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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. If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
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Weight: 159 lbs NOTE: Your drum sander is compatible with the WEN 28200 10 ft. dust hose and the WEN 28221 20 ft. dust hose, available at wenproducts.com. Sandpaper may be purchased from wenproducts.com by searching the product model number.
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SAFETY INTRODUCTION Hello! Thank you for purchasing the WEN Drum Sander. Safe operation of this power tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all labels affixed to the tool. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your tool works.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instruc- tions may result in electric shock, fire and serious injury. To avoid mistakes and serious injury, do not plug in your tool until the following steps have been read and understood.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES POWER TOOL USE AND CARE 1. Avoid accidental start-ups. Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position before connecting the plug to a power source or carrying the tool. 2. Check power tool for damaged parts. Check for misalignment of moving parts, jamming, breakage, improper mounting, or any other conditions that may affect the tool’s operation.
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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.
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SPECIFIC RULES FOR DRUM SANDERS 1. INSPECT THE TOOL. Before operation, check the tool for any damage or missing parts. Make sure all adjust- ments are correct and all connections are tight. Do not use the tool if any part is missing or damaged. Check the conveyor belt to make sure there is no debris or sawdust between components.
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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.
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UNPACKING Carefully unpack all items from the box. Do not discard the packaging until the machine is completely assembled. Check all parts and compare against the list below. If any part is damaged or missing, please contact our customer service at (800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email techsupport@wenproducts.com. PACKING LIST Parts Hardware...
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ASSEMBLY WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental startups, do not plug in the drum sander until all assembly and preparation procedures have been completed. STEP 1: ASSEMBLING THE STAND (Fig. 1) Long Top Braces (x2) Short Top Braces (x2) Long Bottom Braces (x2) Short Bottom Braces (x2) Legs (x2) M8-1.25 x 12...
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ASSEMBLY STEP 2: INSTALLING THE WHEELS (Fig. 2) Wheel Brackets (x2) Wheels (x2) Wheel Axle (x1) M8-1.25 x 16 M8-1.25 Cotter Pins Hex Bolts (x4) Lock Nuts (x4) 4 x 20mm (x2) 1. Attach the 2 wheel brackets to the 2 wheel- mounting legs with (4) M8-1.25 x 16 hex bolts and (4) M8-1.25 lock nuts.
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ASSEMBLY STEP 4: MOUNTING THE MACHINE ONTO THE STAND (Fig. 4) 10mm Flat Washers (x4) M10-1.5 x 30 Hex Bolts (x4) M10-1.5 x 30 Hex Nut (x4) Drum Sander Assembly (x1) 1. This sander weighs over 150 lbs, so you will need a strong mus- cular friend (or a trustworthy foe) to help you lift it up.
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3. Connect the dust hose to your dust-collection system of choice. NOTE: The dust port on your sander is compatible with the WEN 28200 10 ft. dust hose and the WEN 28221 20 ft. dust hose, avail- Fig. 6 able at wenproducts.com.
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12-7/8″ (326mm) 62-1/2″ (1585mm) NOTE: Your friends at WEN offer pre-cut sandpaper in different grit size specifically for your drum sander. Sand- paper can be ordered from wenproducts.com by searching the model number 65910. WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental startups, always ensure that the tool is switched OFF and unplugged from the power supply before making adjustments.
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PREPARATION To install new sandpaper (Fig. 9 - 12): 1. Roll the sanding drum until the slot on the left of the drum is on top. Reach under the left lip of the drum to locate the spring clamp. 2. Lift the clamping device and insert the end of the replacement sandpaper into the slot (Fig.
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PREPARATION WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental startups, always ensure that the tool is switched OFF and unplugged from the power supply before making adjustments. INTRODUCTION The drum sander is a machine designed to sand wooden workpieces to a desired thickness and smoothness. Before adjusting and operating the machine, it is important to know that drum sanding is different from thickness planing.
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PREPARATION ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF CUT (Fig. 13) The depth of cut of your drum sander is the amount of ma- terial that is removed by the sanding drum in one pass. The proper depth of cut depends on many variables, including the feed rate, hardness of the material and width of the material.
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OPERATION WARNING: Do not attempt to plug in or operate your tool until the entire operator’s manual has been read and understood. Make sure that the machine is assembled and setup properly. Failure to do so could result in personal injury and damage to the tool. WARNING: Loose hair, clothing, or jewelry could get caught in machinery and cause serious personal injury.
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ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental startups, always ensure that the tool is switched OFF and unplugged from the power supply before making adjustments. The following settings should be correctly adjusted from the factory. However, they may need to be checked and adjusted to ensure optimal sanding performance.
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ADJUSTMENTS HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT TENSION SCREWS (Fig. 16 & 17) The six height adjustment tension screws on the height adjustment wheel side of the sander apply pressure to the sliding mechanism of the sand- ing head. The tightness of the screws can be tuned to allow accurate and smooth height adjustments.
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ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE PRESSURE ROLLER (Fig. 20 & 21) There are two pressure rollers (Fig. 20 - 1) on each side of the sand- ing drum. The rollers extrude slightly below the bottom of the drum in order to press the workpiece against the conveyor belt as it passes through the sander.
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MAINTENANCE WARNING: To prevent serious injury from accidental operation, always turn off and disconnect the machine from power source before installation, cleaning and maintenance operations. WARNING: Use caution when performing maintenance on the drum sander. Do not wear long sleeve shirts, neckties or jewelry.
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MAINTENANCE CONVEYOR FEED BELT REPLACEMENT (Fig. 24 & 25) Regularly check the conveyor belt before operation. The conveyor belt may need replacement due to normal wear and tear, contact with the sanding drum abrasive during operation, mis-tracking of the conveyor belt, or excessive build-up.
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TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur or risk serious per- sonal injury. Repairs and replacements should only be performed by authorized personnel. If you have any questions, please contact our customer service at (800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST. Problem Common Causes Solution...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Common Causes Solution Workpiece 1. Conveyor belt dirty or worn. 1. Clean/replace conveyor belt (see page 21). slips on con- 2. Pressure rollers not properly adjusted. 2. Properly adjust pressure roller (see page 20). veyor. 1. Height lock knob not tight and 1.
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Qty. P0716001 HANDLE GRIP P0716016 RIGHT LONG TOP BRACE P0716002 HANDLE PLN04M LOCK NUT M8-1.25 Handle Grip 65910-017 Lock Nut M8-1.25 PS25M PHLP HD SCR M4-.7 X 35 P0716018 LEFT REAR STAND LEG Handle 65910-018 Left Rear Stand Leg P0716004...
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EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST CONVEYOR 103 104 117 118 Part No. Description Qty. Part No. Description Qty. 65910-101 Conveyor Belt 65910-131 Switch Housing Bracket 65910-102 Cap Screw M5-0.8 X 16 65910-132 Terminal Block 4P 65910-103 Compression Spring 65910-133 Switch Housing Plate...
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EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Main MAIN -44- Model G0716 (Mfg. Since 2/11)
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Hex Nut M4-0.7 65910-261 Thin Nut M16-1.5 65910-213 Sanding Drum V2.08.10 65910-262 Phlp Hd Scr M6-1 X 35 65910-SP80 Sandpaper 3”W X 63” 80 Grit 65910-263 Hex Bolt M8-1.25 X 40 65910-215 Torsion Spring 65910-264 Roll Pin 6 X 26...
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LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality. LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN CONSUMER POWER TOOLS PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser only, that all WEN con- sumer power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase.
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