MAINTENANCE
General
Regular periodic maintenance on your Model W1688 will ensure its optimum performance. Make a habit of inspecting your machine each time you use it. Check for the following condi- tions and repair or replace when necessary.
1.Loose mounting bolts.
2.Worn switch.
3.Worn or damaged cords and plugs.
4.Damaged sanding belt.
5.Any other condition that could hamper the safe operation of this machine.
Lubrication and
Cleaning
Since all bearings are shielded and permanently lubricated, simply leave them alone until they need to be replaced. Do not lubricate them, as this will only attract dust and cause possible premature bearing failure.
DO NOT oil any exposed areas on the sander. Dust will be attracted to these areas, creating a gummy mixture that can hamper proper move- ment of components.
Figure 56. Routinely clean sanding belts with
PRO-STIK® belt cleaners.
Lubricate exposed areas with dry powdered graphite instead.
Because sanders produce more sawdust than most other woodworking machines, take extra care to vacuum off areas that accumulate saw- dust and abrasive belts. If left to build up, the dust and abrasive belts will contaminate the motor, bearings, and other moving parts of the machine. Eventually the dust and abrasive belts will damage the sander.
If any part of the sander becomes difficult to operate, it is most likely caused by an accumu- lation of sawdust. Immediately investigate the area and remove any sawdust. Or contact Woodstock International, Inc. Service and Support at 1-360-734-3482 or send e- mail to: tech-support@shopfox.biz.
Table and Base
Keep the tables and base
Sanding Belts
As sanding belts are used, they will quickly become "loaded" with sawdust. If not removed, this sawdust will harden on the abrasive surface, rendering the belts useless. Routinely clean the sanding belts with a rubber gum abrasive clean- er as shown in Figure 56.
Always discard worn sanding belts. As abrasive belts begin to wear, grit will begin to fall off causing deep gouges in the workpiece. Glue used to hold the grit to the paper will rub off onto the workpiece causing burns and interfer- ence with final finishing.
NOTICE
Contrary to some beliefs, worn abrasive belts are not the equivalent the next finer grit abrasive. Discard worn sanding belts and avoid the temptation to use them beyond their usable life.
MAINTENANCE