Ridgid R2740 User Manual
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
3 in. x 18 in. BELT SANDER
VARIABLE SPEED DOUBLE INSULATED
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
PONCEUSE À BANDE DE 76 x 457 mm (3 x 18 po)
VITESSE VARIABLE DOUBLE ISOLATION
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
LIJADORA DE BANDA DE 76 x 457 mm (3 x 18 pulg.)
VELOCIDAD VARIABLE DOBLE AISLAMIENTO
R2740
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Your belt sander has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING:
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d’utilisation. Correctement entretenue, elle vous donnera des
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE DES MATIÈRES / ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................2
Introduction / Introducción
General Power Tool Safety Warnings ............................................................................................................................3-4
Règles de sécurité relatives aux outils électriques / Advertencias de seguridad para herramientas eléctrical
Belt Sander Saw Safety Rules .......................................................................................................................................... 4
Avertissements de sécurité relatifs du ponceuse à bande / Advertencias de seguridad lijadora de bandar
Symbols ............................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Symboles / Símbolos
Electrical ........................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Caractéristiques électriques / Aspectos eléctricos
Features ............................................................................................................................................................................7
Caractéristiques / Características
Assembly .......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Assemblage / Armado
Operation .....................................................................................................................................................................8-10
Utilisation / Funcionamiento
Adjustments .................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Réglages / Ajustes
Maintenance ..............................................................................................................................................................11-12
Entretien / Mantenimiento
Warranty .........................................................................................................................................................................13
Garantie / Garantía
Figure numbers (illustrations) ....................................................................................................................................14-15
Figure numéros (illustrations) / Figura numeras (ilustraciones)
Parts Ordering and Service ...............................................................................................................................Back Page
Commande de pièces et réparation / Pedidos de piezas y servicio ......................................................... Page arrière / Pág. posterior
INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION / INTRODUCCIÓN
This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability
have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
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Ce produit offre de nombreuses fonctions destinées à rendre son utilisation plus plaisante et satisfaisante. Lors de la
conception de ce produit, l’accent a été mis sur la sécurité, les performances et la fiabilité, afin d’en faire un outil facile à
utiliser et à entretenir.
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Este producto ofrece numerosas características para hacer más agradable y placentero su uso. En el diseño de este producto
se ha conferido prioridad a la seguridad, el desempeño y la fiabilidad, por lo cual se facilita su manejo y mantenimiento.
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mainsoperated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.
WORK AREA SAFETY
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or 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 children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body
is earthed or grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,
pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged
or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces 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 you are tired or under the influence
of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal
injuries.
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the off-position before connecting to power source
and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or
energising power tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the power tool on. A wrench or a key 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. This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught
in moving parts.
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.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long
hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn
into air vents.
Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable
footing on a solid surface enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application. The correct power tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
the battery pack from the power tool before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and
do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool
or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power
tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tool’s
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
SERVICE
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
When servicing a power tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Follow instructions in the
Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized
parts or failure to follow Maintenance instructions may
create a risk of shock or injury.
BELT SANDER SAFETY WARNINGS
Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
because the belt may contact its own cord. Cutting
a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the tool
“live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards related to this
power tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
Always wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses
have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety
glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious
personal injury.
Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the
operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during
extended periods of operation. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
Inspect power tool cords periodically and, if damaged,
have repaired at your nearest Authorized Service
Center. Constantly stay aware of cord location.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock
or fire.
Check damaged parts. Before further use of the power
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced
by an Authorized Service Center. Following this rule
will reduce the risk of shock, fire, or serious injury.
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. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least
14 is recommended for an extension cord 50 feet
or less in length. A cord exceeding 100 feet is not
recommended. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating.
Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before
using this power tool. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized
service center to avoid risk.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this power tool.
If you loan someone this power tool, loan them these
instructions also.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING:
This product and some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities may
contain chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
• leadfromlead-basedpaints,
• crystallinesilicafrombricksandcementandothermasonryproductsand,
• arsenicandchromiumfromchemicallytreatedlumber.
Your risk from exposure to these chemicals varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure, work in a well-ventilated area and with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
NOTICE:
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates important information not related to an
injury hazard, such as a situation that may result in property damage.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read Operator’s Manual
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.
Eye Protection
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
min Minutes Time
Alternating Current Type of current
n
o
.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
Class II Tool Double-insulated construction
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1.
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ELECTRICAL
DOUBLE INSULATION
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power
tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire
grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated
from the internal metal motor components with protecting
insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be
grounded.
WARNING:
The double insulated system is intended to protect
the user from shock resulting from a break in the
tool’s internal wiring. Observe all normal safety
precautions to avoid electrical shock.
NOTE: Servicing of a tool with double insulation requires
extreme care and knowledge of the system and should
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For
service, we suggest you return the tool to your nearest
authorized service center for repair. Always use original
factory replacement parts when servicing.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
This product has a precision-built electric motor. It should
be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60 Hz,
AC only (normal household current). Do not operate this
tool on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will
cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If your
tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet, doublecheck the power supply.
EXTENSION CORDS
When using a power tool at a considerable distance from
a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has
the capacity to handle the current the tool will draw. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in
overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine
the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only
round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories
(UL) should be used.
When working outdoors with a tool, use an extension
cord that is designed for outside use. This type of cord is
designated with “WA” or “W” on the cord’s jacket.
Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or
exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.
**Ampere rating (on tool data plate)
0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0
Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)
25' 16 16 16 16 14 14
50' 16 16 16 14 14 12
100' 16 16 14 12 10 —
**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.
NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge
WARNING:
Keep the extension cord clear of the working area.
Position the cord so that it will not get caught on
lumber, tools or other obstructions while you are
working with a power tool. Failure to do so can
result in serious personal injury.
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WARNING:
Check extension cords before each use. If
damaged replace immediately. Never use tool with
a damaged cord since touching the damaged area
could cause electrical shock resulting in serious
injury.
FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Belt Size ..........................................................3 in. x 18 in.
Sanding Surface ............................................... 17.5 sq. in.
No Load Speed ...................................... 400 - 950 ft./min.
Input ...............................120 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 6.5 Amps
Net Weight .............................................................. 5.8 lbs.
KNOW YOUR BELT SANDER
See Figure 1, page 14.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
BELT TENSION RELEASE LEVER
The tension release lever aids in quick and easy belt
changes.
DUST BAG
The dust bag attaches to the sander and keeps dust to a
minimum.
ERGONOMIC DESIGN
The design provides for easy handling. It is designed for
comfort and ease of operation in different positions and at
different angles.
ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product has been shipped completely assembled.
Carefully remove the product and any accessories from
the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list
are included.
LOCK-ON BUTTON
The lock-on feature allows you to lock the switch trigger in
the ON position. Locking the switch trigger on allows you to
operate the sander for extended periods of time.
SWITCH TRIGGER
To turn the sander ON, depress the switch trigger. Release
switch trigger to turn your sander OFF.
TRACKING SCREW
The tracking screw allows you to easily adjust the belt
tracking.
VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL DIAL
The variable speed control feature allows the sander to
develop a no load speed that can be adjusted from 400
to 950 feet/min. by rotating the dial from A (slowest) to F
(fastest).
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate
this product until the parts are replaced. Use of
this product with damaged or missing parts could
result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not use this product if it is not completely
assembled or if any parts appear to be missing
or damaged. Use of a product that is not properly
and completely assembled could result in serious
personal injury.
Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage
or damage occurred during shipping.
Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully
inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-866-539-1710 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Variable Speed Belt Sander
Dust Collection Bag
Sanding Belt
Operator’s Manual
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WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create
accessories not recommended for use with this
product. Any such alteration or modification is
misuse and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not connect to power supply until assembly
is complete. Failure to comply could result in
accidental starting and possible serious personal
injury.
OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with products to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a
second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
Sanding wood, metals, and plastics
Smoothing rough boards, chamfering, rounding edges
Removing rust, paint, varnishes, and stains
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection marked to comply with
ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects
being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories
not recommended by the manufacturer of this
product. The use of attachments or accessories
not recommended can result in serious personal
injury.
WARNING:
Before connecting the sander to a power supply,
make sure it is not in the locked-on position. Failure
to do so could result in accidental starting of the
tool resulting in serious injury.
MATERIAL
UNDRESSED
LUMBER
A B C D E F 40 60 80 100 150 240
SPEED BELT GRIT
WARNING:
If your sanding job becomes dusty or if you have a
breathing condition, wear a dust mask or respirator
to prevent damage to your health.
SELECTING SANDING BELTS
Selecting the correct size and type of sanding belt is an
important step in achieving a high quality sanded finish. Aluminum oxide, silicon carbide, and other synthetic abrasives
are best for power sanding.
In general, when sanding, coarse grit removes the most material and fine grit produces the best finish. The condition of
the surface to be sanded determines which grit will do the
best job. If the surface is rough, start with a coarse grit and
sand until the surface is uniform. Then use medium grit to
remove scratches left by the coarser grit. Finally, use finer
grit for finishing the surface. Always continue sanding with
each grit until the surface is uniform.
SETTING THE BELT SANDER SPEED
Refer to the chart below for belt sander speed selections.
SOFTWOOD
CHIPBOARD
LUMBER
RUST REMOVAL
PAINTED SURFACE
NON-FERROUS
METAL
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OPERATION
VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL DIAL
See Figure 2, page 14.
The sander has a variable speed control dial, A (slowest)
to F (fastest), designed to allow operator control of belt
speed. To increase belt speed, turn the variable speed
control dial to a higher setting. Turn to a lower setting to
decrease belt speed. Refer to the chart on page 9 for proper
speed selections.
PROPER HAND PLACEMENT
See Figure 3, page 14.
The front and rear handles allow two-handed operation
which aids in maintaining control, keeping sander level
with workpiece, and keeping hands clear of sanding belt.
When carrying or operating the sander always hold the front
handle with the left hand and the rear handle with the right
hand as shown.
WARNING:
Keep hands and fingers clear of moving sanding
belt, front pulley, and drive roller assembly. Failure
to do so will result in the sanding of the hands or
fingers possibly causing serious injury.
WARNING:
Keep hands and fingers clear of front roller and
spring mechanism at all times. Failure to do so
could result in fingers getting pinched, causing
possible serious injury.
Belt tension must be released in order to install and remove
sanding belt:
Release belt tension by lifting tension release lever.
Install sanding belt; make sure arrow inside of belt is
pointing in the direction of rotation, which is clockwise
when looking into open side of sander.
NOTE: Match the arrow on the sanding belt to that of the
housing.
CAUTION:
If the sanding belt is not a bidirectional belt,
ensure that the arrow inside the belt is pointing
in the direction of the rotation (clockwise when
looking into the open side of the sander). Installing
unidirectional sanding belts backwards can create
a hazardous condition.
WARNING:
Do not let your fingers rest over the front or right
edge of the sander. If the sanding belt were to run
off, or if it were not properly adjusted, your fingers
could come in contact with the moving sanding
belt resulting in possible serious injury.
TURNING ON/OFF THE SANDER
See Figure 4, page 14.
To turn on the sander: Depress the switch trigger.
To turn off the sander: Release the switch trigger.
SOFT START FEATURE
Soft start is a feature whereby the motor gradually ramps
up to the selected top speed. For example, when a speed
is selected with the speed limiting dial and the sander is
stopped and then activated again, the sander will gradually
ramp up to the previous speed setting once the switch trigger
is pressed again.
TO INSTALL/CHANGE SANDING BELT
See Figures 5 - 6, page 14.
Unplug the sander.
Position sander as shown.
Align the sanding belt to its correct position.
Lower tension release lever to secure the sanding belt.
NOTE: This sander is equipped with automatic tracking,
which in most instances will cause the sanding belt to remain
centered. If the sanding belt does not stay in the center area,
manual adjustment of the belt tracking may be necessary.
To manually adjust, see Manually Adjusting Sanding Belt
Tracking in the Adjustments section of this manual.
LOCKING ON THE SANDER
See Figure 7, page 15.
The lock-on feature allows you to lock the switch trigger in
the ON position. Locking the switch trigger on allows you to
operate the sander for extended periods of time.
If you have the lock-on feature engaged during use and the
sander is accidentally disconnected from the power supply,
disengage the lock-on feature immediately. Also, do not
lock the switch trigger if you might need to suddenly stop
the sander.
To lock-on the sander:
Depress the switch trigger.
Push in the lock-on button.
Release the switch trigger.
Release the lock-on button.
NOTE: To release the lock, depress and release the switch
trigger.
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OPERATION
OPERATING THE SANDER
See Figure 8, page 15.
Clamp or otherwise secure the work to prevent it from
moving under the sander.
WARNING:
Unsecured work could be thrown back toward
operator causing injury.
Before placing sander on work surface, squeeze the switch
trigger and let the motor reach its maximum speed, then
lower the sander to the work surface with a slight forward
motion. Using the rear handle to control the sander and the
front handle only to guide it, move it slowly over the work.
Allowing the sander to remain in one place will result in an
uneven surface.
WARNING:
Keep a firm grip on sander with both hands at all
times. Failure to do so could result in loss of control
leading to possible serious injury.
The sander was designed to provide the proper weight on
the sanding belt.
Excessive pressure will result in the following:
Uneven work.
Clogged sanding belts.
Premature sanding belt wear. Removal rate will not
increase.
Motor damage.
Irregular sanding belt tracking.
NOTE: If the sanding belt moves while sanding, you may
be applying too much pressure. When this occurs, remove
sander from workpiece. If belt tracking is properly adjusted,
sanding belt will return to its normal and correct position on
the drive roller and front roller.
Use a coarser belt when heavy sanding is desired, not
heavy pressure. The importance of this cannot be overemphasized. Weight has been built into the tool to give the
most efficient pressure at the proper location.
NOTE: The front roller of the sander was not designed for
contour sanding. Sanding on the front roller could cause
irregularity in sanding belt tracking and will damage the
front roller.
CAUTION:
Sanding on the front roller may cause the tool to
kickback toward the operator, creating a risk of
possible injury.
WARNING:
The sander is designed to be operated as shown
in Figure 8, page 15 with both hands on the tool at
all times for maximum control. Never operate the
tool overhead or inverted from the proper operating
position; serious personal injury may result.
WARNING:
Do not use the dust collection bag when sanding
metal. Using the dust collection bag when sanding
metal creates a fire hazard, which could damage
the tool and lead to serious personal injury.
DUST BAG
See Figure 9, page 15.
The dust bag provides a dust collection system for the
sander. It should be installed over the exhaust hole located
on the side of the sander. For more efficient operation, empty
dust bag when half full.
Do not connect sander to power supply before installing
dust bag.
To install/remove dust bag:
Unplug the sander.
Place the opening of dust bag over dust exhaust of the
sander.
EMPTYING THE DUST BAG
See Figure 10, page 15.
For more efficient operation, empty dust bag when no more
than half full. This will permit the air to flow through the bag
better. Always empty and clean the dust bag thoroughly
upon completion of a sanding operation and before placing
the sander in storage.
WARNING:
Collected sanding dust from sanding surface
coatings such as polyurethanes, linseed oil, etc.,
can self-ignite in the sander dust bag or elsewhere
and cause fire. To reduce the risk of fire, always
empty the dust bag frequently while sanding. Never
store or leave a sander without totally emptying its
dust bag. Also follow the recommendations of the
coatings manufacturers.
To empty the dust bag:
Unplug the sander.
Remove dust bag from sander.
Open zipper.
Shake out dust.
Replace dust bag on sander.
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ADJUSTMENTS
MANUALLY ADJUSTING SANDING BELT
TRACKING
See Figure 11, page 15.
This sander features an automatic tracking system designed
to keep the sanding belt centered. If edge sanding is desired,
manual adjustment of the belt will be necessary.
To manually adjust belt position:
Connect the sander to power supply.
Set the variable speed control dial to the lowest setting
(A).
With sander positioned as shown, pull switch trigger.
NOTE: This position is for adjustments only. Sanding belt
should not be in contact with workpiece or any foreign
objects when making belt tracking adjustments.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard
or cause product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection marked to comply with
ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects
being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.,
come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can
damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may
result in serious personal injury.
Slowly turn the tracking screw clockwise until the sanding
belt is positioned at the edge of the platen. Do not allow
the sanding belt to extend past the edge of the platen.
WARNING:
Keep hands and fingers away from moving
sanding belt. Any part of body coming in contact
with moving sanding belt could result in serious
injury. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry when
operating sander. They could get caught in moving
parts and foreign objects could get thrown from
sander causing injury.
When edge sanding is completed, return the belt to the
default centered position by turn the tracking screw
counterclockwise until the belt is positioned correctly.
Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard,
spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated
wear and possible premature failure because the fiberglass
chips and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes,
commutators, etc. Consequently, we do not recommended
using this tool for extended work on these types of materials.
However, if you do work with any of these materials, it is
extremely important to clean the tool using compressed
air.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient
amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under
normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication
is required.
BRUSH REPLACEMENT
See Figure 12, page 15.
NOTE: This belt sander is equipped with externally
accessible brushes.
Unplug the sander.
WARNING:
Failure to unplug the tool could result in accidental
starting causing possible serious injury.
Remove brush caps (2) using a screwdriver.
Remove brush assemblies (2).
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Check for wear. Replace both brush assemblies when
either has less than 1/4 in. length of carbon remaining.
NOTE: Do not replace one side without replacing the
other.
Reassemble using new brush assemblies. Make sure
curvature of brush matches curvature of motor and that
brush moves freely in brush tube.
Reassemble by reversing the steps listed above.
Tighten all brush caps securely. Do not over tighten.
TIMING BELT REPLACEMENT
See Figure 13, page 15.
Unplug the sander.
Remove dust bag.
Remove sanding belt from sander. Follow instructions on
page 9 to remove sanding belt.
NOTE: Removing sanding belt will simplify the process
of installing a new timing belt.
Remove belt cover screw and belt cover.
Force old timing belt from one of the small pulleys with
a screwdriver and remove it while turning the large
pulley. If it is worn out, simply cut the old timing belt and
remove.
Install new timing belt over large pulley and one of the
small pulleys first.
Press the belt onto the other small pulley, turning the
large pulley as you press the belt on.
Reinstall belt cover and screw.
Tighten screw securely.
Reinstall the sanding belt.
WARNING:
Never attempt to operate the belt sander without
the belt cover in place.
NOTE: FIGURES (ILLUSTRATIONS) START ON PAGE 14
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