This Manual is Bookmarked Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Belt and Disc Sander Model 41002 WMH TOOL GROUP 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60123 Ph.: 800-274-6848 www.wmhtoolgroup.com Part No.
This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a Wilton 41002 Belt/Disc Sander. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety using accepted operating and maintenance procedures. To obtain maximum life and efficiency from your sander and to aid in using it safely, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. Warranty and Service WMH Tool Group warrants every product it sells.
Table of Contents Warranty and Service ..............................................................................................................................2 Table of Contents ....................................................................................................................................3 Warning...................................................................................................................................................4 Introduction.........................
Warning 1. Read and understand the entire owners manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury. 3. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed. 4. This sander is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only.
blahblahblah 21. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. 22. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious injury. 23. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the abrasives or other moving parts. Do not overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation. 24.
Introduction This manual is provided by WMH Tool Group covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Wilton 2x42x8 Belt and Disc Sander. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. This machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance with instructions set forth in this manual.
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Contents of the Shipping Container Unpacking 1 1 1 1 1 6 3 3 1 1 3 1 1 Open shipping container and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discard any shipping material until the sander is assembled and running properly. Compare the contents of your container with the following parts list to make sure all parts are intact. Missing parts, if any, should be reported to your distributor.
Assembly Tools needed for assembly: • 10mm open-end wrench • Cross-point (Phillips) screwdriver • Combination square, or similar measuring device. angle Sander must be unplugged from power source during assembly. Remove the protective coating from the surfaces of the sander and from any loose parts. This coating may be removed with a soft cloth moistened with kerosene (do not use acetone, gasoline or lacquer thinner for this purpose). After cleaning, cover the table surfaces with a good quality paste wax.
Installing Disc Table 1. Position the disc table at an angle, as shown in Figure 3, and slide the table on so that the trunnion slots fit over the raised tracks on the disc guard. 2. Install a flat washer onto each of the two remaining handles. Insert the handle into the holes through the left and right trunnions. See Figure 4. 3. The gap between the sanding disc and the disc table should be a maximum of 1/16”.
Grounding Instructions This machine must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into a matching receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Extension Cords Use proper extension cords. Make sure the cord rating is suitable for the amperage of the machine’s motor. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Recommended Gauges (AWG) of Extension Cords Extension Cord Length * Use the chart in Figure 9 as a general guide in choosing the correct size cord. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
4. Tighten both handles securely. To avoid trapping the workpiece or fingers between the table and abrasive disc, the table edge should be positioned a maximum of 1/16” from the abrasive disc. Use of the Miter Gauge The miter gauge is used to sand accurate angles on workpieces. When using the miter gauge on the horizontal table position, you can sand a single angle. By tilting the disc table and using the miter gauge in combination with the table tilted, it is possible to sand compound angles as well.
Abrasive Belt Replacement 1. Unplug the Sander from the power source. 2. Unscrew and remove the two knobs on the belt cover. 3. Remove the belt cover. 4. Rotate the tension handle (Figure 6) to loosen the belt, and remove the old belt from around the wheels. 5. Install the new belt around the wheels. IMPORTANT: Some sanding belts have a directional arrow printed on the inside of the belt.
8. Make further adjustments as needed. 9. Tighten the hex nut to secure the setting. Abrasive Disc Replacement 1. Unplug the sander from the power source. 2. Remove the dust cover and the disc table. To remove the disc table, remove the handles then tilt the disc table upward while pulling it away from the disc. 3. Peel off the old abrasive disc. 4. Thoroughly clean the aluminum disc surface using naptha or a similar non-flammable solvent that will dry film-free. 5.
Operation This sander is intended for dry sanding of metals. Do not use lubricants. Do not sand or polish magnesium; it may create a fire hazard. Also, do not sand very small or very thin workpieces that cannot be safely controlled. Starting and Stopping the Sander The on/off switch is located on the side of the motor housing. Move the switch upward to the ON position to start the sander. Move the switch downward to the OFF position to stop the sander.
2. Tighten the miter gauge securely so the miter reference angle will not shift while you are sanding. 3. Place the workpiece against the miter reference surface and slide it along the miter reference surface and into the sanding disc. The following are just some of the many operations that can be performed with your Wilton Sander. • Sharpening a wood chisel on the sanding belt using a block of wood. Use the block of wood to support the chisel and provide clearance for the chisel handle. See Figure 18.
Check all fasteners for tightness. Maintenance Inspect the power cord; if worn, cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately. Before performing any maintenance on the machine, disconnect it from the electrical supply by pulling out the plug or switching off the main switch. Failure to comply may cause serious injury. Inspect the abrasive belt and disc. If either is worn, replace it. Occasionally remove the belt cover and brush out any shavings or debris from around the wheels.
Troubleshooting Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Not connected to power source. Connect to power source. Branch circuit fuse is blown or the circuit breaker is tripped. Determine reason for blown fuse/ tripped breaker (such as short circuit or motor overload). Correct reason for fault. Replace fuse/ reset circuit breaker. Voltage is too low. Check power source for proper voltage. Switch is defective. Replace switch. Motor failure. Replace motor. Motor stalls easily. Low voltage.
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Parts List for 2x42x8 Belt and Disc Sander Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1...............41002-01................. Base .................................................................. ................................... 1 2...............TS-0680042 ............ Flat Washer ....................................................... 3/8”............................. 2 3...............TS-1551031 ............ Lock Washer...................................................... M5 ....................
57 .............TS-1505021 ............ Socket Head Cap Screw.................................... M10x20 ...................... 2 58 .............41002-58................. Belt Housing ...................................................... ................................... 1 59 .............TS-0680031 ............ Flat Washer ....................................................... 5/16”........................... 4 60 .............TS-0570011 ............ Hex Nut ...........................................
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