Maintenance And

Servicing

Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician.

To prevent serious injury

from accidental operation:

Turn the Trigger of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.

To prevent serious injury from tool failure:

Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.

Cleaning, Maintenance, and

Lubrication

1.BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the tool. Check for loose hardware, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, damaged electrical wiring, dull or damaged Sanding Belt, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation.

2.TO CLEAN: The ventilation openings should be kept clean and free of sawdust and debris. The most effective way to clean the ventilation openings is with compressed air. The outer body may be cleaned with a clean cloth and a mild detergent. Do not use solvents. Do not immerse the Belt Sander in liquid.

3.CARBON BRUSH: To maintain peak efficiency of the Belt Sander’s Motor it is recommended that every two to six months the Carbon Brush (27) be examined.

BRUSH

HOLDER

COVER (28)

Figure D - FRONT VIEW

a. To check the Carbon Brush, remove the Brush Holder Cover (28) located at the front of the Belt Sander.

(See Figure D.)

b. Lift out the Carbon Brush to inspect. The Carbon Brush should be free of dust and dirt. The Carbon Brush should be replaced when it has worn down to 3/16” in length.

c. If cleaning is necessary, rub the Carbon Brush thoroughly with a pencil eraser. Next, clean the Brush Holder opening with compressed air or a clean cloth.

d. Then, replace the Carbon Brush. The Carbon Brush should slide freely in and out of the Brush Holder (25) without sticking. Replace the Brush Holder Cover.

4.WARNING! If the supply cord of this power tool is damaged, it must be replaced only by a qualified service technician.

SKU 90045

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

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Chicago Electric 90045 operating instructions Maintenance Servicing, Cleaning, Maintenance, Lubrication, See Figure D