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How to Transport the Machine
WARNING:
The machine is heavy. Remove
the motor from the machine before
transporting. Get help loading the
machine and motor.
Transporting the Machine - One Person
To transport the machine, follow this procedure:
1. Make sure the power cable is disconnected from
the electrical outlet.
2. Disconnect the handle pigtail cord connection.
(twist and pull) See figure 2.
3. Loosen the belt tension T-screw completely.
4. Grasp the belt guard immediately above the left
hand truck wheel and pull to gain access to the
drive belts. Remove the drive belts.
See figure 3.
5. Unscrew the motor mounting knob clear of the
counterbore on chassis. See figure 4.
6. Straddle the machine. With your legs, lift the motor
off of the chassis. Take the motor to worksite.
7. Lift the chassis by grasping the front and rear
handle. Bring the belt guard against your chest.
Take the chassis to worksite.
To assemble the machine after transporting, follow this
procedure:
1. Open the belt guard door.
2. Place the motor assembly on the chassis.
3. Screw in the motor mounting knob completely.
See figure 4.
4. Install the drive belts.
5. Tighten the belt tension T-screw only until the
contact drive wheel belt does not squeal upon start
up. Do not over tighten.
CAUTION:
Premature bearing failure can oc-
cur if the belt tension is set too
tight. The fan drive belt should
deflect ½" at the center of the span
with 5 lbs. of pressure.
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AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 12 Belt Sander Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
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