Daewoo DABS1010, User Manual

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Daewoo International Corporation, Korea

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USER'S MANUAL

DABS

1010

Belt sander

and excessive sparking seen through the ventilation slots. When the carbon brushes have worn 
down to approximately 4-5mm, they will require replacing.
Caution! Make sure that the sander is isolated from the mains power supply before fitting acces-
sories, maintenance and adjustment if in doubt consult a qualified electrician.
Place the sander on a workbench and using a screwdriver remove the carbon brush housing cover 
(See 1 of Fig.10).
Remove the carbon brush from the brush housing and replace it with a new one. Slide the new 
carbon brush (See 1of Fig.11) into the brush housing. Repeat this procedure for the other carbon 
brush. Then replace the carbon brush housing cover.

NOTE: 

carbon brushes must be replaced in pairs.

7. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Power: 1010 W
Belt size: 76x533 mm
Belt no load speed: 120-380 rpm

Maneuver the sanding belt off the rollers.

NOTE: 

The Sanding belt has directional arrows printed on the inside of the belt (See 1 of Fig.8)

Sanding belts come in different grades i.e. rough through to smooth. Select the grade according to 
the material operated on.
Locate the sanding belt on the rollers (See Fig.9)Make sure the sanding belt does not touch the 
sides of the casing and that the arrows, printed on the inside of the sanding belt point in the direc-
tion of travel. Release the tension lever.

NOTE: 

Caution is required as the lever is under spring tension. Make sure the lever closes fully. With 

the new sanding belt fitted it must be checked to ensure that it is running centrally on the rollers 
(see section Centralizing the sanding belt).

6. MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

 Always ensure that the tool is switched off and the plug is removed from the power point 

before making any adjustments or maintenance procedures.
Keep the tools air vents unclogged and clean at all times.
1. Regularly check to see if any dust or foreign matter has entered the grills near the motor and 
around the trigger switch. Use a soft brush to remove any accumulated dust. Wear safety glasses to 
protect your eyes whilst cleaning.
2. Re-lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals.
3. If the body of the sander needs cleaning, wipe it with a soft damp cloth. A mild detergent can be 
used but nothing like alcohol, petrol or other cleaning agent.Never use caustic agents to clean 
plastic parts.

CAUTION!

 Water must never come into contact with the sander.

4. During use, the carbon brushes will wear down and will be indicated by a possible loss of power 

4. ASSEMBLY                     

Fitting the dust collection bag 

This machine is fitted with a dust extraction outlet and collection bag. We recommend that this 
facility is used at all times, as well as using an approved face mask. Fit the dust collection bag onto 
the dust extraction outlet (See 1 of Fig.2).

Switching on and off

Connect the plug to the power supply. To start the machine ,squeeze the ON/OFF trigger switch; to 
stop the machine, release the ON/OFF trigger switch. (See 1 of Fig.3).

WARNING!

 The sander is designed for dry sanding only and under no circumstances should it be 

used for wet sanding.

Lock-on button

This machine is fitted with a lock-on button.When the on/off switch is depressed ,press lock-on 
button to get continuous operation without depressing the on/off switch (See 1 of Fig. 4).

Centralizing the sanding belt

Check that the sanding belt is running centrally before using. Centralizing the belt is necessary to 
stop the belt running off the rollers. Turn the machine with the belt facing the operator (See Fig.5). 
Start the sander and observe how the sanding belt is running. If the sanding belt is seen to move 
along the rollers in either direction, it will require centralizing before use.
Turn the centralizing knob (See 1 of Fig.6) either clockwise or anti-clockwise to adjust the belt 
tracking until the sanding belt is running centrally. Run the Sander for a short time. If the belt is still 
not running centrally, use the centralizing knob to fine adjust the position of the sanding belt.

5. OPERATION

Using the belt sander

Hold the machine with both hands and assume a balanced posture. Press the ON/OFF trigger 
switch and allow the motor to reach full speed. Hold the machine parallel to the work piece. Gently 
bring belt contact with the work piece.

CAUTION!

 The sander may initially snatch forwards. Resist the forwards motion and allow the 

sander to move forwards at a gradual pace. Do not use excessive, downward pressure, this may 
cause the belt to snap. Keep the sander moving forwards at an even pace. Failure to do this will 
result in an uneven finish. When the operation finished, lift the sander clear of the workpiece and 
release the ON/OFF trigger switch. Wait until the belt has stopped rotating before putting the sander 
down on workbench. Failure to do this will result in the machine running forwards.

Replacing the sanding belts

Locate the belt tension lever (See 1 of Fig.7) and pull outwards. Take care as the lever is under 
tension and may spring back to the closed position. Continue pulling the lever outwards until it locks 
in the position shown in Fig. 7.

WARNING! 

Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may 

result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

1. GENERAL SAFETY RULES                                      

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Work area

1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable 
liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distraction can cause 
you to lose control.

Electrical safety

1. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. 
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
2. Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the 
risk of electric shock.
3. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tool or pull the plug 
from an outlet. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace the dama-
ged cords immediately if you found one. The damaged cords will increase the risk of electric shock.
4. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord which marked “W-A” or “W”. 
These cords are rated for outdoor use, so it can reduce the risk of electric shock.

Personal safety

1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not 
use the tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inatten-
tion while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
2. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, 
and gloves away from the moving parts. Because loose clothes, jewelry, and long hair can be 
caught in the moving parts.
3. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger 
on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on will invite accidents.
4. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left 
attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance 
enable better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
6. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or 
hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions. Ordinary eye or sun glasses are NOT 
eye protection.

Tool use and care

1. Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the work piece to a stable platform. 
Holding the work piece by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
2. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better 
and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
3. Do not use tool if the switch can not turn on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the 
switch is dangerous and must be repaired before use.

4. Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustment, changing accessories, or 
storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures can reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
5. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the 
hands of untrained users.
6. Maintain tools with care. Keep the cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with 
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition 
that may affect the tools operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents 
are caused by poorly maintained tools.
8. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories 
that may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used on another tool.

Service

1. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance perfor-
med by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
2. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the maintenan-
ce section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions 
may create a risk of electric shock or injury. 

2. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

1. Make sure that the foreign objects such as nails and screws have been removed from the work 
before commencing sanding.
2. Rags,cloths,cord,string and the likeshould never be left around the work area.
3. Always switch off before the sander is put down.
4. Do not force the sander. Let the tool work at a reasonable speed.Overloading will occur if too 
much pressure is applied and the motor slows resulting in inefficient sanding and may damage the 
sander motor.
5. When an extension cable is required, be sure that it has the right ampere rating for the tool and is 
in safe electrical condition.
6. Fully unwind cable drum extension to avoid potential overheating.
7. Do not touch the moving sanding belt.
8. Worn, torn or heavily clogged sanding belts can not be continuely use.
9. Always connect the dust bag or use dust extraction system when sanding wood.

3. FEATURES

Before using the tool, make yourself familize with all the features (See Fig.1):

1. Front handle
2. Belt centralizing adjuster
3. Carbon brush housing
4. Drive belt cover
5. Dust extraction outlet
6. On/Off trigger switch 
7. Rear handle
8. Lock-on button