12
Before Using the Sander
Warning: To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do
not plug the sander in until the following steps are completed.
1. Assembly and alignment.
2. Learn the use and function of no-volt switch, work support, belt tracking
knob, belt tension lever, work table and work table tilt lock knob.
3. Review and understand all safety instructions and operating procedures
in this manual.
4. Review the maintenance procedure for this sander.
Before Each Use Inspect your Sander
• Check the gaps between the work surface and the sanding areas are no
more than 3 mm and adjust accordingly.
• Do not use sanding belts narrower than 6". Narrower belts uncover parts
that could trap your fingers.
To avoid injury from jams, slips or thrown pieces:
• Adjust any work support to clear the sanding surface by no more than
3 mm. When checking clearance between the belt and work support, press
the belt against the metal beneath it.
Inspect the Workpiece
Caution: Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the
part of the work piece to be sanded.
• When finishing on the disc, always press the workpiece against the side
of the disc moving downwards towards the table. 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.
In the Event of a Blockage or if the
Machine Stalls
If the machine stalls due to the work piece or sanding belt becoming
trapped, switch the machine of immediately by pressing the red button on
the switch marked ‘O’.
Locate and rectify the source of the blockage. If the sanding belt has
become trapped, it may be necessary to cut the belt in order to remove it
from the machine. Replace the belt as necessary and track it correctly by
following the procedure set out in section 7 of this manual.
Check that the belt can be turned freely by hand before attempting to
re-start the machine. Re-start the machine by pressing the green button on
the switch marked ‘I’.
Re-Starting After a Power Failure
The machine is fitted with a no volt release (NVR) switch to protect the user
from automatic re-starting after a power failure.
In the event of a power failure, first locate and rectify the source of the
failure. If the fault is within the power circuit of the workshop, there may be
an underlying cause (circuit overload etc.) that should be investigated by a
qualified electrician, before attempting to restore the power source.
Once the power is restored, re-start the machine by pressing the green
button marked ‘I’ on the switch.
10. Basic Operation
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