ADJUSTMENTS
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Figure 34. Straight edge across the rollers and
touching the platen graphite pad.
Figure 33. Platen and retaining bolts.
Platen-to-RollerAlignment
The platen-to-roller alignment for your Model
W1688 Edge Sander has been setup at the facto-
ry; however, due to shipping or long use of the
sander, the platen-to-roller alignment can
change. You can compensate for this normal
condition by adjusting the platen toward a
straight edge set across the rollers.
To adjust the platen-to-roller alignment, do
these steps:
1. Unplug the edge sander.
2. Remove the sanding belt as outlined on Page 16.
3. With the sander unplugged, loosen the two
3⁄8"-16 X 1" hex bolts. See Figure 33.
4. Set a straightedge across the rollers and slide
the platen toward the straightedge so the
platen graphite pad is against the straight-
edge at both ends. See Figure 34.
5. Slide the platen outward until there is a gap
of 1⁄16" between the rollers and the straight-
edge. See Figure 34.
6. Tighten the two 3⁄8"-16 X 1" hex bolts.
7. Install the sanding belt as outlined on Page 16.
Keep your machine
unplugged during all
assembly, adjustments,
or maintenance proce-
dures. Otherwise serious
personal injury may
occur!
NOTICE
DO NOT adjust the platen so the platen
graphite pad is more than 1⁄16"past the
rollers. Otherwise, the belt and graphite pad
can make excessive heat and wear prema-
turely.
Gap Between Rollers
and Straight Edge
is 1⁄16"
Platen Graphite
Pad
Platen Mount
Hex Bolts