Page 2 - CONTENTS; WELCOME 3
CONTENTS WELCOME 3 Introduction ..................................................................................................... 3Specifications ................................................................................................... 3 SAFETY 4 General Safety Rules .....................
Page 3 - SPECIFICATIONS; INTRODUCTION
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 6502, 6502T Motor 120V, 60 Hz, 4.3A Motor / Disc Speed 3600 RPM (No Load) Disc Diameter 6 Inches Belt Size 4 x 36 Inches Belt Speed 1900 FPM (No Load) Belt Bed Tilt 0° to 90° Included Belt Grit 80 Dust Port Size 2-1/4 Inches Net Weight 41 lbs. Product Dimensions 17.9"...
Page 4 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES; WORK AREA SAFETY
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WORK AREA SAFETY 1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. 2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo- spheres, such as in the presence of flammable liq- uids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes....
Page 5 - POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
GENERAL SAFETY RULES 7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE 1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool fo...
Page 6 - BELT SANDER SAFETY; BELT SANDER SAFETY WARNINGS
BELT SANDER SAFETY 1. This sander is designed to sand wood or wood-like products only. Sanding or grinding other materials could result in fire, injury, or damage to the workpiece. 2. Use the sander on horizontal surfaces only. Operating the sander when mounted on non-horizontal surfaces may result ...
Page 7 - ELECTRICAL INFORMATION; GUIDELINES AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EXTENSION CORDS
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION AMPERAGE REQUIRED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft. 4.3A 18 gauge 16 gauge 16 gauge 14 gauge 3. Check with a licensed electrician or service personnel if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions or whether the tool is properly grounded....
Page 8 - UNPACKING & PACKING LIST; UNPACKING
UNPACKING & PACKING LIST UNPACKING With the help of a friend or trustworthy foe, such as one of your in-laws, carefully remove the belt and disc sander from the packaging and place it on a sturdy, flat surface. Make sure to take out all contents and accessories. Do not discard the packaging unti...
Page 9 - KNOW YOUR BELT & DISC SANDER; TOOL PURPOSE
KNOW YOUR BELT & DISC SANDER TOOL PURPOSE Sand, smooth, and remove jagged edges with your WEN Belt and Disc Sander. Refer to the following diagrams to become familiarized with all the parts and controls of your belt and disc sander. The components will be referred to later in the manual for asse...
Page 10 - ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS; INSTALLATION OF SANDING DISC & GUARD
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS INSTALLATION OF SANDING DISC & GUARD 1. Peel backing away from sanding disc (Fig. 2 - 1). 2. Align perimeter of disc with plate, and press disc firmly into position on plate, leaving no loose edges. 3. Position disc guard (Fig. 2 - 2) against lower 1/3 of disc, alignin...
Page 11 - MOUNTING THE SANDER TO A WORKBENCH
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS MOUNTING THE SANDER TO A WORKBENCH WARNING! If during operation there is any tendency for the sander to tip over, slide or walk on the supporting surface, the sander should be properly mounted to a workbench or stand. 1. Position the sander on the workbench where it will b...
Page 12 - SANDING BELT TRACKING ADJUSTMENT
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS SANDING BELT TRACKING ADJUSTMENT 1. Plug in the power cord. 2. Turn the switch ON and OFF to make sure the sanding belt is correctly centered and not sliding off the idler and drive roller drums. a. If the sanding belt moves toward the disc, slightly turn the tracking knob...
Page 13 - SQUARING THE TABLE; OPERATION; CIRCUIT BREAKER
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS SQUARING THE TABLE To ensure accurate end sanding, the work table (Fig. 10 - 2) must be square to the sanding surfaces prior to using the tables for disc sanding. 1. Adjust the table to be 90° with the sanding surface. 2. Using a combination square (Fig. 10 - 1), place one...
Page 14 - SURFACE SANDING ON SANDING BELT
OPERATION ON / OFF SWITCH The keyed switch is intended to prevent unauthorized use of the sander. WARNING! Remove the safety key whenever the sander is not in use. Place the key in a safe place and out of the reach of children. 1. To turn sander ON, insert the safety key (Fig. 13 - 1) into the key s...
Page 15 - BELT SANDER - HORIZONTAL & VERTICAL SANDING; MITER GAUGE - DISC SANDER
OPERATION CAUTION! To avoid personal injury and/or damage to the workpiece, become familiar with the rotation of the belt and disc sanding surfaces. The belt sander rotates counterclockwise or downward toward the table or backstop. The disc sander rotates counterclockwise, downward toward the table ...
Page 16 - MAINTENANCE; LUBRICATION
MAINTENANCE Before using, check to make sure parts are not damaged, missing, or worn. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, improper mounting, or any other conditions that may affect the sander operation. If any of these conditions ex- ist, do not use the sander until parts a...
Page 17 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Cause Solution Sanding grains easily rub off belts or discs. Sanding belt/disc has been stored in the wrong environment. Store sanding accessories away from extremely hot or dry environ- ments. Sanding belt/disc has been dam- aged or folded. Store sanding accessories fl...
Page 19 - EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST
No. Part No. New Description Qty 1 90228-001 Screw M4X6 4 2 90228-003 Base Cover 1 3 90228-012 Screw M4X8 2 4 90228-015 Lock Washer (4) 2 5 90228-004 Self-tapping Screw ST4.2X10 2 6 90228-006 Disc Cover 1 7 90228-007 Disc Paper 1 8 90228-008 Inner Hex Screw M6X16 1 9 90228-010 Disc 1 10 90228-011 Di...
Page 21 - WARRANTY STATEMENT
WARRANTY STATEMENT WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality. LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser on...
Page 22 - NOTES