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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions
Belt/Disc Sander
does not turn on
Not plugged in.1.
No power at outlet.2.
Orange Plastic Key not inserted 3.
into Magnetic Switch (31).
Switch is not turned “ON”.4.
Plug in Sander.1.
Check power at outlet and/or circuit breaker.2.
Insert Orange Plastic Key into Magnetic 3.
Switch (31).
Turn on the Switch.4.
Motor slows when
sanding
V-Belt too tight.1.
Applying too much pressure 2.
while sanding
1.
technician.
Use less pressure.2.
Wood burns while
sanding
Sanding disc or belt may be 1.
loaded with dirt or debris.
Too much pressure.2.
Clean or replace disc or belt using 1.
instructions in this manual.
Use less pressure.2.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect power supply before service.
V-Belt Replacement
V-Belt Tensioning
Should the V-belt need tensioning, repeat steps 1 and 2, in V-belt Replacement
section mentioned previously.
1. oosen four Motor Mount Nuts (22) and slide the Motor (40) further forward
towards Front Roller (44), making sure to pull evenly on the motor. While holding
the motor in its current position, tighten the Nuts (22).
Place a straight edge on the faces of the two pulleys to ascertain alignment. 2.
Contact surfaces of the pulleys and the straight edge shall fully touch. Fully tighten
the Nuts (22).
Repeat steps 2 and 1 in the V-Belt Replacement section.3.