTMENTS
DISC SANDING
Warning!
Always make sure the sander is unplugged prior to attempting any installa-
tion or changing of parts and accessories.
When sanding, always position your workpiece (A) Fig.19 on the downward, rotating
side (left side) of the sanding disc as shown. Sanding on the right side of the sanding
disc, upward rotating side is dangerous, as your workpiece cannot be controlled and
‘kick-back’ may occur - the wood being forced up and out of your hands.
Use the miter gauge (B) Fig.19 for added control of the work piece during sanding.
The miter gauge can also be set to various degree angles for maintaining accurate
angles when sanding small or multiple parts.
Do not force the work piece into the sanding disc. Sand using light pressure, move
your workpiece slightly left and right on the disc, keeping to the left-of-center, downward
side. This will help prevent resin or debris from building up on one area of the disc,
and also helps to prevent burning of the sanded surface from excessive abrasive-ac-
tion heat build-up.
NOTE: It is strongly recommended to use a dust-collection system when using this
belt & disc sander. Use of a dust mask or respirator is still recommended, even when
a dust collection system is in use.
BELT SANDING
Warning!
Always make sure the sander is unplugged prior to attempting any installa-
tion or changing of parts and accessories.
Depending on what type of sanding that you will be doing, set the sanding belt table
to the proper angle using a square or a protractor.
Use the miter gauge when convenient for added control of the workpiece during sand-
ing. The miter gauge can also be set to various degree angles for maintaining accurate
angles when sanding small or multiple parts.
Do not force the workpiece (A) Fig.20 into the sanding belt (B). Sand using light pres-
sure. Move your workpiece slightly left and right on the belt. This will help prevent resin
or debris from building up on one area of the belt, and also helps to prevent burning of
the sanded surface from excessive abrasive-action heat build-up.
The platen (C) Fig.20 supports the back of the sanding belt and offers a flat surface to
sand or sharpen against. It should be positioned so it is almost touching the back of
the sanding belt. To adjust the platen, loosen the cap screw (A) Fig.21 at the rear of
the platen. The platen can also be removed for contour sanding or polishing.
NOTE: It is strongly recommended to use a dust-collection system when using this
belt & disc sander. Use of a dust mask or respirator is still recommended, even when
a dust collection system is in use.
ADJUSTING THE SANDING BELT TRACKING
1. Belt tracking on the centre of the drive wheels is pre-set at the factory. If an adjust-
ment is needed, the sander must be turned on.
2. While the belt is turning, slowly turn the belt tracking knob (A) Fig.22 to correct the
tracking of the belt, left or right as needed, so that the belt finally rides on the centre
of the top drive wheel (B).
Figure 19
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