W1751 25"
General Operation
OPERATIONS
Your sander will perform many types of operations that are beyond the scope of this manual. If performed incor- rectly, sanding operations can be dangerous or deadly.
The instructions in this section are written with the understanding that the operator has the necessary knowl- edge and skills to operate this machine. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing any oper- ation, or you are inexperienced with this machine, stop using the machine and consult your supervisor for help!
If you are an inexperienced operator, we strongly rec- ommend that you read books, trade articles, or seek training from an experienced wide belt sander operator before performing any unfamiliar operations. Above all, your safety should come first!
Test Run
Once assembly is complete, the machine is ready for a test run. The purpose of a test run is to identify any unusual noises and vibrations, as well as to confirm that the machine emergency stop system is performing as intended.
To complete the test run, do these steps:
1.Tie back loose clothing and hair, and make sure all access doors and handles are secured.
2.Turn the sander and conveyor belt ON.
3.Using the start and stop buttons on the control panel, cycle through sanding and conveyor functions.
4.Listen for any unusual noises. A slow, rhythmic air hiss is normal. The machine should run smoothly with little or no vibrations.
5.Push the emergency stop panel to test the emergency stop system, and the sander should stop almost immediately.
REMEMBER, this machine produces fine sawdust particles that can be inhaled, causing allergic reactions or respiratory problems. ALWAYS wear your respirator regardless if you use a dust collection system. Dust collectors do not adequately protect your lungs.
NOTICE
If you must use the emergency stop panel to stop the sander, you may hear the belts squeal, and smell a burnt rubber odor coming from the right side of the sander. The noise and smell is a normal result because the brake aggressively stops the sander. Only use the emergency push panel to stop the sander in an emergency situation. Do not use it for normal shutdown. If you do, you will wear out the belts, brake pads, caliper, and rotor very quickly.