Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions
Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions
Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the
back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number).
Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference. 17f
1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. 5. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should
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0–6 18 16 16 14 15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing;
when changing accessories, such as
6.1 – 10 18 16 14 12
blades, bits, cutters, and the like.
10.1 – 12 16 16 14 12
12.1 – 16 14 12 Do not use. 16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL
STARTING. Make sure switch is in
off position before plugging in.
9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using 17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy Consult the owner’s manual for recommended
enough to carry the current your product will draw. accessories. The use of improper accessories
An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage may cause risk of injury to persons.
resulting in loss of power and overheating.
Table A shows the correct size to use depending 18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL.
on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or
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If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, should be carefully checked to determine that
or other jewelry which may get caught in moving it will operate properly and perform its intended
parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. function – check for alignment of moving parts,
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant
lenses, they are NOT safety glasses. 20. DIRECTION OF FEED.
Feed work into a blade or cutter against the
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to
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direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
hold work when practical. It’s safer than using your
hand and it frees both hands to operate tool. 21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool
until it comes to a complete stop.
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3. Improper connection of the equipment-grounding 125 VAc 3-prong plug and Outlet
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. (for up to 125 VAc and up to 15 A)
The conductor with insulation having an outer
surface that is green with or without yellow 7. This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has
stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. an outlet that looks like the one illustrated above in
If repair or replacement of the electric cord or 125 VAc 3-prong plug and Outlet. The tool has
plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment- a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated
grounding conductor to a live terminal. above in 125 VAc 3-prong plug and Outlet.
4. Check with a qualified electrician or service 8. The outlet must be properly installed and grounded
personnel if the grounding instructions are in accordance with all codes and ordinances.
not completely understood, or if in doubt as
to whether the tool is properly grounded. 9. Do not use an adapter to connect
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16. Avoid unintentional starting.
11. When servicing use only identical replacement parts. Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.
12. Only use safety equipment that has been approved 17. People with pacemakers should consult their
by an appropriate standards agency. Unapproved physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in
safety equipment may not provide adequate close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause
protection. Eye protection must be ANSI-approved pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.
and breathing protection must be NIOSH-approved
for the specific hazards in the work area. 18. The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all
13. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use possible conditions and situations that may occur.
common sense when operating a power tool. It must be understood by the operator that
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or common sense and caution are factors
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. which cannot be built into this product,
A moment of inattention while operating power but must be supplied by the operator.
tools may result in serious personal injury.
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Vibration Safety
This tool vibrates during use. Repeated or 2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces
long-term exposure to vibration may cause the blood supply to the hands and fingers,
temporary or permanent physical injury, increasing the risk of vibration-related injury.
particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders. To
reduce the risk of vibration-related injury: 3. Use tools with the lowest vibration when there
is a choice between different processes.
1. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for an
extended period should first be examined by a 4. Include vibration-free periods each day of work.
doctor and then have regular medical check-ups
5. Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still keeping
to ensure medical problems are not being caused
safe control of it). Let the tool do the work.
or worsened from use. Pregnant women or
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people who have impaired blood circulation to 6. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as
the hand, past hand injuries, nervous system explained in this manual. If any abnormal
disorders, diabetes, or Raynaud’s Disease should vibration occurs, stop use immediately.
not use this tool. If you feel any medical or
physical symptoms related to vibration (such as
tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers),
seek medical advice as soon as possible.
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.
Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages,
refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.
Assembly/Mounting
Feet placement Install Disc cover
1. Carefully set the Belt/Disc Sander on its side. 1. Set the Belt/Disc Sander on its feet.
2. Press Rubber Feet (28) over the four corner 2. Attach the Disc Cover (8) to the Sander
lips of the Base. Refer to Figure A. using three M4 x 8 Screws (7) and Flat
Washers (2). Refer to Figure B.
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Figure B
1. Slide the Backing Disc (5) onto the Drive Axle (54).
The Set Screw (6) must face the flat surface of the
Set Screw (6)
Drive Axle. Refer to Figure C.
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Note: For clarity, installed Disc Cover is not shown.
Figure c
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Install Front cover
1. Remove four M4 x 12 Screws (1) and 2. Attach the Front Cover (3) to the Disc Cover
Flat Washers (2) from the bottom of the using the four M4 x 12 Screws and Flat Washers.
Disc Cover (8). Refer to Figure D. Refer to the completed assembly in Figure E.
Disc cover (8) Disc cover (8)
Backing
Disc (5)
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Front
cover (3)
Figure E
Functions
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Belt
Sanding Belt
Adjustment
Knob
Fence
Belt Tension
Handle
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Sanding
Disc
Table
Miter Gauge
Switch with
Safety Key
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Figure G
Safety Switch
Insert the Safety Key into the Switch. This “Key” is a safety precaution and should remain in the Switch during use
and be removed after Switch is turned off and/or any time the Belt/Disc Sander is left unattended or in storage.
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.
Tool Set Up
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Turn the power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet
before performing any procedure in this section.
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Pivot Indicator (70) into the Bar Holder
(74). Refer to Figure H.
Tighten two Set pivot
Screws (6) Indicator (70)
Bolt (71),
Flat Washer (26)
and Lock
Washer (27)
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Figure I
Table Bar (72)
Table (69)
Angle 6. Slide the Supporting Shaft (76) into Bar Holder (74).
Adjusting Align the flat face of the Supporting Shaft with
Knob (75) Set Screws and tighten securely. Refer to Figure J.
Flat Washer (26)
7. Slide the Supporting Shaft (76) into the hole
on side of Machine Body (33) and tighten
Bolt (32). Refer to Figure G on page 8.
pivot
Bar Holder (74) Indicator (70)
Figure H
Bar Holder
2. Insert free end of Table Bar into two Mounting
(74)
Supports on bottom of Table. Tighten the
two Set Screws (6). Refer to Figure H.
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Note: The Table (69) may be used for both 2. Set Belt/Disc Sander in vertical position by
horizontal and vertical operations. loosening both Nuts (22). Raise the Belt Support
Housing (52). When it is vertical, wrench tighten
1. Remove Table from Machine Body (33) by loosening both Nuts securely to prevent the Belt Support
Bolt (32) and sliding Supporting Shaft (76) out. Housing from slipping. Refer to Figure K.
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Belt Sander
(62)
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Table (69)
Figure K Figure L
Note: For these instructions and “General 2. If the Table is not 90° to the sanding disc pad,
Operating Instructions” on following pages, refer loosen the Angle Adjusting Knob and tilt the
to Figure G on page 8 of this manual. Table until it is square with the sanding disc.
Tighten the Angle Adjusting Knob.
1. Loosen the Angle Adjusting Knob (75) on the
Pivot Indicator (70). Place a combination 3. Loosen Screw (29) holding the Angle Pointer (73)
square (not supplied) on the Table (69) so that and adjust it to point to 90°. Tighten the Screw.
the combination square touches the sanding
disc. If the Table is 90° to the sanding disc,
the table is level. Always maintain a maximum
of 1/16" clearance between the Table and the
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1. With the Belt/Disc Sander turned off, 3. Turn the Belt Adjustment Knob (49) until
manually move the Sanding Belt. the belt rides the center of the Rear
Roller (56) and the Front Roller (44).
2. If the belt starts moving to the side of
either roller, it needs to be adjusted. 4. Move the Sanding Belt manually after
adjustment to assure proper alignment.
Note: Before using the Sanding Disc the first 2. Peel off old Sanding Disc.
time, wipe down the Backing Disc with denatured
alcohol (shellac thinner). This will clean the surface, 3. Align perimeter of new Sanding Disc
leave no residue and assure a secure bond. over the Backing Disc (5) and press
firmly onto the Backing Disc.
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1. Remove the Table (69) if it is mounted
in front of the Sanding Disc.
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General Operating Instructions
1. Make sure that the Switch is in the off-position, 5. Use two hands and hold workpiece securely
then plug in the tool. against the fence/table at all times. Press the
workpiece against the belt/disc to start sanding.
2. Insert Safety Key into Switch. Keep the workpiece moving for a better finish.
3. Make sure nothing is contacting the Sanding 6. After use, turn off the tool, remove the
Disc or Belt, then turn on the Switch. Safety Key from the Switch, and disconnect
from the power supply. Clean and store
4. When using the Disc Sander, only use the LEFT
the tool indoors out of children's reach.
side of the Sanding Disc (as you face it) to sand.
The Sanding Disc turns counterclockwise and
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using the right side could cause kickback.
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2. Remove Upper Guard Plate (58) by 7. Replace the Lower Guard Plate and
unscrewing four Screws (7). tighten the four Screws securely.
3. Remove the Lower Guard Plate (60) by 8. Replace the Upper Guard Plate
unscrewing the four Screws (7) that hold and tighten the four Screws.
it to the Belt Support Housing (52).
9. Push the Belt Tension Handle to
4. Slide the old Sanding Belt off the the rear to tighten the belt.
Rear Roller (56) and Front Roller (44).
10. Before using, manually check the new
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5. Replace with a 4" x 36" Sanding Belt with the belt for alignment. See instructions in the
correct grit for the project you are working on. “General Operating” section of this manual.
Note: The larger the grit number, the smaller
the grain. Use small numbered grits for cutting
and larger for smoothing and finishing.
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6. Replace Outer Pulley Cover.
3. Once the Outer Pulley Cover is removed, Tighten Screws and Washers.
the V-Belt (12) is accessible.
WARNING! If the supply cord of this
4. Remove the V-Belt using a flat screwdriver power tool is damaged, it must be replaced
(not supplied). Place the tip of the screwdriver only by a qualified service technician.
between the Motor Pulley (13) and the V-Belt
while turning the V-Belt by hand. As it turns,
the V-Belt will ride up and out of the Motor
Pulley groove. Once off the Motor Pulley, lift
the V-Belt off of the Spindle Pulley (14).
V-Belt Tensioning
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1. Remove Set Screws (6) and 4. Place a straight edge on the faces of
pull off Backing Disc (5). the two pulleys to ascertain alignment.
Contact surfaces of the pulleys and the straight
2. Remove four Screws (11) and Washers (10) edge must fully touch. Fully tighten the Nuts.
from Outer Pulley Cover (9).
5. Replace Outer Pulley Cover and
3. Loosen four motor mount Nuts (22) and slide the tighten Screws and Washers.
Motor (40) further forward towards Front Roller (44), Replace Backing Disc and tighten Set Screws.
making sure to pull evenly on the motor.
While holding the Motor in its current
position, tighten the Nuts.
Troubleshooting
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problem possible causes Likely Solutions
Belt/Disc Sander 1. Not plugged in. 1. Plug in Sander.
does not turn on 2. No power at outlet. 2. Check power at outlet and/or circuit breaker.
3. Safety Key not inserted into Switch. 3. Insert Safety Key into Switch.
4. Switch is not turned “ON”. 4. Turn on the Switch.
Motor slows 1. V-Belt too tight. 1. Have the V-Belt adjusted by a qualified technician.
when sanding 2. Applying too much pressure 2. Use less pressure.
while sanding
Wood burns 1. Sanding disc or belt may be 1. Clean or replace disc or belt using
while sanding loaded with dirt or debris. instructions in this manual.
2. Too much pressure. 2. Use less pressure.
parts List
part Description Qty part Description Qty
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Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,
and are not available individually as replacement parts.
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Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards,
and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper
installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries
to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of
our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges
prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise.
If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may
elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.