American Sanders FloorCrafter Belt Sander - Manual (Page 16)

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-16- Clarke ® American Sanders Operator's Manual (EN) - Floorcrafter
Figure 19
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Sander Adjustment Procedures
2. Drive the adjusting screw in , to sand heavier on the left
(the drive belt side). Back the adjusting screw out , to sand
heavier on the right (the side opposite the drive belts). Test
the setting on an even surface. Make further adjustments if
necessary.
3. Mark new pointer location on main frame
Belt Tracking
NOTE: The sanding belt should run evenly on the face of the
contact wheel. For this, the outer edge of the sanding belt must
be .09 inches (2mm) out from the end of the contact wheel. This
provides optimum transition between “passes”.
WARNING: Injury to the operator could occur if
any machine adjustments are made
while the motor is running. Do not
attempt to make any adjustments while
the machine is plugged in or running.
To adjust the belt tracking follow this procedure:
1. Locate the belt tracking adjuster screw. (See figure 18A)
2. Hold the belt tracking adjuster screw and loosen the locknut.
(See figure 18B).
3. Rotate the tracking adjuster screw counterclockwise to
move the belt in.
4. Rotate the tracking adjuster screw clockwise to move the
belt out.
5. Test adjustment and tighten the locknut.
Operating Control
To increase the travel or extend the reach on the grip control,
follow this procedure:
1. Loosen the locknut on the control rod. (See figure 19A)
2. Screw the control rod adjuster (See figure 19B) “In” until
the desired reach is found.
3. Tighten the locknut.