GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EXTREME CAUTION SHOULD BE USED IN OPERATING ALL POWER TOOLS. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL, BE FAMILIAR WITH ITS OPERATION. READ OWNER’S MANUAL PRACTICE SAFE USAGE PROCEDURES AT ALL TIMES. CONNECT your machine ONLY to the matched and specified power source.
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FEATURES As part of the growing line of Craftex woodworking equipment, we are proud to offer the B318N Belt/Disc Sander. The Craftex name guarantees Craft Excellence. By following the instructions and procedures laid out in this owner’s manual, you will receive years of excellent service and satisfaction. The B318N is a professional tool and like all power tools, proper care and safety procedures should be adhered to.
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ASSEMBLY The table and stand are shipped disassembled. To attach the two, please use the following procedures. 1. Remove the stand assembly from the packaging carton. Assemble the stand together. (See Fig.1) 2. Remove the work support from the packaging carton and place it on the sanding belt base.
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Assembly Continued Changing Belts 1. Remove the table from the machine. 2. Release the tension on the upper drum by turning the handle. 3. Remove the old belt and place new belt over the center of the roller assembly, then tighten the tension assembly.
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Assembly Continued Horizontal to vertical Position 1. With the use of a # 13 open end wrench loosen the nuts located in Fig. (4). 2. The nuts are located in the back of the disc. 3. You can now raise or lower the position of the belt.
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Operation Continued Surface Sanding 1. Surface sanding is made easier when the belt sander is in the horizontal position. 2. Keep the work snug against the table as you move it slowly against the belt . 3. Keep your left hand lightly on the surface and place the right hand against the end of the stock to feed it forward.
General Information Sanding Disc • The sanding disc is a standard 9” diameter peel and stick. • Use 80 grit for general purpose. • Use 50 grit for rough or course sanding. • 100 grit and over for fine sanding. Sanding Belt •...
RETURNS, REPAIRS AND REPLACEMENTS To return, repair, or replace a Craftex product, you must visit the appropriate Busy Bee Tools showroom. Craftex is a brand of equipment that is exclusive to Busy Bee Tools. For replacement parts directly from Busy Bee Tools, for this machine, please call 1-800-461-BUSY(2879), and have your credit card and part number handy.
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