READ THIS BOOK This book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine. Failure to read this book prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your American Sanders machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel;...
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DANGER: Failure to read the Owner’s Manual prior to operating or servicing your American Sanders machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as well. You must have training in the operation of this machine before using it.
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General Power Tool Safety Warnings WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future use. Safety Warnings For Sanding Operations This power tool is intended to function as a sander.
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General Power Tool Safety Warnings Additional Rules For Safe Operation Empty the dust bag or dust collection receiver frequently. Do not leave residue in dust bag or dust collection receiver unattended. Always empty into a non-combustible metal container. Sanding wood or varnish produces dust that can self ignite and cause injury or damage.
Introduction The FloorCrafter can be used on a variety of surfaces. It is an ideal tool for wood flooring maintenance and restoration work. Machine Specifications Part # 07239A Model FloorCrafter 8 Electrical Requirements 240V~, 50Hz / 11.8 A, 2.2kW Sound Emission (Lpm)* 96.2 dB(A) Vibration 2.88 m/s...
Machine Transportation WARNING: The machine is heavy. Remove the motor from the machine before transporting. Get help loading the machine and motor. Use proper lifting techniques. Transporting the Machine - Using the Dolly Cart CAUTION: When deploying the dolly, the drum will contact the floor or ground over which the machine is resting. Care should be taken to avoid surfaces which might damage or contaminate the drum.
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Figure 7 Transporting the Machine - One Person Figure 8 NOTE: This is accomplished by removing the motor from the chassis and transporting the motor and chassis separately. Transporting the Machine by Carrying - Two People To transport the machine, follow this procedure 1.
Machine Setup To set-up your machine, follow this procedure: Familiarize yourself with the machine and read all danger, warning, and caution statements. Make sure all operators of this machine have read this Operator's Manual. If they cannot read this manual, have the manual explained fully before allowing anyone to operate the sander.
FRANÇAIS Assemblage de l’appareil 7. Insérez une nouvelle bande abrasive en la glissant au- dessus du rouleau compensateur et du tambour. (voir figure 12). 8. Faites tourner le levier à blocage rapide vers l’arrière pour resserrer la bande abrasive. MISE EN GARDE : Ne forcez pas le levier à...
Operating Instructions WARNING: Serious operator injury could occur if the operator has tied or strapped the loose end of the operator’s belt strap to the machine. Always wrap the strap so that you can let go and get away quickly in case of bag fire or explosion.
Cómo evitar marcas de vibraciones y ondulaciones Chatter Wave Prevention Las máquinas de Clarke Sanders están diseñadas y fabricadas con las American Sanders belt sanders are designed and manufactured to the most rigid tolerancias más estrictas. Sin embargo, después de un corte de acabado, es tolerances.
ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS Sander Adjustment Procedures Procédures de réglage de Procedimientos de ajuste la ponceuse de la lijadora DANGER: Electrocution could occur if maintenance and repairs are performed on a unit that is not properly disconnected from the PELIGRO: Puede producirse electrocución si se realizan power source.
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uniforme. Si es necesario, realice los ajustes correspondientes. 3. Marque la nueva ubicación del indicador en la unidad principal Alineación de la correa NOTA: La correa de lijado debe correr uniformemente sobre la cara de la Belt Tracking rueda de contacto. Para esto, el borde exterior de dicha correa debe estar a NOTE: The sanding belt should run evenly on the face of the drum.
Routine Maintenance The following items need to be periodically inspected and maintained to keep your sander in good working condition. Sanding Chamber Periodically blow out the sanding chamber to prevent large accumulations of debris which could interfere with the performance of the tension roller. NOTE: The tension lever should be in the run/tight abrasive position to blow out.
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Troubleshooting Problem Cause Action Burning or glazing. Dull abrasive. Replace abrasive. Excessive sanding pressure. Decrease sanding pressure setting. (Fig. #16, page 14). Too fine of an abrasive belt. Use coarser abrasive. Slow cutting. Dull abrasive. Replace abrasive. Too fine of an abrasive belt. Use a coarser abrasive belt.
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Handle Assembly Item Ref. No. Description 10145A MOUNT HANDLE CONTROL 64405A HANDLE-STEERING 20016A SWITCHBOX SANDER 21904C CLAMP STEERING HANDLE-BLACK 25601A LEVER CONTROL CLASSIC 8 NB071200 SCREW, SHOULDER, 1/2" X 5/8" X 3/8-16 85818A SCREW 5/16-18 X 2-1/2 HX HD 53537A ROD END 3/8-24 R.H.
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Belt Tensioner Assembly Item Ref. No. Description 699202 WIRE TIE 925546 PIN-3/16X1/2 ROLL 962165 SCR 10-24X 3/16 ST ST CUPPT 962870 SCR 3/8 -16X1 BT ST ALLEN 10247A CAM RELEASE WELDMENT 30087A BOOT-BELT TENSIONING ASM 51099A KNOB RELEASE 51211A E-RING .25 DIA 51216A ROD END FEMALE 51221A...
EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC We, Amano Pioneer Eclipse Corp. (1 Eclipse Road, PO Box 909, Sparta NC28675, USA) with authorized EU representative (see info under section importer) declare under our sole responsibility that the following described equipment in our delivered version complies with the appropriate basic safety and health requirements of the above-mentioned Directives based on its design and type, as brought into circulation by us.
Limited Warranty FloorCrafter TO QUALIFY FOR THIS WARRANTY INSTRUCTIONS AND CONDITIONS FOR WARRANTY REIMBURSEMENT (1) Machine must be registered within 30 days from the time of purchase on a form provided by American Sanders. Your Order replacement part: Orders will be processed and charged, American Sanders Distributor is responsible for the registration as normal procedure.
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