OPERATIONAL CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS
STARTING AND STOPPING THE SANDER
The on/off switch (A) Fig. 12 is located on the sander
base. To turn the sander "ON", move the switch up to
the "ON" position. To turn the sander "OFF", move the
switch down to the "OFF" position.
LOCKING THE SWITCH IN THE "OFF" POSITION
IMPORTANT: When the machine is not in use, the
switch should be locked in the "OFF" position to
prevent unauthorized use. To lock the machine, grasp
the switch toggle (B) and pull it out of the switch (Fig. 13).
With the switch toggle (B) removed, the switch will not
operate. However, should the switch toggle be removed
while the sander is running, the machine can be turned
"OFF," but cannot be restarted without re-inserting the
switch toggle (B).
ADJUSTING THE SPINDLE ASSEMBLY
If excessive play develops in the spindle assembly, or
if noise level increases after extended use, adjust the
spindle assembly.
Disconnect the machine from the
power source!
1. Turn the machine over and place it on a firm
supporting surface. Be careful not to damage the
spindle as sem bly.
2. Remove the four mounting screws (A) Fig. 14.
Remove the case (B) from the machine.
3. IMPORTANT: Position the shaft (C) Fig. 15 inside
the center of the bracket (D). To adjust, loosen the
two lock nuts (E) Fig. 15. Tighten or loos en the two
adjusting screws (F) until the shaft (C) is centered
inside the bracket (D) with the adjustment screws
(F) contacting the shaft. Tighten the two locknuts (E)
Fig. 15.
4. Secure the case with the four screws removed in
STEP 3.
OPERATION
FIG. 13
A
FIG. 14
FIG. 15
9
A
FIG. 11
B
B
C
D
E
F
A