Full Product Manual

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Model W1831 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/15)
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning
Schedule
To clean your machine, vacuum excess wood chips and
sawdust, and wipe off any remaining dust with a dry cloth.
Sawdust and other particles can also work their way under
the table insert, so this area also needs to be cleaned.
Sanding sleeves can be cleaned with the PRO-STIK
®
clean-
ers on Page 18.
Approximately every 30 days (or once a month) of usage
remove the bottom plate (Part #90 on Page 28), clean/
vacuum dust from inside the sander body and off of the
motor, and re-install the bottom plate.
To clean the table, do these steps:
1. DISCONNECT SANDER FROM POWER.
2. Remove sanding drum and table insert as described
in the Sanding Drum/Sleeve Installation instructions
on Page 17.
3. Wipe or vacuum out any dust or particles that have
accumulated beneath the table insert on the table
opening, shown in Figure 14.
Figure 14. Table insert area.
For optimum performance from your machine, follow this
maintenance schedule and refer to any specific instructions
given in this section.
Before Each Use
After Each Use
Monthly Maintenance
• Clean/vacuum dust buildup from inside the sander
body and off of the motor.
• Inspect the sanding drums and sleeves for wear or
damage.
• Check for worn or damaged wires.
• Check for any other unsafe condition that could
hamper operation of this machine or cause potential
injury.
• Tu rn the sander OFF.
• Clean up any sawdust or particle residue from the
machine.
• Protect table.
MAKE SURE that your machine is
unplugged during all maintenance pro-
cedures! If this warning is ignored, seri-
ous personal injury may occur.
4. Re-install table insert and sanding
drum.
5. To protect the table from rust, coat
the table surface with a quality metal
protectant.
To avoid damage to your eyes and
lungs, always wear safety glasses and a
respirator when cleaning sander.
Spindle
Washer
Table Insert
Spindle
Hex Nut
Base Washer
Table Opening
Sanding Drum
and Sleeve