This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a Wilton 41002 Belt/Disc Sander. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety using accepted operating and maintenance procedures. To obtain maximum life and efficiency from your sander and to aid in using it safely, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully.
Warning 1. Read and understand the entire owners manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury. 3.
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blahblahblah 21. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. 22. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious injury. 23. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the abrasives or other moving parts.
This manual is provided by WMH Tool Group covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Wilton 2x42x8 Belt and Disc Sander. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. This machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance with instructions set forth in this manual.
Unpacking Open shipping container and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discard any shipping material until the sander is assembled and running properly. Compare the contents of your container with the following parts list to make sure all parts are intact.
Assembly Tools needed for assembly: • 10mm open-end wrench • Cross-point (Phillips) screwdriver • Combination square, measuring device. Sander must be unplugged from power source during assembly. Remove the protective coating from the surfaces of the sander and from any loose parts. This coating may be removed with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene (do not use acetone, gasoline or lacquer thinner for this purpose).
Installing Disc Table 1. Position the disc table at an angle, as shown in Figure 3, and slide the table on so that the trunnion slots fit over the raised tracks on the disc guard. 2. Install a flat washer onto each of the two remaining handles.
Grounding Instructions This machine grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
Extension Cords Use proper extension cords. Make sure the cord rating is suitable for the amperage of the machine’s motor. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Use the chart in Figure 9 as a general guide in choosing the correct size cord.
4. Tighten both handles securely. avoid workpiece or fingers between the table and abrasive disc, the table edge should be positioned a maximum of 1/16” from the abrasive disc. Use of the Miter Gauge The miter gauge is used to sand accurate angles on workpieces.
Abrasive Belt Replacement 1. Unplug the Sander from the power source. 2. Unscrew and remove the two knobs on the belt cover. 3. Remove the belt cover. 4. Rotate the tension handle (Figure 6) to loosen the belt, and remove the old belt from around the wheels.
8. Make further adjustments as needed. 9. Tighten the hex nut to secure the setting. Abrasive Disc Replacement 1. Unplug the sander from the power source. 2. Remove the dust cover and the disc table. To remove the disc table, remove the handles then tilt the disc table upward while pulling it away from the disc.
Operation This sander is intended for dry sanding of metals. Do not use lubricants. Do not sand or polish magnesium; it may create a fire hazard. Also, do not sand very small or very thin workpieces that cannot be safely controlled. Starting and Stopping the Sander The on/off switch is located on the side of the motor housing.
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The following are just some of the many operations that can be performed with your Wilton Sander. • Sharpening a wood chisel on the sanding belt using a block of wood. Use the block of wood to support the chisel and provide clearance for the chisel handle.
Maintenance Before performing maintenance on the machine, disconnect it from the electrical supply by pulling out the plug or switching off the main switch. Failure to comply may cause serious injury. Keep the table surfaces clean and free of rust. If rust appears on the tables, use 000 steel wool with a paste mixture of household ammonia and good...
Troubleshooting Trouble Probable Cause Not connected to power source. Branch circuit fuse is blown or the circuit breaker is tripped. Sander will not start. Voltage is too low. Switch is defective. Motor failure. Motor stalls easily. Low voltage. Abrasive disc separates from Improper bond.
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