Harbor Freight Tools 97181 manual Functions, Operating Instructions

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Functions

This Belt/Disc Sander can be used for rough or smooth sanding. It has an adjustable belt platform for sanding both inside or outside curves. It can be used to sand both curved and/or flat projects. The included Table (69) tilts from 0° to 60° and can be repositioned to use with sanding belts or discs. There is a Miter Gauge (65) for precise angle sanding.

Operating Instructions

Read the entire Important Safety Information section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

Work Piece and Work Area Set Up

1.Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit. The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent injury and distraction.

2.Route the power cord along a safe route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the power cord to possible damage. The power cord must reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working.

Leveling the Table

NOTE: For these instructions and “General Operating Instructions” on following pages, refer to Figure 8 on page 17 of this manual.

1.Loosen the Angle Adjusting Knob (75) on the Pivot Indicator (70). Place a combination square (not supplied) on

the Table (69) so that the combination square touches the sanding disc. If the Table (69) is 90° to the sanding disc, the table is level. Tighten the Angle Adjusting Knob (75).

2.If the Table (69) is not 90° to the sanding disc pad, loosen the Angle Adjusting Knob (75) and tilt the Table

(69)until it is square with the sanding disc. Tighten the Angle Adjusting Knob (75).

3.Loosen Screw (29) holding the Angle

Pointer (73) and adjust it so that it points to 90°. Tighten the Screw (29).

General Operating Instructions

1.Insert Orange Plastic Key into Magnetic Switch (31). This “Key” is a safety precaution and should remain in the Magnetic Switch during use and be removed after Magnetic Switch (31) is turned off and/or any time the Belt/Disc Sander is left unattended or it is in storage.

Adjusting the Sanding Belt

Tracking

1.With the Belt/Disc Sander turned off, manually move the sanding belt.

2.If the belt looks like it is going to slide off either roller, it needs to be adjusted.

3.Turn the Belt Adjustment Knob (49) until the belt rides the center of the Rear Roller (56) and the Front Roller (44).

4.Move the sanding belt manually after adjustment to assure proper alignment.

SKU 97181

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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Contents 6 belt/disc sander Contents Work area safety General Safety RulesSave This Manual Personal safety Electrical safetyPower tool use and care Vibration Hazard ServiceV e t h e s e instructions Specific Safety RulesProng Plugs GroundingExtension Cords OutletSee Table a Symbology25’ 50’ 75’ Initial Set Up Instructions SpecificationsAssembly Feet PlacementMounting Table for use as Disc Sander Mounting Aluminum DiscMounting Table for use as Belt Sander See Figures 6 Mounting Stop PlateOperating Instructions FunctionsCleaning, Maintenance, Lubrication Maintenance ServicingMounting Sanding Discs Belt Replacement Sanding Belt ReplacementPort 59 after cleaning and tighten Screw Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions TroubleshootingBelt Tensioning Record Product’s Serial Number Here Please Read the Following CarefullyPart Description ’ty Parts ListAssembly Diagram Limited 1 year / 90 Day warranty