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Problem Possible cause Suggested corrective action
Motor will not run.
1.Defective or broken ON/OFF switch.
2.Defective or damaged switch relay.
3.Defective or damaged switch cord.
4.Burned out motor.
5.Blown house fuse.
1-3.Replace all broken or defec-
tive parts before using sander.
4.Contact supplier for repair.
5.Replace house fuse. Turn OFF
other appliances and power tools
on the same circuit.
Machine slows down
while sanding.
1.Operator applying too much pressure to
work piece.
2.Dirt on wheels.
3.Worn or stretched belt.
1.Use less pressure in applying
work piece to sanding surface.
2.Clean wheels.
3.Replace pulley belt.
Motor does not develop
full speed.
1.Power line overloaded with lights, other
tools, etc.
2.Long/wrong extension lead being used.
3.Incorrect fuses or circuit breakers in pow-
er line
1.Reduce the load on power line.
2.Replace with correct extension
lead.
3.Install correct fuses or circuit
breaker.
Sanding belt runs off
pulleys.
1.Not tracking properly. 1.Adjust tracking (see pg15 track-
ing the belt).
Wood burns while sand-
ing.
1.Sanding disc or belt glazed with sap.
2.Excessive pressure being applied to work
piece.
1.Replace belt or disc.
2.Reduce pressure applied to
work piece.
Motor overheats. 1.Motor overload.
1.Reduce motor load. Allow to
cool off before restarting.
Dust Collection not work-
ing.
1.Collection bag is full.
2.Dust exhaust is blocked.
1.Empty collection bag.
2.Turn sander off and unplug.
Remove bag and use a vacuum
to remove sawdust blockage.
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Model No. 01946
Supply 230v ~ 50Hz
Power 500w (Induction motor)
Belt speed 550m/min
Disc speed 2850rpm
Disc workable tilt 0°-45°
Belt tilt 0°-90°
Disc size 8” (203mm)
Belt size 4” x 36” (100mm x 914mm)
Table size (Sanding disc) 264mm x 150mm
Table size (Sanding bed) 170mm x 125mm