MODEL 65911 10-INCH DRUM SANDER For replacement parts visit WENPRODUCTS.COM IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Specifications.......................................................................................2 Introduction.........................................................................................3 General Safety Rules............................................................................4 Electrical Information...........................................................................6 Specific Rules for Your Drum Sander...................................................
INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN drum sander. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first, please take a moment to read through the manual. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all the labels affixed to the tool. This manual provides information regarding potential safety concerns, as well as helpful assembly and operating instructions for your tool. WARNING: Indicates danger, warning, or caution.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your item works. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING: Read and understand all warnings, cautions and operating instructions before using this tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in personal injury and tool damage. WORK AREA SAFETY 1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. 2.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: Dust generated from certain materials can be hazardous to your health. Always operate the tool in a well-ventilated area and wear a dust mask. Use dust collection systems when processing wood and plastics. Dust extractors or dust bags must not be connected when processing metals. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE 1. Avoid accidental start-ups. Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position before connecting the plug to a power source or carrying the tool. 2.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides the path of least resistance for an electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances. DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED.
SPECIFIC RULES FOR DRUM SANDERS 1. INSPECT THE TOOL. Before operation, check the tool for any damage or missing parts. Make sure all adjustments are correct and all connections are tight. Do not use the tool if any part is missing or damaged. Check the conveyor belt to make sure there is no debris or sawdust between components. Never sand with the sanding drum cover open or safety guards removed. 2. PERSONAL SAFETY.
KNOW YOUR DRUM SANDER Use the diagram below to become familiarized with the components and controls of your drum sander. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our Customer Service at (800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com.
UNPACKING PACKING LIST Check your packing list against the diagram below. If any part is damaged or missing, please contact our customer service at (800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com. 3 2 1 5 4 12 9 8 6 7 10 13 11 S10 S5 S8 S7 S3 S1 S11 S2 NO.
ASSEMBLY WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental startups, do not plug in the drum sander until all assembly and preparation procedures have been completed. ASSEMBLING THE STAND (FIG. 2) Long Top Braces (x2) Long Bottom Braces (x2) Short Top Braces (x2) Short Bottom Braces (x2) Legs (x4) M8-1.25x12 Carriage Bolts (x32) Feet Pads (x4) M8-1.
ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE WHEELS (FIG.3) Wheel Brackets (x2) Wheel Axle (x1) M8-1.25 Lock Nuts (x4) Wheels (x2) M8-1.25x16 Hex Bolts (x4) Cotter Pins 4x20mm (x2) 1. Attach the 2 wheel brackets to the 2 wheel-mounting legs with (4) M8-1.25 x 16 hex bolts and (4) M8-1.25 lock nuts. Note that the left and right wheel brackets are different configurations. Tighten the fasteners with a wrench. 2. Slide the wheel axle through the 2 wheel brackets.
ASSEMBLY MOUNTING THE MACHINE ONTO THE STAND (FIG. 5) M10-1.5 x 30 Hex Bolts (x4) Drum Sander Assembly (x1) 10mm Flat Washers (x4) M10-1.5 x 30 Hex Nut (x4) 1. This sander weighs over 150 lbs, so you will need a strong muscular friend (or a trustworthy foe) to help you lift it up. Carefully place the sander onto the assembled stand in the orientation you prefer (the motor side of the sander can be positioned above the wheels side or the handles side). 2.
ASSEMBLY MOUNTING THE DUST PORT (FIG. 7) WARNING: Sanding produces a lot of dust that could be harmful to your health. Always operate using a dust collection system and approved face mask to minimize the risk of lung damage from dust inhalation. DO NOT operate the drum sander without an adequate dust collection system. Dust Port (x1) Dust hose and hose clamp (x1) (not included) 1. Install the dust port onto the drum cover. 2.
SANDPAPER INSTALLATION SANDPAPER GRIT SIZE Your drum sander comes with 80-grit sandpaper pre-installed. The grit size of sandpaper determines the finish of the surface. The lower the grit number, the coarser the sandpaper and the rougher the sanded surface. The higher the grit number, the finer the sandpaper and the smoother the sanded surface. Typically, begin sanding with a coarse grit sandpaper and progressively work through finer grits until the desired finish or thickness is achieved.
SANDPAPER INSTALLATION WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental startups, always ensure that the tool is switched OFF and unplugged from the power supply before making adjustments. REMOVING EXISTING SANDPAPER (FIG. 8 & 9) 1. Disconnect the drum sander from the power supply. 2. Using a hex wrench, remove the socket-head screw and washer securing the drum cover. Lift up the cover to expose the sanding drum. 3. Roll the sanding drum until the slot on the right side of the drum is on top.
PREPARATION INSTALLING NEW SANDPAPER (FIG. 10-13) 1. Roll the sanding drum until the slot on the left of the drum is on top. Reach under the left lip of the drum to locate the spring clamp. NOTE: Align the directional arrows printed on the bottom of sandpaper with the drum’s rotation direction. Fig. 10 2. Lift the clamping device and insert the end of the replacement sandpaper into the slot (Fig. 10). Push the sandpaper so that about 1 inch of sandpaper is loaded to ensure enough grip.
PREPARATION PLANNING YOUR WORK Planning your work before operation will help to save time and minimize setups. Group your workpiece by thickness and grit requirements. Work through each required sanding grit from the thickest to the thinnest material. Then, change to a finer grit sandpaper and work through the process again. WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental startups, always ensure that the tool is switched OFF and unplugged from the power supply before making adjustments.
PREPARATION MINOR WARPING. When sanding workpieces with minor warping, make sure the concave side is downward, facing the conveyor belt. Check that the workpiece can be stable and well supported. Do not place the workpiece with the convex side down, as it will wobble during operation and cause kickback and possible injury. ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF CUT (FIG. 14) The depth of cut of your drum sander is the amount of material that is removed by the sanding drum in one pass.
PREPARATION ADJUSTING THE FEED RATE (FIG. 15) The feed rate is the speed that the conveyor belt travels to deliver the workpiece through the sanding drum. Setting the feed rate too fast may overload the motor, while setting the feed rate too slow may burn the surface of the workpiece. In general, a wider or harder workpiece and finer grit sandpaper will require a slower feed rate. 1 Rotate the feed rate dial (Fig. 15 - 1) to adjust the Fig. 15 conveyor belt feed rate.
PREPARATION 1. Make sure the drum sander is switched off and disconnected from the power supply. Connect the sander to a suitable dust collection system before operation. 2. Inspect the workpiece and make sure it is acceptable for the sanding operation. Make sure that the correct sandpaper grit is selected and the sandpaper is properly installed onto the drum. 3. Lay the workpiece flat on the conveyor belt below the sanding drum. 4. Loosen the height lock knob (Fig.
ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental startups, always ensure that the tool is switched OFF and unplugged from the power supply before making adjustments. The following settings should be correctly adjusted from the factory. However, they may need to be checked and adjusted to ensure optimal sanding performance. Refer to the sections below to adjust the following settings.
ADJUSTMENTS CONVEYOR BELT TRACKING ADJUSTMENT The conveyor belt should track in the center of the conveyor table. Occasionally check the belt tracking by running the conveyor belt at high speed for a few minutes. If the belt shifts to one side or the other, the belt tracking needs to be adjusted. NOTE: Do not allow the belt to track off the rollers as this may damage the belt. 1.
ADJUSTMENTS BELT TO DRUM ALIGNMENT (FIG. 19 & 20) Left Sanding Drum Right To achieve an even sanding result, the sanding drum and conveyor belt should be parallel with each other. To check the belt to table alignment: Parallel 1. Make sure the height adjustment tension screws are properly adjusted. Otherwise the testing results may not be accurate. Conveyor Belt Fig. 19 2. Prepare a planed board about 2” thick and 8 - 10” wide. Make sure the thickness on both ends and sides of the board is even. 3.
ADJUSTMENTS 1. Turn off and disconnect the machine from the power source. 1 1 2. Remove the screw and washer securing the drum cover and lift the cover open. 3. There are two screws (Fig. 22 - 1) on both ends of the drum. To increase the roller pressure, evenly tighten all four Phillips screws by rotating them clockwise in small increments. To decrease the roller pressure, evenly loosen all four Phillips screws in small increments. Fig. 22 4.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: To prevent serious injury from accidental operation, always turn off and disconnect the machine from power source before installation, cleaning and maintenance operations. WARNING: Use caution when performing maintenance on the drum sander. Do not wear long sleeve shirts, neckties or jewelry. Make sure to tie back long hair. DAILY INSPECTION For optimum performance, inspect the machine before every use. Check the following before each operation.
MAINTENANCE 4. Turn on the machine. Hold the long abrasive belt cleaning stick with two hands and gently lower the stick onto the rotating sanding drum. Move the cleaning stick from side to side to remove the clogging sawdust from the drum 5. After cleaning is complete, remove the cleaning stick and turn off the machine. Close the drum cover and lock it with the washer and cap screw. LUBRICATION (FIG. 24) Periodically lubricate exposed moving parts, the lead screw (Fig.
MAINTENANCE CONVEYOR FEED BELT REPLACEMENT (FIG. 25 & 26) Regularly check the conveyor belt before operation. The conveyor belt may need replacement due to normal wear and tear, contact with the sanding drum abrasive during operation, mis-tracking of the conveyor belt, or excessive build-up. Follow the steps below to remove and replace the conveyor belt. 1. Turn off and disconnect the machine from the power source. 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur. Repairs and replacements should only be performed by an authorized technician. For any questions, please contact our customer service at (800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com. PROBLEM COMMON CAUSE 1. Safety key removed from switch. 2. The power cord damaged or not properly plugged in. Machine does 3. Faulty capacitor. not start 4. Motor overloaded and circuit breaker trips. 5.
TROUBLESHOOTING ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS PROBLEM COMMON CAUSE 1. Conveyor belt dirty or worn. Workpiece slips on 2. Pressure rollers not properly conveyor. adjusted. Uneven workpiece thickness from side to side. 1. Height lock knob not tight and sanding drum is deflecting up. 2. Conveyor belt not parallel to sanding drum. 3. Height adjustment tension screws are too loose. 4. Conveyor belt is worn. SOLUTION 1. Clean/replace conveyor belt (page 22). 2. Properly adjust pressure roller (page 23). 1.
EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST STAND 4 3 5 19 14 19 28 1 1 2 11 6 7 19 8 2 9 7 4 6 19 28 27 17 13 15 19 18 27 17 29 16 6 21 20 15 3 12 12 17 10 24 9 NO. 30 9 DESCRIPTION QTY. NO. PART NO. 1 Handle Grip 2 17 2 Handle 2 18 3 Phlp Hd Screw M4-0.7 x 35 2 Handle Bracket 2 5 Handle Base 2 6 Flat Hd Scr M6-1 x 10 4 7 Hex Nut M4-0.7 2 4 PART NO. 65911-001 (Handle) 22 23 26 25 21 DESCRIPTION QTY. 65910-017 Lock Nut M8-1.
EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST CONVEYOR 124 107 108 109 102 112 103 111 105 104 107 108 108 151 104 108 116 NO. PART NO. 101 102 117 150 131 144 105 115 118 140 141 132 116 113 105 110 111 112 137 134 117 118 143 145 149 114 103 136 120 102 101 138 135 106 106 139 125 126 136 142 133 146 148 147 119 117 DESCRIPTION QTY. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 65910-101 Conveyor Belt 1 131 65910-131 Switch Housing Bracket 1 65910-102 Cap Screw M5-0.
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