How To Transport The Machine - Clarke American 12 Operator's Manual And Parts List

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.
To transport the machine, follow this procedure:
1. Make sure the power cable is disconnected from
the electrical outlet.
2. Disconnect the handle plug connection. See
figure 1.
3. Remove the belt cover.
4. Remove the fan belt.
5. Loosen the motor bolt. Using the ¾" wrench, turn
the motor bolt counterclockwise. See figure 2.
6. Slide the motor forward.
7. Remove the drive belt.
8. Remove the motor from the chassis.
To re-assemble the machine after transporting,
follow this procedure:
1. Reposition motor on chassis.
2. Install the drum belt. Slide the motor back until
adequate tension is achieved in belt.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the floor
surface, make sure the drive belt
is tight.
3. Resecure the motor to the chassis.
4. Install the fan belt.
5. Install the belt cover.
6. Reconnect the handle plug.
®
Clarke
American Sanders - American 12 Floor Sander Operator's Manual
Figure 1
Figure 2
Page 7