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Adjusting the auto-track system
1. Plug in the cord with the tool OFF.
2. Hold handle of sander with one hand and tilt
back until belt is off work and the sander is
resting on the bottom heel of the housing.
3. Turn tool ON by pressing the trigger.
4. For best performance the belt should be in line
with the outer edge of the rear pulley. If the belt
deviates more than 1/8 inch from the outside of
the sander, adjust the belt position by turning
the auto-track adjustment screw, (Fig. 7) until
the belt returns to the proper position.
Selecting the sanding belt
It is very important that you select the proper belt for each particular application. To do this
you should understand the method of marking or coding on the back of most belts. “CLOSED
COAT” means the surface is densely covered with as much grit as the adhesive will hold. “OPEN
COAT” means the grit has been applied evenly, but openly to the surface. An “open coat” will
not clog or fill as readily as “closed coat”. In general, aluminum oxide abrasive belts are best
for woodworking because they are tougher and last longer. Sanding belts should be stored in a
cool, dry place. Do not store near heat or near a window where the sun can reach them.
3” X 18” belts available from skil
TYPE OF
MATERIAL
REMARKS
GRIT SIZE
Coarse
Medium
Fine
Very Fine
WOOD FINISHING:
New or unfinished
wood, plastics,
resins. NON-
FERROUS METALS:
Such as lead,
copper, solder and
aluminum.
This is a “closed
coat” belt and has
a white colored
backing for
identification. The
abrasive used is
aluminum oxide.
40 Grit
No. 73105
60 Grit
No. 73106
80 Grit
No. 73107
100 Grit
No. 73108
120 Grit
No. 73109
PAINT REMOVING:
For removing
varnish, lacquer
and paint, also for
resinous or green
wood.
Similar to above
belts but “open
coat”. Aluminum
oxide grits are
wider apart.
40 Grit
No. 73105
60 Grit
No. 73106
2 Belts per package
Flush sanding
your sander has been designed to allow convenient flush sanding on the right side
of the sander.
Fig. 7
1/8”
Maximum
Auto-Track
Adjustment
Screw