MAINTENANCE
WARNING
For your own safety, turn the switch OFF and remove
the plug from the electrical outlet before adjusting or
performing maintenance or lubrication work on the
belt/disc sander.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Before using, check to make sure parts are not damaged,
missing, or worn; check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, improper mounting, or any other
conditions that may affect the sander operation. Should
any of these conditions exist, do not use the
belt/disc sander until properly repaired or parts are
replaced. Frequently blow or vacuum dust from all sanding
parts and motor housing.
WARNING
Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this tool
may be hazardous. Repairs should be done by a qualified
service technician.
LUBRICATION
Ball bearings are grease packed at the factory and require
no further lubrication. Use a spray lubricant on all moving
table parts to ensure smooth operation.
ADJUST THE DRIVE BELT
Refer to Figure 21 and 22
• Remove the drive belt housing cover.
• Loosen the three screws to loosen the drive belt. Ensure
the drive belt is seated correctly on the motor pulley and
the drive pulley.
• Place a slotted screwdriver in the bracing slot, push up
on the screwdriver to tighten the belt tension.
• Tighten all three screws.
• Test the belt tension by squeezing both sides of the
belt. If properly adjusted, the belt should “give” between
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1/8–1/4". Ensure the belt teeth are properly seated on
the pulley gears.
• Carefully reinstall the drive belt housing cover, insert
and tighten screw.
NOTE:
Over tightening the belt will cause increased noise
and motor overload. Premature failure will occur if belt is
too loose.
Figure 21
Drive Belt
Housing
Cover
Screws
Drive Belt
Motor Pulley
Drive Pulley
Bracing Slot
Figure 22
Screws
MITER GAUGE - DISC SANDER
Refer to Figure 20
A miter-gauge is supplied with your sander, and can be
used on the work table.
• Place the miter gauge slide pole into the slot on the
work table.
• Loosen the miter gauge lock knob and move the miter
gauge head to the left or right to the desired position.
Tighten the miter gauge lock knob.
NOTE:
The miter
gauge head can be moved right or left 0 to 60º.
NOTE:
Use of the miter gauge is recommended for
sanding small end surfaces on the sanding disc.
NOTE:
Always move the workpiece across the sanding
disc from the left side towards the right side, and be sure
to hold the workpiece firmly onto the table surface.
Figure 20
Slot On Work Table
Lock Knob
Mitre Gauge
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