4IN. x 36IN. BELT/6IN. DISC SANDER
OWNER’S MANUAL
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
SYMPTOM
The Belt Sander does not
turn on.
The Motor slows when
Sanding.
The Abrasive Belt runs off
of theIdler Roller.
Wood burns while Sanding.
Sander makes excessive noise.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The Sanders is not plugged in to the electrical outlet.
The Power Switch is defective/a Motor or wiring
problem.
The V-Belt is too tight.
You’re sanding with too much pressure on the stock.
The Belt is not tracking properly, it goes either left
side or right side of idler roller.
The Abrasive Disc or Belt is loaded with debris.
The V-Belt is too tight.
REMEDY
Plug it in.
Replace the Switch.
Repair with a qualified technician.
Have a qualified technician loosen the tension.
Apply less pressure when sanding.
Adjust the Abrasive Belt Tracking to make at center
of the idler roller.
Clean or replace the Disc or Belt.
A qualified technician needs to loosen the Belt.
