This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a Powermatic Model 6108 Edge Sander. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety through the use of accepted correct operating and maintenance procedures. Completely read the safety and main- tenance instructions before operating or servicing the machine.
SAFETY: General Rules As with all power tools there is a certain amount of hazard involved with the operation and use of the tool. Use the tool with the respect and caution de- manded where safety precautions are concerned. This will considerably lessen the possibility of per- sonal injury.
If not, the power connection must be changed. SAFETY: Decal Instruction SPECIFICATIONS (6108 Edge Sander) Sanding belt size ... 6" x 108" Front table ... 37" x 7-3/4" Side table ... 19" x 12"...
MACHINE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED TO HELP AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK AND ASSOCI- ATED HAZARDS INCLUDING POSSIBLE DEATH. If your edge sander is 3-phase, there is a four con- ductor power source cable. If single-phase, it has a three conductor power source cable. On both mod- els, the ground conductor is green or yellow &...
FIGURE 5 FRONT WORK TABLE INCLINATION Using the inclined table method on this edge sander may give you better sanding surface contact, de- creased sanding marks and burr residue, with re- sults equal to that of an oscillating sanding machine.
FIGURE 8 MOTOR/SANDING BELT ALIGNMENT The motor and sanding belt on the edge sander were factory aligned. However, if they are out of align- ment due to shipping, adjust as follows: Adjust front work table to its lowest position.
MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION CAUTION: Disconnect sander from power source before performing maintenance. Do not operate the sander until it is properly lubri- cated. All ball bearings are sealed for life and do not require lubrication. Apply a drop of light machine oil occasionally on the hinge of the tension mechanisms as shown in Fig- ure 10.
PARTS LIST: Model 6108 Edge Sander NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 6294030 TABLE, END 6294031 PLATE, STEEL END 6294032 SCREW, HEX. HD. WOOD, 1/4-20 X 1-1/4 6294033 BAR, SUPPORT 6294034 SUPPORT, TABLE 6294035 KNOB 6294036 WASHER, 3/8" 6294037 SCREW, HEX HD. 3/8-16 X 1-1/2"...
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 6294094 Abrasive Belt, 6" x 108", 40 Grit. 6294095 Abrasive Belt, 6" x 108", 60 Grit. 6294096 Abrasive Belt, 6" x 108", 80 Grit. 6294062 Abrasive Belt, 6" x 108", 100 Grit. 6294098 Abrasive Belt, 6" x 108", 120 Grit. 6294099 Abrasive Belt, 6"...
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Locating the stock number of the part(s) required from your parts manual will also expedite your order. Phone: (800) 274-6848 Fax: (800) 274-6840 If you are calling from Canada, please call 800-238-4746 E-mail: powermatic@wmhtoolgroup.com Website: www.powermatic.com...
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