• Tomove table toward o raway f rom belt, l oosen t wo socket
head bolts (Key No. 9 )intable, r eposition table andsecure
inposition.
• Tochange a ngle oftable, l oosen l ocking h andle ( Key No.
22), t ilttable todesired a ngle using scale (Key No. 2 4)and
secure i nposition.
HORIZONTAL
BELT SANDING
Refer to Figure 4.
• Adjust the belt housing to full horizontal position as
described in the above section, "Adjusting Belt Housing".
• Idler drum (Key No. 3) can be used as a contact drum to
sand curved surfaces.
USING
AUXILIARY
TABLE
When using the idler drum for contour sanding, it is recom-
mended that the auxiliary table be positioned so that the
workpiece will be at the center of the idler drum. This will
assure proper belt tracking and prevent the edge of the work-
piece from becoming tapered.
NOTE: Use auxiliary table only with belt housing in vertical
position.
BELT TRACKING
Refer to Figure 4.
Belt (Key No. 59) should oscillate around center on drive and
idler drums (Key Nos. 3 and 35). The sander is shipped with
the tracking mechanism properly adjusted. However, if adjust-
ment is necessary:
• Turn the unit on.
• Insert a _/8" or %2"hex wrench into the hole on adjusting nut
(Key No. 13) on either side.
• Turn the adjusting nut to the right to move belt toward you
or turn the adjusting nut to the left to move belt away from
you.
• Turn the unit off.
REPLACING
BELT
Refer to Figure 4.
• Sanding belt must be replaced when worn, torn, or glazed.
• Turn the belt tension handle toward drive drum (Key No. 16)
to release belt tension.
• Loosen and remove four knobs (Key No. 61) from the rear
of the sander.
• Remove belt cover (Key No. 60).
• Slide old belt off the drive and idler drums (Key Nos. 3 and
35).
NOTE: There may be an arrow on the inside of the belt. The
arrow should point in direction of rotation to ensure that the
splice in the belt will not come apart.
• Slide new belt over the drive and idler drums; center belt on
drums.
• Push the belt tension handle toward the idler drum to
tension belt.
• Replace belt cover using knobs.
• Wear a protective glove and manually rotate the belt by
hand to check tracking. If tracking needs to be adjusted,
follow steps described in "Belt Tracking".
WARNING:
Make certain that the unit is disconnected
from
power source before attempting to service or remove any
component.
CLEANING
Keep machine and workshop clean. Do not allow sawdust to
accumulate on the tool. Keep the drums clean. Dirt on drums
will cause poor tracking and belt slippage. Operate tool with
dust collector to keep dust from accumulating.
Be certain motor is kept clean and is frequently vacuumed
free of dust.
Use soap and water to clean painted parts, rubber parts and
plastic guards.
LUBRICATION
The shielded ball bearings in this tool are permanently lubri-
cated at the factory. They require no further lubrication.
• When operation seems stiff, a light coat of paste wax
applied to the tables will make it easier to feed the work
while finishing.
• Do not apply wax to the belt platen. Belt could pick up wax
and deposit it on the drums causing belt to slip.
• Periodically use a grease gun to add grease to gearbox
assembly through grease nipple.
KEEP TOOL
IN REPAIR
° If power cord is worn, cut, or damaged in any way, have it
replaced immediately.
• Replace worn abrasives when needed.
• Replace any damaged or missing parts. Use parts list to
order parts.
Any attempt to repair motor may create a hazard unless
repair is done by a qualified service technician. Repair service
is available at your nearest Sears store.
6