background image

IMPORTANT!

 Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this equipment. 

The following instructions must be followed at all times.

There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. We strongly recommend that this tool 

not be modified and/or used for any other application other than that for which it was designed. If you 

have any questions about its application, do not use the tool until you have contacted us and we have 

advised you.

General Safety Warnings

KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL.

 Read the owner’s manual carefully. Learn the tool’s 

applications, work capabilities, and its specific potential hazards.

ALWAYS KEEP VISITORS AWAY FROM RUNNING MACHINES.

 

All visitors should be kept a safe distance from the work area.

ALWAYS MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF.

Childproof

 with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.

NEVER OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, 

MEDICATION, OR ALCOHOL

.

ALWAYS WEAR PROPER APPAREL.

 

Never wear loose clothing or jewelry that might get caught in moving parts. Rubber-soled footwear is 

recommended for the best footing.

ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES AND WEAR HEARING PROTECTION.

 

Also use a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.

NEVER OVERREACH.

 

Keep your proper footing and balance at all times.

ALWAYS GROUND ALL TOOLS. 

If your tool is equipped with a three-pronged plug, you must plug it into a three-hole electric receptacle. 

If you use an adapter to accommodate a two-pronged receptacle, you must attach the adapter plug to a 

known ground. Never remove the third prong of the plug. 

ALWAYS AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.

 

Never use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep your work area well lighted and clear of clutter.

ALWAYS REMOVE THE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES FROM TOOLS AFTER USE. 

Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before 

turning it on.

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN.

 Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

NEVER STAND ON TOOLS.

 

Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.

 

2

Operator Safety:  Required Reading

Summary of Contents for 50-150

Page 1: ...or info rikontools com For Parts or Questions techsupport rikontools com or 877 884 5167 Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference Serial number Date of purchas...

Page 2: ...Never wear loose clothing or jewelry that might get caught in moving parts Rubber soled footwear is recommended for the best footing ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES AND WEAR HEARING PROTECTION Also use a f...

Page 3: ...ssories or attachments not recommended may cause injury to you and damage your machine 14 This machine must be properly grounded 15 Abrasive discs and belts should be the recommended width and length...

Page 4: ...e Belt Speed Belt Grit Disc Size Motor Amps Volts Net Weight Safety Warnings 2 3 Sander Safety Rules 3 Specifications 4 ContentsofPackage 5 Assembly 6 9 Electrical Requirements 10 General Use 11 Maint...

Page 5: ...arton Contents Item Description Qty A Belt disc sander assembly 1 B Rubber Foot 4 C Miter Gauge 1 D Sanding Disc Cover 1 E Dust Nozzie Adapter 1 F Disc Work Table 1 G Locking knob for table 2 H Belt W...

Page 6: ...at the marks 5 Using long bolts washers lock washers and nuts as shown not supplied secure the sander to the workbench Dust Chute Installation Disc Sander 1 Fasten the sanding disc dust chute to the...

Page 7: ...en the table locking lever 2 Tilt the table to the rear as far as possible 3 Using a square protractor or other tool shown verify or adjust the table angle to ensure a 90 angle 4 To set the sanding an...

Page 8: ...g discs cannot be used with this type of sander 8 Replace the sanding table and handles that were removed in step 2 above Installing or Changing Accessories Sanding Belts WARNING Turn the power off an...

Page 9: ...to track to the left side of the machine Dust Chutes Ports Operation Sanding operations are inherently dusty To help minimize the amount of dust that escapes into the surrounding air this Mastercraft...

Page 10: ...bt as to whether the tool is properly grounded Use only three wire extension cords that have three prong grounding plugs and three pole receptacles that accept the tool s plug Repair or replace a dama...

Page 11: ...move the platen Mitre Gauge Disc Sander A mitre gauge is supplied with your sander and can be used on the disc table as shown The mitre gauge head can be set anywhere up to 45 right or left by looseni...

Page 12: ...eplacing belts discs frequently Burns on workpiece 1 Using a sanding grit that is too fine 2 Using too much pressure 3 Work held still for too long 1 Use a coarser grit sanding ac cessory 2 Reduce pre...

Page 13: ...or elimi nate use of extension cords Machine vibrates exces sively 1 Incorrect motor mounting 2 Incorrect sanding belt tension 3 Weak or broken tension spring 4 Idler roller is too loose 5 Broken defe...

Page 14: ...1 18 Motor 1 55 C Clip 3 5 1 19 Switch cover 1 56 Sanding Disc Cover 1 20 Philips Screw ST2 9X6 2 57 1 21 Switch 1 58 Star Washer D4 1 22 Sanding Belt Board 1 59 Philips Screw M4X6 1 23 Flat Washer D4...

Page 15: ...15 Parts Explosion...

Page 16: ...16 Notes...

Page 17: ...ce or normal wear and tear Under no circumstances will Seller be liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from defective products All other warranties expressed or implied whether of m...

Page 18: ...For more information 16 Progress Road Billerica MA 01821 877 884 5167 978 528 5380 techsupport rikontools com www rikontools com Copyright RIKON Power Tools Inc 2009...

Reviews: