Belt Sander Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
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Table of Contents Intended Use .................................................................................................. 4 Technical Specifications ................................................................................. 4 Important Safety Considerations .................................................................... 5 Safety Signs and Labels ................................................................................ 8 Air Supply ..................................................
Intended Use Simple belt tension lever increases pulley space new thicker belts. Variable speed control allows you to choose the proper speed for your work: The first section speed 15,500 RPM. The second section speed 14,500 RPM. The third section speed 13,000 RPM. The fourth section speed 11,000 RPM. The fifth section speed 10,000 RPM. Technical Specifications Item Description Air Consumption 3.5 CFM Speed (RPM) 10,000-15,000 RPM Air Inlet Size 1/4 in. NPT Minimum Air Hose Size 3/8 in.
Important Safety Considerations • DO NOT modify the tool in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or safety of the tool and could affect the life of the tool. There are specific applications for which the tool is designed. • Use the right tool for the job. DO NOT attempt to force small equipment to do the work of larger industrial equipment. There are certain applications for which this equipment was designed.
WORK AREA SAFETY • Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well lit. Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the tool in confined work areas may put you dangerously close to other cutting tools and rotating parts. • Do not use the tool where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g., in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The tool can create sparks, which may ignite the dust or fumes.
TOOL USE AND CARE • USE COMPRESSED AIR ONLY. Use clean, dry, and regulated compressed air to power the tool. Do not use oxygen, carbon dioxide, or any other bottled gas as a power source for this tool. • Lubricate the tool before its initial use and before and after each additional use. • Do not force the tool. Pneumatic tools do a better and safer job when used in the manner for which they are designed. Plan your work, and use the correct tool for the job. • Check for damaged parts before each use.
Safety Signs and Labels Page 8 of 18
Air Supply WARNING: Operating the tool at pressures over the rated capacity may cause severe damage and/or personal injury. Do not exceed 90 PSI while operating the tool. Do not use an accessory rated at a lower maximum pressure than the tool itself. CAUTION: The air supply must be clean while operating the tool. Unclean air will cause excessive wear, shorten the life of the tool, and may cause damage and/or personal injury.
Assembly 1. Wrap the 1/4 in. air nipple with pipe thread seal tape (not included), and then thread it into the air inlet on the air tool. 2. Connect the 3/8 in. I.D. air hose (not included) to a quick-connect coupler (not included) and then to the air nipple. 3. Turn on the air compressor and set it to 90 PSI. Do not exceed the recommended air pressure of 90 PSI. 4. Check the air connection for leaks. Lubrication Air tools require lubrication throughout their lifetime.
Operating Instructions • To use the adjustable knob to change the speed; there are five section speeds: The first section speed 15,500 RPM. The second section speed 14,500 RPM. The third section speed 13,000 RPM. The forth section speed 11,000 RPM. The fifth section speed 10,000 RPM. • Release the throttle control lever to stop the tool. Replace the sanding belt. Disengage and remove the sanding belt from the idle pulley after pushing the idle pulley in the direction.
Maintenance WARNING: To avoid risk of severe injury, disconnect the air supply from the tool before performing any maintenance, cleaning, or inspection. Maintain your tool. It is recommended that the general condition of any tool be examined before it is used. Keep your tool in good repair by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance in accordance with the recommended procedures found in this manual. Keep all cutting tools sharp and clean.
Diagram Page 13 of 18
Parts List Part No.
Part No. Description Quantity 47923-40 Throttle Lever 1 47923-41 Throttle Pin (ψ3×20) 1 47923-42 Valve Body 1 47923-43 O-Ring (S11.
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or '"Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or “Your”) that the Klutch Air Tool product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
Governing Law This limited warranty gives You specific legal rights, and You also may have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow limitations or exclusions on implied warranties or incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to You. This limited warranty is governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota, without regard to rules pertaining to conflicts of law.
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • lead from lead-based paints, • crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and • arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work.
