SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE
Always disconnect power to the machine before performing maintenance. Failure to do this may result in serious person- al injury.
Schedule
For optimum performance from your machine, follow this maintenance schedule and refer to any specific instructions given in this section.
Before Each Use
•Inspect the sanding drums and sleeves for wear or damage.
•Check for worn or damaged wires.
•Check for any other unsafe condition that could hamper operation of this machine or cause potential injury.
After Each Use
•Turn the sander OFF.
•Clean up any sawdust or particle residue from the machine.
•Protect table.
Monthly Maintenance
•Clean/vacuum dust buildup from inside the sander body and off of the motor.
Cleaning
To clean your machine, vacuum excess wood chips and sawdust, and wipe off any remaining dust with a dry cloth. Sawdust and other particles can also work their way under the table insert, so this area also needs to be cleaned. Sanding sleeves can be cleaned with the
To clean the table:
1.DISCONNECT SANDER FROM POWER.
2.Remove sanding drum and table insert as described in Step 1 of the Sanding Drum Installation instructions on Page 18.
3.Wipe or vacuum out any dust or particles that have accumulated beneath the table insert on the table opening, shown in Figure 18.
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Table Insert | Table Opening | Base Washer |
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| Spindle |
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| Washer |
Sanding Drum | Spindle | |
and Sleeve |
| Hex Nut |
Figure 18. Table insert area.
5.To protect the table from rust, coat the table surface with a quality metal protectant.
Model G0739 (Mfg. Since 2/12) |