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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.
Assembly & Adjustments ..............9 Operation ..................11 Maintenance ..................11 Exploded View & Parts List ...............12 Warranty Statement ................14 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 6307 Motor 120 V, 60 Hz, 2A Speed 1100 to 1800 feet per minute Belt Size 1/2" x 18" Range of Motion 50°...
INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN belt 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. This manual provides information regarding potential safety concerns, as well as helpful assembly and operating instructions for your tool.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your item works. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING: Read and understand all warnings, cautions and operating instructions before using this tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in personal injury and tool damage.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES 4. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. 5.
SPECIFIC RULES FOR THE SANDER WARNING: EXTREME CAUTION REQUIRED WHEN SANDING PAINT. The dust residue may contain LEAD which is poisonous. Exposure to even low levels of lead can cause irreversible brain and nervous system damage, to which young and unborn children are particularly vulnerable.
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SPECIFIC RULES FOR THE SANDER 8. SANDING THE WORKPIECE Caution: when the machine contacts the workpiece it will have a tendency to grab and pull forward. Resist the forward motion and keep the belt sander moving at an even pace. Never pull the tool backwards over the workpiece.
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.
KNOW YOUR DRUM SANDER Use the diagram below to become familiarized with the components and controls of your drum sander. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our Customer Service at (800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com. Belt Tensioning Button Sanding Belt Angle Locking Screw...
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ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS KNOW YOUR DRUM SANDER WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental startups, switch off the tool and unplug the power cord before adjusting, replacing accessories, cleaning or maintenance. INSTALLING THE SANDING BELT (FIG. 2 - 4) 1. Press the tip of the sander against a hard object to retract the front roller (Fig.
SERVICE: Preventive maintenance performed by unauthorized personnel may result in misplacing of internal wires and components, possibly causing a serious hazard. We recommend that all tool service be performed by an authorized WEN service station. CLEANING: Ventilation openings and switch levers must be kept clean and free of foreign matter.
EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST KNOW YOUR DRUM SANDER...
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EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST KNOW YOUR DRUM SANDER Part Number Description Qty. Part Number Description Qty. 6307-001 Power Cord 6307-032 Belt Plate 6307-002 Power Cord Sleeve 6307-033 Screw 6307-003 Switch 6307-034 Belt Housing 6307-004 Screw 6307-035 6307-005 PCB Board...
(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 pro- fessional or commercial use.
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