7.Place the Spark Shield (43) on the Belt Sander Unit and secure using the Screw (44).

8.Place the Belt Sander on a secure workbench able to carry the weight of the Belt Sander and stock.

9.Attach the vacuum hose (if used) to the 1-3/4 inch vacuum chute. Otherwise, attach a vacuum bag (not supplied) to collect the sanding dust.

10.For added safety and reduced vibration, it is recommended that the Belt Sander be mounted to the workbench with “C” clamps or other appropriate devices.

Operation

Note: The Belt Sander is designed to sand only workpieces made of wood.

Sanding

1.Plug Sander into wall socket (or extension cord) containing grounding prong.

2.Place your safety glasses and full face shield on.

3.Turn on power Switch (19) momentarily to verify that Sander Belt (5) is tracking prop- erly. If belt tracking needs adjustment, turn Belt Sander off and refer to instructions on page 7.

4.If the Sanding Belt (5) is rotating properly with proper tracking, the Belt Sander is ready for use.

5.Turn on power Switch (19).

6.Begin sanding.

Caution: Do not apply so much pressure on object being sanded to stop rotation of sanding belt. Keep fingers away from the sanding belt.

SKU 02485

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

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Harbor Freight Tools 2485 manual Operation, Sanding