Wen 6502 Instruction Manual

Belt & disc sander

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jimmy waldo

April 17, 2025

does the work table angle adjust on the wen 6502t

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Mr. Anderson

May 9, 2025

Yes, the work table on the Wen 6502T adjusts in angle. It can be tilted and squared to 90° with the sanding surface for accurate end sanding.

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Page 1 1-800-232-1195 (M-F 8AM-5PM CST) TECHSUPPORT@WENPRODUCTS.COM IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, 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.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS WELCOME Introduction ..................... 3 Specifications ....................3 SAFETY General Safety Rules ..................4 Belt Sander Safety Warnings ................6 Electrical Information ..................7 BEFORE OPERATING Unpacking & Packing List .................8 Know Your Belt & Disc Sander ................9 Assembly & Adjustment ................. 10 OPERATION &...
Page 3: Welcome
INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN Belt and Disc Sander. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first, please take a moment to read through the manual. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all the labels affixed to the tool.
Page 4: Safety
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
Page 5 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
Page 6: Belt Sander Safety Warnings
BELT SANDER SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING! Do not operate the power tool until you have read and understood the following instructions and the warning labels. BELT SANDER SAFETY 11. Do not sand pieces of material that are too small to be safely supported. 1.
Page 7: Electrical Information
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides the path of least resistance for an electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
Page 8: Before Operating
UNPACKING & PACKING LIST UNPACKING With the help of a friend or trustworthy foe, such as one of your in-laws, carefully remove the belt and disc sander from the packaging and place it on a sturdy, flat surface. Make sure to take out all contents and accessories. Do not discard the packaging until everything is removed.
Page 9: Know Your Belt & Disc Sander
TOOL PURPOSE Sand, smooth, and remove jagged edges with your WEN Belt and Disc Sander. Refer to the following diagrams to become familiarized with all the parts and controls of your belt and disc sander. The components will be referred to later in the manual for assembly and operation instructions.
Page 10: Assembly & Adjustment
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS INSTALLATION OF SANDING DISC & GUARD Fig. 2 1. Peel backing away from sanding disc (Fig. 2 - 1). 2. Align perimeter of disc with plate, and press disc firmly into position on plate, leaving no loose edges. 3.
Page 11 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS MOUNTING THE SANDER TO A WORKBENCH Fig. 6 WARNING! If during operation there is any tendency for the sander to tip over, slide or walk on the supporting surface, the sander should be properly mounted to a workbench or stand.
Page 12 1. Remove the two screws from the sanding disc guard and remove the guard. 2. Remove the used sanding disc. A heat gun may come in handy to remove old discs. Your friends at WEN offer several models, available for purchase at wenproducts.com.
Page 13: Operation & Maintenance
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS SQUARING THE TABLE Fig. 10 To ensure accurate end sanding, the work table (Fig. 10 - 2) must be square to the sanding surfaces prior to using the tables for disc sanding. 1. Adjust the table to be 90° with the sanding surface. 2.
Page 14 OPERATION ON / OFF SWITCH Fig. 13 The keyed switch is intended to prevent unauthorized use of the sander. WARNING! Remove the safety key whenever the sander is not in use. Place the key in a safe place and out of the reach of children.
Page 15 OPERATION Fig. 17 CAUTION! To avoid personal injury and/or damage to Bed-locking the workpiece, become familiar with the rotation of the belt Screw and disc sanding surfaces. The belt sander rotates counterclockwise or downward toward the table or backstop. The disc sander rotates counterclockwise, downward toward the table on the left side of the disc and up- ward from the table on the right side of the disc.
Page 16: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Fig. 19 WARNING! For your own safety, turn the switch OFF and remove the plug from the electrical outlet before adjusting or performing maintenance or lubrication work on the belt / disc sander. Before using, check to make sure parts are not damaged, missing, or worn. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, improper mounting, or any other conditions that may affect the sander operation.
Page 17: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING! Stop using the generator immediately if any of the following problems occur or risk serious personal injury. If you have any questions, please contact customer service at 1-800-232-1195 (M-F 8-5 CST), or email techsupport@wenproducts.com. Problem Cause Solution Store sanding accessories away Sanding belt/disc has been stored in from extremely hot or dry environ-...
Page 18 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING! Stop using the generator immediately if any of the following problems occur or risk serious personal injury. If you have any questions, please contact customer service at 1-800-232-1195 (M-F 8-5 CST), or email techsupport@wenproducts.com. Problem Cause Solution Excessive drive belt tension.
Page 19: Exploded View & Parts List
EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST Part No. New Description Part No. New Description 6502-044 Bearing 90228-001 Screw M4X6 6502-045 Idler Drum 90228-003 Base Cover 6502-046 Idler Shaft 90228-012 Screw M4X8 6502B-147 Screw M5x20 90228-015 Lock Washer (4) 90228-077 Switch Plate 90228-004 Self-tapping Screw ST4.2X10...
Page 20 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST...
Page 21: Warranty Statement
(2) years from date of purchase or 500 hours of use; whichever comes first. Ninety days for all WEN products if the tool is used for professional or commercial use.
Page 22 NOTES...
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Page 24 THANKS FOR REMEMBERING V. 2019.10.31...

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