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G0644 15" Open-End Wide Belt Sander
Test Run
Once the assembly is complete, test run your
machine to make sure it runs properly and is
ready for regular operation.
The test run consists of verifying the following:
1) The motors power up and run correctly, 2) the
EMERGENCY STOP button safety feature works
correctly, and 3) the conveyor switch disabling
mechanism works correctly.
If, during the test run, you cannot easily locate
the source of an unusual noise or vibration,
stop using the machine immediately, then review
Troubleshooting on Page 28.
If you cannot find a remedy, contact our Tech
Support at (570) 546-9663 for assistance.
To test run the machine:
1. Read and follow the safety instructions at the
beginning of the manual, and make sure the
machine is setup properly.
2. Clear away all tools and objects used during
setup.
3. Connect a compressed air source to the air
regulator, and set the air pressure dial at 57
PSI.
4. Confirm the sanding belt is installed, tensioned
properly (refer to Sanding Belt Replacement
on Page 20 for detailed instructions), and
the sanding belt access door is closed and
secured.
5. Connect the machine to the power source—
the Power Light lamp should light.
6. Push the EMERGENCY STOP button in,
then twist it clockwise so it pops out. When
the button pops out, the switch is reset and
ready for operation (see
Figure 15).
Figure 15. Resetting the EMERGENCY STOP
switch.
7. Push the Sanding Motor ON button.
—When operating correctly, the machine
runs smoothly with little or no vibration or
rubbing noises.
— Investigate and correct strange or unusual
noises or vibrations before operating the
machine further. Always disconnect the
machine from power when investigating or
correcting potential problems.
Note: You will hear a metallic "thump" when
the sanding belt changes oscillation direction.
This noise is normal.
8. Press the EMERGENCY STOP button to
stop the machine.
9. WITHOUT resetting the switch, press the
Sanding Motor ON button. The machine
should not start.
—If the machine does not start, the
EMERGENCY STOP button safety feature
is working correctly.
—If the machine does start (with the stop
button pushed in), immediately disconnect
power to the machine. The EMERGENCY
STOP button safety feature is not working
correctly. This safety feature must work
properly before proceeding with the rest of
the test run. Call Tech Support for help.
10. Reset the EMERGENCY STOP button and
turn the sanding motor
ON.
Note: The sanding motor must be ON before
the conveyor can be started.