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Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; Technical Data; TECHNICAL DATA; Troubleshooting

TABLE OF CONTENTS Technical Data 234578914151618 General Safety RulesSpecific Safety Rules For the SanderElectrical InformationKnow Your SanderAssembly TECHNICAL DATA Model Number:Motor:Belt Speed:Spindle Speed:Oscillations:Spindle Travel:Table Tilt:Sanding Drum Sizes:Sanding Sleeve Sizes:Dust Port:...

Page 3 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES; DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to do a job for which it was not designed.

3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. SAVE THESE SAFE- TY INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING: To avoid mistakes and serious injury, do not plug in your tool until the following steps have been read and understood. 1. READ and become familia...

Page 5 - GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

5 SPECIFIC RULES FOR THE BELT & SPINDLE SANDER 10. Replace worn or damaged belts before operation. Always unplug the unit before making adjustments or chang-ing sandpaper or drums. 11. When sanding a large workpiece, provide additional support. Do not sand with the workpiece unsupported. 12. Ins...

Page 6 - GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS; AMPERAGE; ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

WARNING: This tool is for indoor use only. Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations. GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord ...

Page 7 - KNOW YOUR BELT & SPINDLE SANDER; UNPACKING; sleeve fits directly on the spindle.

7 AMPERAGE REQUIRED GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft. 150 ft. 3.5 A 18 gauge 16 gauge 16 gauge 14 gauge KNOW YOUR BELT & SPINDLE SANDER A - Work TableB - Sanding BeltC - Belt Tracking Adjustment KnobD - Belt Tensioning LeverE - Work StopF - SpindleG - Spindle NutH - Sanding Drum w/...

Page 8 - ASSEMBLY; source outlet before making any adjustments.; MOUNTING THE UNIT

88 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental startups, turn switch OFF and remove the plug from the power source outlet before making any adjustments. NOTE: The table insert is only to be used with the sanding drums, not with the sanding belt attachment. Place the spindle nut, table...

Page 9 - OPERATION; This machine creates a lot; INITIAL TEST RUN; Clear all setup tools away from the machine.

9 OPERATION DUST COLLECTION (Fig. D) WARNING: This machine creates a lot of dust. Inhaling said dust on a regular basis can cause permanent respiratory illness. Minimize your exposure by wearing a respirator and using a dust col-lector. If you do not use some method of dust extraction or collection,...

Page 10 - Disconnect the machine from the power source.

10 OPERATION SPINDLE SANDING Spindle sanding is the preferred method of removing material from inside curves and irregular edges. The oscillat-ing spindle moves up and down as it rotates to help smooth surfaces more quickly and evenly than a non-oscillating sander. To use the spindle sander, you mus...

Page 11 - CHANGING/REPLACING SANDING DRUMS AND SLEEVES; Unplug the sander from the power source.; BELT SANDING STRAIGHT LINES

11 OPERATION CHANGING/REPLACING SANDING DRUMS AND SLEEVES 1. As always, disconnect the sander from the power source. 2. Remove the spindle sanding components in reverse order of the installation (Fig. F). 3. Clean all sawdust and debris from the opening for the table insert, the throat plates and an...

Page 12 - BELT SANDING OUTSIDE CURVES; Set table tilt to 0° and remove the work stop.; CHANGING SANDING BELTS; Belt Rotation

OPERATION 12 BELT SANDING OUTSIDE CURVES 1. Turn sander ON and allow it to reach full speed before applying a load. 2. Using both hands, slowly guide the workpiece against the sanding belt. Maintain downward pressure on the workpiece against the table, gently working it along the sanding belt until ...

Page 13 - ADJUST THE TRACKING OF THE SANDING BELT; Unplug the sander from its power source.; OVERLOAD PROTECTION

OPERATION 13 ADJUST THE TRACKING OF THE SANDING BELT 1. Install the belt sanding attachment and remove all tools from the sander. 2. Connect the sander to a power source and turn it ON. Immediately turn the machine OFF, checking to see if the sanding belt rides centered on the drums, and does not mo...

Page 14 - MAINTENANCE; adjusting or performing maintenance on the belt/spindle sander.

14 MAINTENANCE WARNING: For your own safety, turn the switch OFF and remove the plug from the electrical outlet before adjusting or performing maintenance on the belt/spindle sander. Before using, check to make sure parts are not damaged, missing, or worn. Check for alignment of moving parts, bindin...

Page 15 - TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Sanding grains easily rub off 1) Sanding belt/sleeve has been stored in the wrong environment.2) Sanding belt/sleeve has been damaged or folded. 1) Store sanding accessories away from ex-tremely hot/dry temperatures.2) Store sanding accessories properly, without bends, folds, ...

Page 16 - EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST; Description

16 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST No. Part No. Description 1 6523-001 Hex Nut, M8 2 6523-002 Ball Bearing 3 6523-003 Aluminum Drum Wheel, 3” x 4” 4 6523-004 Spindle Washer (3 pcs) 5 6523-005 Lock Nut, M5 6 6523-006 Flat Washer, M5 7 6523-007 Extension Spring 8 6523-008 Belt Tensioning Arm 9 6523-009 K...

Page 19 - LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY

19 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 CONSUMER POWER TOOLS PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchas...