Operation
This section defines the controls and other features with which the operator should be familiar. Refer to Figures 3 and 4 for some typical sander operations.
Figure 3. Contouring with Belt Sander
Figure 4. Sanding using Disc Sander
Controls
The ON/OFF switch is located on the side of the machine base (refer to Figure 5).
Figure 5. ON/OFF Switch
Miter Gauge
A miter gauge is provided with the machine and can be used on either the belt sander of disc sander work tables. The angle of the miter gauge can be adjusted up to 45 degrees to accommodate angular work piece surfaces.
Adjustments
Adjusting Belt Tracking
The tracking of the sanding belt may require adjust- ment after changing the belt. The belt housing has a tracking adjustment mechanism (Figure 6) that is used to adjust tracking.
1.Start the machine.
2.Check tracking of the sanding belt. The belt should track at the center of the drums.
3.Adjust belt tracking by turning the adjustment knob. Turn the knob as needed to correct the tracking of the belt.
Belt should track at center of drums; no
Belt Tracking
Adjustment Knob
Belt Tensioning
Lever
Figure 6. Adjusting Belt Tracking
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