Nilfisk-ALTO Classic 12 - Manual (Page 15)

AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 12 Belt Sander Operator's Manual Page 15
Sander Adjustment Procedures
DANGER: Electrocution could occur if main-
tenance and repairs are performed
on a unit that is not disconnected
from the power source. Discon-
nect the power supply before at-
tempting any maintenance or ser-
vice.
DANGER: Moving parts of this machine can
cause serious injury and/or dam-
age. Keep hands, feet and loose
clothing away from all moving parts
of the sander.
The following information provides details on how to
adjust different features/controls of the sander.
Dust Shoe
To adjust the dust shoe follow this procedure:
1. Disconnect machine from power supply.
2. Loosen the three screws fastening the dust shoe
to the chassis.
3. Adjust the dust shoe forward to reduce clearance.
4. Adjust the dust shoe rearward to increase clear-
ance.
5. Align the dust shoe to the chassis and tighten all
three screws. See figure 11.
Sanding Pressure
To adjust the sanding pressure follow this procedure:
1. Screw the sanding pressure knob clockwise to
increase the sanding pressure when making the
initial cut.
2. Screw the sanding pressure knob counter-
clockwise to decrease the sanding pressure when
making finishing cuts.
Minimum pressure is reached when the sanding
pressure knob extends 7/8" off of the casting. See
figure 12.
Figure 11
Figure 12