Rikon Power Tools 50-1428 Operator's Manual

Belt / disc sander

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50-1428
1" x 42" Belt / 8" Disc Sander
Operator's Manual
Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference.
Serial Number: _________________________
Date of purchase: _________________________
For technical support or parts questions, email techsupport@rikontools.com or call toll free at (877) 884-5167
www.rikontools.com
50-1428M1

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  • Page 1 50-1428 1” x 42” Belt / 8” Disc Sander Operator’s Manual Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference. Serial Number: _________________________ Date of purchase: _________________________ For technical support or parts questions, email techsupport@rikontools.com or call toll free at (877) 884-5167 www.rikontools.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    NOTE: The specifications, photographs, drawings and information in this manual represent the current model when the manual was prepared. Changes and improvements may be made at any time, with no obligation on the part of RIKON Power Tools, Inc. to modify previously delivered units.
  • Page 3 SAFETY SYMBOLS IMPORTANT! Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this equipment. The following instructions must be followed at all times. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed.
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12. KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN 25. ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO PREVENT WORKING ORDER. INHALING DANGEROUS DUST OR AIRBORNE PARTICLES, including wood dust, crystalline silica dust 13. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure that and asbestos dust. Direct particles away from face and the power switch is in the “OFF”...
  • Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EXTENSION CORDS ELECTRICAL SAFETY THE USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD THIS TOOL MUST BE GROUNDED WITH THIS MACHINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED. For WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM best power and safety, plug the machine directly into a ELECTRIC SHOCK.
  • Page 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR SANDERS This machine is intended for the surfacing of natural, solid woods and composite materials. Any other use not as specified, including modification of the machine or use of parts not tested and approved by the equipment manufacturer can cause unforeseen damage, and invalidate the warranty.
  • Page 7: Contents Of Package

    5. Set packing material and shipping carton aside. Do not discard until the machine has been set up and is running properly. 50-1428 1” x 42” Belt / 8” Disc Variable Speed Sander TABLE OF LOOSE PARTS A. Belt & Disc Sander Assembly G.
  • Page 8: Getting To Know Your Sander

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SANDER 50-1428 A. Mounting Hole in Base K. Sanding Belt Table B. Sanding Disc Table L. Sanding Belt Table Lock Handle C. Miter Gauge M. ON/OFF Safety Switch D. Sanding Disc Guard N. Disc Table Angle Scale & Lock Knob E.
  • Page 9: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN NOTE: The parts listed in the instructions refer to AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL the Parts Diagrams & Parts Lists on pages 17 to 19. FULL ASSEMBLY AND ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. MOUNTING THE SANDER TO A WORKBENCH Machine Bolt CAUTION: If during operation there is any tendency for the sander...
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS INSTALLING THE SANDING DISC TABLE THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE - CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE 2. Place Washers (#19) on the threaded shafts of the IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL FULL ASSEMBLY AND two Locking Knobs (#18) and insert them through the ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE.
  • Page 11: Adjustments

    ADJUSTMENTS DISC TABLE ADJUSTMENTS - continued Both Disc and Belt tables have Support Brackets (#2, 75, 76) with Bolts (#22, 77) 4. To adjust the disc-table to another angle, loosen that can be loosened to adjust the tables closer or the 2 disc-table adjustment handles.
  • Page 12 ADJUSTMENTS INSTALLING & CHANGING SANDING BELTS THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN SANDING BELT REMOVAL: THE OFF POSITION UNTIL FULL ASSEMBLY AND ALL 1. Remove the side Belt Cover (#83) by loosening the ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE.
  • Page 13: General Use

    GENERAL USAGE ON/OFF SWITCH 1. To start the sander, the Power Switch must be in the “OFF” position. FIG. K. 2. Stand to the side of the sander and plug in the power cord to a suitable power source. 3. Remain to the side of the sander and turn it “ON” by moving the power switch to the up position.
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Service on these tools should only be performed by an authorized, qualified technician. SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Motor will not start. 1. Low voltage. 1. Check power source for proper voltage. 2. Open circuit in motor or loose 2.
  • Page 15: Maintenance

    TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Burn marks on workpiece. 1. Using a sanding grit that is too 1. Use a coarser-grit sandpaper. fine. 2. Reduce work piece pressure on 2. Using too much pressure. the sandpaper while sanding. 3. Work held still for too long 3.
  • Page 16: Wiring Diagram

    ® RIKON Power Tools Inc. (“Seller”) warrants to only the original retail consumer/purchaser of our products that each product be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date the product was purchased at retail.
  • Page 17: Parts Diagram

    PARTS DIAGRAM 50-1428 1” X 42” BELT / 8” DISC SANDER ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 18: Parts List

    PARTS LIST DESCRIPTION QTY. PART NO. Belt tension handle P50-1428-1 Tension handle base P50-1428-2 Inner hex bolt M8x12 P50-1428-3 Tension spring P50-1428-4 Shaft circlip D16 P50-1428-5 Driven eccentric shaft P50-1428-6 Belt tracking knob P50-1428-7 Handle spring P50-1428-8 Support base P50-1428-9 Hex nut M5 P50-1428-10 Phillips screw assembly M5x12...
  • Page 19: Accessories

    PARTS LIST DESCRIPTION QTY. PART NO. P50-1428-56 Capacitor P50-1428-57 Capacitor support P50-1428-58 Phillips screw assembly M5x8 P50-1428-59 Hex nut M8 P50-1428-60 Phillips screw assembly M4x8 P50-1428-61 Pointer P50-1428-62 Sanding disc plate Sanding disc pad P50-1428-63 P50-1428-64 Phillips screw M6x16 P50-1428-65 Sanding disc PSA paper 8”...
  • Page 20 50-1428 For more information: 25 Commerce Way North Andover, MA 01845 877-884-5167 / 978-528-5380 techsupport@rikontools.com www.rikontools.com 50-1428M1...

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