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Handy Hints
• Always start your belt sander before it is in contact with the workpiece and do not switch it
off until after it has been lifted from the workpiece.
• Always hold your belt sander with two hands.
• Where possible, clamp the workpiece to a work bench or similar sturdy surface.
• Use the correct grit sanding belt for your application. The following is a suggested list of
belt grits to use with different materials.
MATERIAL BELT GRIT
Solid Wood 80
Veneer 150
Chipboard 60/80
Plastics 100
Steel 80 (remove dust bag)
Paint Removal 40/60
Balsa Wood 100
Acrylic 100
Tool Care And Maintenance
Never apply excessive force when you use your belt sander. Too much force can result in an
overload and cause damage to the motor or the workpiece. If your belt sander becomes too
hot, operate it without load for 2 minutes. Always keep the air cooling vents clear. To clean
your belt sander, proceed as follows:
WARNING: To prevent accidental operation, turn off and unplug sander before
performing the following operations. Failure to do this could result in serious
personal injury.
• Use a clean dry paint brush to clear vents and ducts.
• Clean the housings using a clean damp cloth (do not use solvents, gas or turpentine.)
IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustment should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service
personnel, always using identical replacement parts.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution
• Unit will not start. • Cord not plugged in. • Plug tool into a working
outlet.
• Circuit fuse is blown. • Replace circuit fuse.
(If the product repeatedly
causes the circuit fuse to
blow, discontinue use
immediately and have it
serviced at a Black &
Decker service center or
authorized servicer.)
• Circuit breaker is tripped. • Reset circuit breaker.
(If the product repeatedly
causes the circuit breaker
to trip, discontinue use
immediately and have it
serviced at a Black &
Decker service center or
authorized servicer.)
• Cord or switch is damaged. • Have cord or switch
replaced at Black &
Decker Service Center or
Authorized Servicer.
For assistance with your product, visit our website www.blackanddecker.com for the
location of the service center nearest you or call the BLACK & DECKER help line at
1-800-544-6986.
Accessories
Use only 3 in. x 18 in. (75 x 457mm) sanding belts. Recommended accessories for use with
your tool are available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center. If
you need assistance in locating any accessory for your tool, please call 1-800-544-6986.
CAUTION: The use of any other accessory not recommended for use with this tool could
be hazardous.
Service Information
Black & Decker offers a full network of company-owned and authorized service locations
throughout North America. All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained
personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service.
Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact
the Black & Decker location nearest you. To find your local service location, refer to the
yellow pages directory under “Tools—Electric” or call: 1-800-544-6986.
Full Two-Year Home Use Warranty
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in material
or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of
two ways.
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from
whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be
made within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after
the sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their specific
return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.
The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker owned or
authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may
be required. Black & Decker owned and authorized Service Centers are listed under “Tools-
Electric” in the yellow pages of the phone directory.
This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights
and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Should you have any
questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center. This
product is not intended for commercial use.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are
missing, call 1-800-544-6986 for a free replacement.
Extension Cords
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord
length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the
gage number, the heavier the cord.
SYMBOLS
The label on your tool may include the following symbols.
V ............... volts A ............ amperes
Hz ............. hertzW ...........watts
min ............ minutes .........alternating current
.......... direct current
n
o ..........no load speed
............
Class II Construction
......... earthing terminal
............. safetyalertsymbol.../min ........ revolutions or
reciprocations per minute
Safety Warnings and Instructions: Sanders
• ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND RESPIRATORY PROTECTION.
• Clean your tool out periodically.
Other Important Safety Warnings and Instructions
Sanding
Lead Base Paint
Sanding of lead based paint is NOT RECOMMENDED due to the difficulty of controlling the
contaminated dust. The greatest danger of lead poisoning is to children and pregnant women.
Since it is difficult to identify whether or not a paint contains lead without a chemical
analysis, we recommend the following precautions when sanding any paint:
Personal Safety
• No children or pregnant women should enter the work area where the paint sanding is
being done until all clean up is completed.
• A dust mask or respirator should be worn by all persons entering the work area. The filter
should be replaced daily or whenever the wearer has difficulty breathing.
NOTE: Only those dust masks suitable for working with lead paint dust and fumes should
be used. Ordinary painting masks do not offer this protection. See your local hardware
dealer for the proper (NIOSH approved) mask.
• NO EATING, DRINKING or SMOKING should be done in the work area to prevent
ingesting contaminated paint particles. Workers should wash and clean up BEFORE
eating, drinking or smoking. Articles of food, drink, or smoking should not be left in the
work area where dust would settle on them.
Environmental Safety
• Paint should be removed in such a manner as to minimize the amount of dust generated.
• Areas where paint removal is occurring should be sealed with plastic sheeting of 4 mils
thickness.
• Sanding should be done in a manner to reduce tracking of paint dust outside the work area.
Cleaning And Disposal
• All surfaces in the work area should be vacuumed and thoroughly cleaned daily for the
duration of the sanding project. Vacuum filter bags should be changed frequently.
• Plastic drop cloths should be gathered up and disposed of along with any dust chips or
other removal debris. They should be placed in sealed refuse receptacles and disposed of
through regular trash pick-up procedures. During clean up, children and pregnant women
should be kept away from the immediate work area.
• All toys, washable furniture and utensils used by children should be washed thoroughly
before being used again.
Motor
Be sure your power supply agrees with nameplate marking. 120 Volts AC only means your
tool will operate on standard 60 Hz household power. Do not operate AC tools on DC. A
rating of 120 volts AC/DC means that your tool will operate on standard 60 Hz AC or DC
power. This information is printed on the nameplate. Lower voltage will cause loss of power
and can result in over-heating. All Black & Decker tools are factory-tested; if this tool does
not operate, check the power supply.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Adjustments
WARNING: To prevent accidental operation, turn off and unplug sander before
performing the following operations. Failure to do this could result in serious
personal injury.
Adjusting The Sanding Belt Tracking
Your belt sander has an automatic sanding belt tracking device. No adjustment is required.
Changing The Sanding Belt - Figure 1 & 2
WARNING: To prevent accidental operation, turn off and unplug sander before
changing the sanding belt.
Pull the lever shown in Figure 1 to release the tension on the sanding belt. Pull the sanding
belt from the two rollers. Put the new 3 in. x 18 in. (75 x 457mm) sanding belt in position on
the front and rear rollers (Figure 2). Ensure that the arrows on the sanding belt and on your
belt sander are pointing in the same direction. Push the lever to the rear to tension the
sanding belt. Warning: To reduce the risk of injury, make sure belt is installed with arrows in
proper direction of rotation. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, make sure belt is
installed with arrows in proper direction of rotation. Failure to do this could result in the belt
unraveling creating a hazardous condition.
Dust Collection - Figure 3
WARNING: To prevent accidental operation, turn off and unplug sander before
installing the dust bag.
When using your belt sander, dust and grit are produced. It is important to use a dust bag.
Connect the dust bag by sliding the plastic opening of the bag down over the dust exhaust
port of the sander as shown in Figure 3. To empty the dust bag, remove it from the sander
and unzip the bag over a trash container.
Note: A vacuum cleaner attachment is available as a service part at extra cost. To find your
nearest Black & Decker Service Center location, refer to the yellow pages directory under
“Tools—Electric” or call: 1-800-54-HOW-TO (544-6986).
WARNING: Fire hazard. Collected sanding dust from sanding surface coatings
(polyurethane, linseed oil, etc.) can self-ignite in sander dust bag or elsewhere and
cause re. To reduce risk, empty bag frequently and strictly follow sander manual and
coating manufacturer’s instructions.
WARNING: Fire hazard. When sanding wood that could contain nails or when
sanding metal surfaces, do not use the dust bag or a vacuum cleaner because
sparks are generated. Wear safety glasses and a dust mask. Due to the danger of fire,
do not use your belt sander to sand magnesium surfaces. Do not use for wet sanding.
Operation
Using Your Belt Sander - Figure 4
Always hold belt sander firmly with both hands while sanding as shown in Figure 4.
WARNING: Severe abrasion hazard. Always hold the belt sander with one hand on
the switch handle and the other hand on the front handle. Never operate the belt
sander in an inverted stationary position as shown in gure 4a.
Switch - Figure 5 & 6
To start your belt sander, depress the on/off switch as shown in Figure 5. To stop your
belt sander release the on/off switch. For continuous operation, depress the on/off switch
then depress the lock-on button (Figure 6) and release the on/off switch. To stop your belt
sander, depress the on/off switch to release the lock-on button. Release the on/off switch.
See ‘Tools-
Electric’
– Yellow Pages –
for Service &
Sales
Black & Decker (U.S.)
Inc.,
701 E. Joppa Rd.
Towson, MD 21286
U.S.A.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
(0-7,6m) (7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m)
240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300
(0-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-60,9m) (60,9-91,4m)
Ampere Rating
More Not more American Wire Gage
Than Than
0 - 6 18 16 16 14
6 - 10 18 16 14 12
10 - 12 16 16 14 12
12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended