WEN 6502 4 x 6 Belt / Disc Sander - Manual (Page 16)

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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Machine
vibrates
excessively 1) Incorrect motor mounting.
2) Incorrect sanding-belt tension.
3) Weak or broken tension spring.
4) Idler roller is too loose.
5) Broken/defective sanding accessories. 1) Have motor mountings inspected by service
technician.
2) Adjust tension adjustment knob. Follow belt-
tensioning/ tracking instructions in this manual.
3) Have tension spring replaced by service techni-
cian.
4) Have service technician adjust idler roller.
5) Replace sanding belt/disc.
Workpiece
frequently
gets pulled
out of opera-
tor’s hands 1) Not supporting the workpiece against the
stop.
2) Attempting to sand (unaided) a work-
piece that is too small. 1) Use the platen (backstop) or mitre gauge to sup-
port the workpiece.
2) Use another hand tool or jig to grasp or hold the
workpiece.
Workpiece
lifts up from
the sanding
disc/table. Sanding on the “up” side of the wheel. Sand on right side of sanding disc (as operator
faces the disc).
Machine
slows when
operating 1) Feed rate too great.
2) Use of undersized circuit or extension
cord. 1) Reduce the rate at which the workpiece is fed
into the working area of the tool.
2) Ensure circuit wires or extension cords are
proper gauge, or eliminate use of extension cords.
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