Harbor Freight Tools 93981 User Manual
FOUR INCH BELT AND
6 INCH DISC SANDER
93981
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may
differ slightly from the product described herein.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Power Requirement 120 VAC, 60 Hz
Motor 3/4 HP Input, 1/3 HP Output
Disc Speed 1780 RPM
Belt Speed 1150 FPM
Switch Toggle with Safety Lock
Sanding Belt Size 4 (W) x 36 (L) inches, 80 grit
Sand Disc Size 6 inch diameter, 80 grit
Table Size 7-1/2 (W) x 5 (L) x ¾ (D) inches
Table Tilt 0 ~ 60 degrees downward
Miter Gauge 5 x 3-1/4 x 1-5/8 (H) inches; 0 ~ 60 degree L/R
Overall Dimensions 24-3/4 (H) x 15 (W) x 14 (D) inches
Weight 37.5 lb.
SAVE THIS MANUAL
You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly instructions,
operating and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram. Keep your invoice with this
manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Keep the manual and
invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
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WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work Area
Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite
accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite
the dust or fumes.
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area from debris
such as chips and sparks. Provide barriers or shields as needed.
Electrical Safety
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Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool
will increase the risk of electric shock.
REV 09/06
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Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong
or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded.
If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low
resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.
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Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider
than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any
way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord
and grounded power supply system.
Do not abuse the Power Cord. Never use the Power Cord to carry the tools or pull
the Plug from an outlet. Keep the Power Cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges,
or moving parts. Replace damaged Power Cords immediately. Damaged Power
Cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked
“W-A” or “W”. These extension cords are rated for outdoor use, and reduce the risk
of electric shock.
Personal Safety
Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
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Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the Power Switch is off before plugging in.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the Power Switch, or plugging in power tools
with the Power Switch on, invites accidents.
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on. A wrench
or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing
and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
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Tool Use and Care
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Use clamps (not included) or other practical ways to secure and support the
workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is
unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
Do not use the power tool if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool
that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be replaced.
Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
tools with a sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier to control. Do not
use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do not use” until repaired.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
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Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model.
Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on
another tool.
Service
Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions
in the “Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning” section of this manual. Use of
unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of
electric shock or injury.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR THIS PRODUCT
Maintain labels and nameplates on the Belt Sander. These carry important informa-
tion. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
Always wear ANSI approved safety impact eye goggles and heavy work gloves
when using the Belt Sander. Using personal safety devices reduce the risk for injury.
Safety impact eye goggles and work gloves are available from Harbor Freight Tools.
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Maintain a safe working environment. Keep the work area well lit. Make sure there
is adequate surrounding workspace. Always keep the work area free of obstructions,
grease, oil, trash, and other debris. Do not use a power tool in areas near flammable
chemicals, dusts, and vapors. Do not use this product in a damp or wet location.
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Avoid unintentional starting. Make sure you are prepared to begin work before turning on the Belt Sander.
Do not force the Belt Sander. This tool will do the work better and safer at the speed
and capacity for which it was designed.
Always unplug the Belt Sander from its electrical outlet before performing any
inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
Never leave the Belt Sander unattended while running. Turn power off if you have
to leave the Belt Sander.
Before each use, check all nuts, bolts, and screws for tightness. Vibration during
mixing may cause these to loosen.
Keep extension cord off the ground and away from water.
Always connect the Line Cord to a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected electrical outlet.
Install this product on a proper surface. Locate on a flat, level, and solid surface
that is capable of supporting the weight of the Belt Sander.
Always maintain a maximum of 1/16 inch clearance between the table and the
sanding Disc.
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Do not use the right side of the disc for sanding. The material could kick back.
Hold material securely while sanding to avoid kickback.
WARNING! Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling,
and other construction activities, contain chemicals known (to the State of California)
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are: lead from lead-based paints, crystalline silica from bricks and cement or
other masonry products, arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber. Your
risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To
reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with
approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to
filter out microscopic particles. (California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
WARNING! People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before using this product. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could
cause interference to or failure of the pacemaker.
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