Wen AT1305, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...ugged trouble free performance Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation warnings and cautions If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose you will enjoy years of safe reliable service NEED HELP CONTACT US Have product questions Need technical support Please feel free to contact us TECHSUPPORT WENPRODUCTS COM 1 800 232 1195 M F 8AM 5PM CST For replacement parts and the mos...

Page 2: ... Belt Disc Sander Safety Warnings 6 Electrical Information 8 BEFORE OPERATING 9 Know Your Belt Disc Sander 9 Unpacking Packing List 10 Assembly Adjustments 11 OPERATION MAINTENANCE 15 Operation 15 Maintenance 16 Troubleshooting Guide 18 Exploded View Parts List 19 Warranty Statement 21 ...

Page 3: ... that you read and understand this operator s manual and all the labels affixed to the tool This manual provides information regarding potential safety concerns as well as helpful assembly and operating instructions for your tool NOTE The following safety information is not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur WEN reserves the right to change this product and specif...

Page 4: ... shock PERSONAL SAFETY 1 Stay alert watch what you are doing and use com mon sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are 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 Use personal protective equipment Always wear eye protection Protective equipment such as a respir...

Page 5: ...accordance with these instructions taking into ac count the working conditions and the work to be per formed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situa tion 8 Use clamps to secure your workpiece to a stable surface Holding a workpiece by hand or using your body to support it may lead to loss of control 9 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working ...

Page 6: ...n place 6 SANDING ACCESSORIES Do not use sanding belts or discs that are damaged torn or loose Replace worn or damaged sanding belts and discs before operation Use only the correct size sanding belt and disc Always unplug the unit before making adjustments or changing sandpaper or other parts Make sure the sanding belt is installed in the correct direction See the directional arrow on the back of ...

Page 7: ... BELT DISC SANDER SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING Do not operate the power tool until you have read and understood the following instructions and the warning labels 12 Do not operate this tool until it is completely as sembled and installed according to the instructions 13 Never perform layout assembly or set up work on the table while the sander is operating 14 After turning off the sander wait until the...

Page 8: ...ripes is the equipment grounding conductor If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary DO NOT connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal 1 Examine extension cord before use Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it 2 Do not abuse ext...

Page 9: ...ean the rust protected surfaces using a soft cloth moistened with kerosene Do not use gasoline or cellulose based solvents such as paint thinner or lacquer thinner as these will damage the painted surfaces After cleaning apply a light coat of good quality paste wax to the table to prevent rust Wipe all parts thoroughly with a clean dry cloth Sanding Belt Upper Guard Knob Belt Table Power Switch Lo...

Page 10: ...roducts com PACKING LIST A Belt Table 1 B Disc Table 1 C Miter Gauge Assembly 1 D 3mm Hex Wrench 1 E Belt Table Locking Lever 1 F Washer Locking Lever 1 G Washers Disc Table Knob 2 H Screws Disc Dust Port 3 I Disc Dust Port 1 J Belt Dust Port Adapter 1 K Disc Table Locking Knobs 2 The items listed below are not included but are required for either assembly or adjustment 1 Square 2 Dust Collection ...

Page 11: ...4 By hand screw the lever base Fig 5 4 and washer Fig 5 3 into the tapped hole Fig 5 1 turning clockwise 5 Place the lever handle Fig 4 2 onto the tightened lever base Fig 5 4 Then re install the socket head cap screw and spring Fig 4 3 through the lever handle Tighten us ing the 3mm hex wrench See the final assembly in the top right hand corner of Fig 5 NOTE The lever is spring loaded and can be ...

Page 12: ... to make sure the fitting is tight A tight fit is necessary for proper performance 3 Connect the other end of the dust hose to the dust collec tion system of your choice A dust port adapter not includ ed may be needed depending on the inlet size of your dust extractor The onboard dust ports have an outer diameter of 1 5 inches and an inner diameter of 1 4 inches INSTALL SANDING DISC TABLE 1 Hold t...

Page 13: ... rollers Keep rotating the disc with one hand while turning the belt tracking knob until the belt rides in the center of the rollers 3 Re install the side cover upper guard and upper guard locking knob Connect the cord to the power source Turn the sander ON and then quickly OFF to verify that the belt is riding true in the center of the rollers If it does not repeat the above steps to adjust the b...

Page 14: ...0 that secure the platen to the sander s frame Adjust the platen so that it is almost touching the back of the belt Re tighten both hex screws TESTING THE MACHINE Once you have properly assembled the machine perform a test run to see that everything powers up and runs cor rectly All of the tools for assembly and adjustments should be removed and cleared away before turning on the machine During th...

Page 15: ...table on the right side of the disc Always use the left side of the disc using the right side of the disc could cause the workpiece to fly up or kickback and could result in injury MITER GAUGE DISC SANDER A miter gauge is supplied with your sander and can be used on the disc table The miter gauge head can be set anywhere up to 45 right or left by loosening the locking knob setting the miter gauge ...

Page 16: ...o damage from various types of commercial solvents Do not use any solvents or cleaning products that could damage the plastic parts Some of these include but are not limited to gasoline carbon tetrachloride chlorinated cleaning solvents and household detergents that contain am monia LUBRICATION All ball bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated No further lubrication is required PRODUCT DISPO...

Page 17: ...he switch is in the OFF position and the cord is disconnected from the power source 2 Remove the sanding disc table by removing the two locking knobs on either side of the sanding disc Remove the disc dust port by removing the three screws and washers See figures on p 12 3 Remove the used sanding disc A WEN Heat Gun Model Number 2020 or HG1022 can help to soften up the adhesive to make for an easi...

Page 18: ...Do not keep workpiece in one place for too long Sanding disc belt loaded with debris Clean or replace the disc or belt Sander does not turn on Not plugged in to an electrical outlet Connect the unit to an outlet Defective power switch Replace the switch Motor capacitor or wiring problem Contact customer service at 1 800 232 1195 for as sistance Motor will not start fuses or circuit breakers trippi...

Page 19: ...19 EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST ...

Page 20: ...Left 1 35 6515 034 Adapter 1 36 6515 035 Drive Wheel 1 No Part No Description Qty 37 6515 036 Phillips Screw M6x10 3 38 6515 037 Hex Bolt M10x25 1 39 6515 038 Right Housing 1 40 6515 039 Hex Set Screw M6x20 1 41 6515 040 Belt Work Table 1 42 6515 041 Washer D8 1 43 6515 042 Belt Table Locking Lever 1 44 6515 043 Tracking Guard 1 45 6515 044 Guide Spring 1 46 6515 045 Locking Nut M10 1 47 6515 046 ...

Page 21: ...ve parts and products may need to be sent to WEN before the replacements can be shipped out turning a product for warranty service the shipping charges must be prepaid by the purchaser The product must be shipped in its original container or an equivalent properly packed to withstand the hazards of shipment The product must be fully insured with a copy of the proof of purchase enclosed There must ...

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