All directions given in this book are as seen from the operator’s position at the rear of the machine. For new books write to: ALTO U.S. INC., 2100 Highway 265, Springdale, Arkansas 72764. Form No. 70145A 11/00 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Printed in the...
• Do not expose this machine to rain or moisture. Damage to electrical components may occur. Store in a dry building. AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 3...
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To avoid damage to the floor, feather cut in at a normal sanding rate. Do not dwell while lowering or raising the contact wheel. Always sand at a constant rate. Page 4 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual...
8. Use caution if motor is removed for transporting (weight 108 lbs). The machine weighs 106 lbs. (minus the motor). 9. Always operate in a well ventilated area. 10. Always dispose of sanding dust properly. AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 5...
See parts list for optional wheels. Always consult with the flooring manufacturer on the proper installation, prepara- tion, and finishing of their product. Determine suitability of your equipment in preparing the product. Page 6 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual...
Feet/Wire Guage (Stranded Copper) Source Voltage 0 - 100' 100 - 250' Use Voltage Booster If motor appears to labor or takes a considerably longer time to come up to speed, reduce sanding pressure. AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 7...
CAUTION: Premature bearing failure can occur if the fan belt is set too Figure 5 tight. The fan belt should deflect no less than ½" at 5 lbs. Page 8 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual...
When transporting the machine with two people follow this procedure: 1. One operator places hands under the front of the machine main casting. 2. Person #2 lifts the machine by the handle AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 9...
12. Close the access door. Place the end of the draw latch over the keeper on the access door and push the latch flat against the main frame to secure. Figure 10 Page 10 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual...
DANGER: Hitting a nail while sanding can cause sparks and create an explosion or fire. Always use a hammer and punch to counter- sink all nails before sanding floors. AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 11...
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7. Gradually feather-cut out at the termination point (the end of your pass) by easing the contact wheel up with the control lever. Stagger the termination points for a better blend when edging. Page 12 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual...
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C. Second pass forward, overlap ½ the drum width. second path forward, etc..for the entire room. E. Work the remaining unsanded floor in the same fashion, right to left. Figure 12, A - E AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 13...
For final sanding of certain conifers. 945836 945910 150 grit For final sanding of certain conifers where a smooth 945835 945911 surface is desired. 180 grit For surface roughing between coats of finish. 945834 Page 14 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual...
2. Screw the sanding pressure knob up to decrease the sanding pressure when making the finishing cut. Figure 14 Minimum pressure is reached when the sanding pressure knob extends 7/8" off of the casting. See figure #14. AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 15...
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1. Loosen the locknut on the control rod. See figure #17. Figure 17 2. Screw the control rod adjuster until desired reach is found. 3. Tighten the locknut. Page 16 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual...
2500 hrs. Tension roller after 1 2500 hrs. Arbor shaft after 1 5000 hrs. Motor shaft after 1 5000 hrs. Rollers Periodically check the guide rollers and the tension roller for wear. AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 17...
Contact an authorized dealer. Defective capacitor. Contact an authorized dealer. Uneven cut. Leveling out of adjustment. Readjust leveling. Abrasive belt tracking. Adjust belt to track towards the edge of drum with deepest cut. Chatter Page 18 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual...
High edge on contact wheel. Check several different abrasive belts. Contact an authorized dealer or replace the contact wheel. Abrasive belt tears along its Debris built-up on (top) tension roller. Clean tension roller. length. AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 19...
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