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CONGRATULATIONS  

SuperMax Tools takes pride in our products and stands behind them with continuing service and support for our 

customers. Your SuperMax Tools sander was designed with several features that will bring a new dimension of 

productivity to your shop. Our goal at SuperMax Tools is to develop machines that provide you with maximum 

performance, maximum economy and maximum utility. Your 19-38 drum sander has features that will give you 

better results in less time in the years ahead. This sander is designed to be tailored to every project and features 

ultra-precise control for any sanding project. 
This sander is covered with a warranty and your distributor can answer any questions you may have. Additionally, 

we will always be here to offer support, service information, and product supplies and services. Before using 

your sander for the first time learn how to use it. This manual covers unpacking step-by-step, sander set up and 

fine-tuning the controls. Safety information is also provided to makes sure your process is hassle free. If you 

have any questions this manual will provide answers and you can also refer to our website or customer service 

for any updates or further details. 

MODEL IDENTIFICATION 

 

Your 19-38 drum sander is one of a family of machines from SuperMax Tools designed to help you achieve re-

sults comparable to industrial-size sanders at a fraction of the cost. For future reference, find the model, stock 

and serial numbers on the back of machine base and write them in below.

Model:

Stock Number:

Serial Number:

Date Purchased:

Distributor:

IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS MANUAL HANDY 

 

Please read this manual first. It was designed to help you get the most from your 19-38 drum sander. Before 

unpacking or using the machine, familiarize yourself with its components, features, and basic adjustments by re-

viewing the following pages. You will find it an invaluable aid in setting up, operating and servicing your machine. 

If, after reviewing this manual, you still have a problem you can’t solve, please call your SuperMax Tools distributor.

WARNING: SAFETY FIRST 

 

When maintaining and operating this machine, always put safety first. For your own safety, read and understand 

this owner’s manual before operating this machine. Always heed and follow all normal safety precautions, inclu

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ding the following:

a.  Always wear eye protection while operating sander.
b.  Always feed boards against the drum rotation.
c.  Tighten all locks before operating.
d.  Keep hands and clothing away from operating drum.
e.  Do not operate sander with dust cover opened.
f. Do not operate sander without dust collector connected to the dust cover.
g.  Always maintain control of boards to avoid kickback (know how to prevent it).
h.  Always disconnect power before servicing or adjusting.

WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE SANDER.

Summary of Contents for 19-38 DRUM SANDER

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL C US SuperMaxTools com sales SuperMaxTools com P 888 454 3401 F 651 454 3465 03 2017 SuperMax Tools 269049 19 38 DRUM SANDER...

Page 2: ...ts comparable to industrial size sanders at a fraction of the cost For future reference find the model stock and serial numbers on the back of machine base and write them in below Model Stock Number S...

Page 3: ...Wrap Position 14 Abrasive Wrap Tension Adjustment 14 Maximizing Abrasive Longevity 14 operating your Drum Sander 15 Drum Depth of Cut 15 Conveyor and Speed Rate 16 Stock Feeding Operation 16 Stock Fe...

Page 4: ...REACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times 14 MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance Fol low instructions for lubricating and changing ac cessories...

Page 5: ...stood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded Use only 3 wire extension cords that have 3 prong grounding plugs and 3 pole receptacles that ac cept the tool s plug Repair or replace...

Page 6: ...arranty We will provide all replacement parts which are found to be defective in materials or work manship Manufacturers warranties on conveyor belts Register the warranty for your new machine by fill...

Page 7: ...UNPACKING YOUR SUPERMAX TOOLS DRUM SANDER Your 19 38 drum sander has been shipped mostly assembled from the factory If any damage has occurred as a result of shipment notify the transportation company...

Page 8: ...NOTE There will be a small container of hardware included with your sander This container will include everything you need to set up your sander see above Remove the two wooden packing plates from bot...

Page 9: ...the outboard left side of the conveyor belt NOTE Leave the silver plate which is near the fast lever and under the motor in place when removing bolts Open box 2 and remove conveyor from packaging and...

Page 10: ...stall into flange of conveyor bed on inboard right motor side Keep supportplateinplaceoninboard right sideandmake sure the fast lever is positioned up Plug the short power cord that is attached to the...

Page 11: ...belt and the drum on the inboard right side of the machine The tension rollers are set just below the drum enough so that items cannot pass easily underneath Use the height adjustment handle as necess...

Page 12: ...e it is the least restrictive for airflow If straight pipe is not possible Y s and elbows are preferred because they are less restrictive to airflow than T s NOTE Some applications will require more d...

Page 13: ...ver on the left outboard side of the drum Insert the tapered end through the slot and into the fastener so that it uses most of the width of the slot Release the clip lever to securely hold the wrap e...

Page 14: ...as needed see opposite picture If enough space is not left between the wrap and the inside of the slot the take up fastener will not operate properly ABRASIVE WRAP TENSION ADJUSTMENT The abrasive wrap...

Page 15: ...ess Great when making parts that must be an exact thickness or when matching a thickness 1 To operate turn ON and select standard inch in or metric millimeter mm 2 Lower drum with abrasive installed u...

Page 16: ...atter what the job The best results come from experimenting with different machine adjustments to best fit the job at hand Sanding stock wider than the drum When dealing with stock that is wider than...

Page 17: ...an provide for more effective sanding Final pass sanding should be done following the grain pattern TENSION ROLLER PRESSURE The tension roller pressure is factory set and should be adequate However th...

Page 18: ...out affecting belt tension Note Adjust the take up screw nuts only 1 4 turn at a time Then allow time for the belt to react to the adjustments before proceeding further Avoid over adjustments MAINTENA...

Page 19: ...eavy duty roll swivel lock used with open stand 71938 7 Infeed outfeed tables 71938 DRO DRO digital read out depth scale CONVEYOR BELTS 60 0322 Type 1 100 grit abrasive surface with reinforced backing...

Page 20: ...if so equipped Fig 5 Circuit fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Replace fuse or retrip breaker after determining cause BRUSH MOTOR OVERLOADS Inadequate circuit Check electrical requirements Machin...

Page 21: ...LY Improper adjustment of height control Readjust height control KNOCKING SOUND WHILE RUNNING Bearing worn Replace bearing Contact distributor SNIPING OF WOOD GOU GING NEAR END OF BOARD Inadequate sup...

Page 22: ...TO GEAR MOTOR GROUND STUD CONVEYOR 22 19 38 WIRING DIAGRAM...

Page 23: ...SCALE POINTER 1 20 480BS 120 KNOB 1 21 480BS 121 HEIGHTADJUSTMENTHANDLE 1 22 480BS 122 NYLON INSERTLOCK NUT 5 8 11 1 23 480BS 123 HEIGHTADJUSTMENTSCREW 1 24 480BS 124 E RING E12 1 25 480BS 125 THRUST...

Page 24: ...BS 166 ROUND SOCKETHEAD CAP SCREW 5 16 18X1 2 4 67 480BS 167 LOCK WASHER 5 16 5 68 480BS 168 SPRING 3 69 480BS 169 NYLON INSERTLOCK NUT 1 4 20 1 70 480DS 170 SOCKETHEAD CAP SCREW M8X1 25X40 1 71 480DS...

Page 25: ...25 19 38 HEAD ASSEMBLY...

Page 26: ...80BS 113 SETSCREW 1 4 20X1 4 2 22 480BS 222 BRACKET BASE CONTROLLER 1 23 480BS 223 COVER BASE CONTROL HOUSING 1 24 480BS 224 HEX CAP SCREW 1 4 20X3 4 12 25 480BS 225 WASHER WAVE 1 4 4 26 480BS 145 FLA...

Page 27: ...19 38 CONVEYOR AND MOTOR 27...

Page 28: ...P 1 888 454 3401 F 1 651 454 3465 SuperMaxTools com sales SuperMaxTools com...

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