This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a JDS-12B Sander. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety through the use of accepted correct operating and maintenance procedures. Completely read the safety and maintenance instructions before operating or servicing the machine.
Always keep guards in place and in proper operating condition. Do not operate the machine This disc sander is intended to be used with wood and wood products only. Use of this disc sander and a dust collector with metal products is a potential fire hazard.
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ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE SERVICING. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure the switch is in the off position before plugging in. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of accessories and attachments not recommended by JET may cause hazards or risk of injury to persons. NEVER STAND ON A MACHINE.
115 Volt Operation As received from the factory, your sander is ready to run at 115 volt operation. This sander, when wired for 115 volt, is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet and a plug that looks like the one illustrated in (A).
1. Disconnect the machine from the power source. 2. This JET sander is supplied with four motor leads that are connected for 115V operation, as shown in Figure A. Reconnect these four motor leads for 230V operation, as shown in Figure B.
Specifications JDS-12B Stock Number... 708433 Disc Diameter...12” Table Tilt ... 15 Up - 45 Down Dust Chute Diameter ...4” Disc Table ...16-3/8" W x 9-3/4” D Motor... 1 HP, 115/230V, 60Hz, 1Ph Impeller ... 9” x 1-13/16” Overall Dimensions ...21” W x 25-5/8" D x 21” H Net Weight (approx.) ...100 Lbs.
Tighten the nuts to secure the sander to the stand. Note: If you are going to use the sander as a benchtop unit mount the sander to the workbench with the supplied bolts.
Table Adjustment The table stops have been set-up at the factory. However, if you run into a problem, or want to check the table follow the below listed steps. 1. Loosen lock knobs (B, Fig. 4) and move the table to the 90 degree position. knobs and place a square (A, Fig.
The JDS-12B disc sander is rated 115V/230V, Prewired 115V. If you want to run the JDS-12B on 230V refer to the wiring diagram found on the inside of the switch box cover (F, Fig. 8). Before hooking up to the power source, make sure that the switch is in the off position.
Machine vibrates excessively Sanded edge not square Sanding marks on wood Troubleshooting Possible Cause 1. Sander unplugged from wall or motor 2. Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped 3. Cord damaged 1. Extension cord too light or too long 2.
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Parts List For The JDS-12B Benchtop Disc Sander Index Part Description 1...612131... Guard Base ..1 2...MH612001 ... Motor...1 HP, 1Ph 110V/220V ... 1 ...JDS12B-MFC... Motor Fan Cover (not shown) ..1 ...JDS12B-MF ... Motor Fan (not shown)..1 ...JDS12B-CS...