Harbor Freight Tools 98198 User's Manual
Contents
1. 10 FINAL ASSEMBLY 10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 10 TOOL SET UP uuu Q 10 WORK PIECE AND WORK AREA SET UP aeo A S 11 GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 11 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING cerita 15 CLEANING AND 15 REPLACING V BELTS 16 SKU 98198 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PULLEY ALIGNMENT 16 FEED BELT TRACKING 16 FEED BELT REPLACEMENT 17 CONVEYOR TABLE ADJUSTMENTS 17 TROUBLESHOOTING 20 V BELT S assasi ka 25 BEARINGS 25 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAN 26 LIMITED 1 YEAR 90 DAY WARRANTY 27 2 SAVE THIS MANUAL NOTICE is used to address practices Keep this manual for the safety warn not related to personal injury ings and precautions assembly operat ing inspection maintenance and cleaning CAUTION CAUTION without procedures Write the product s serial the safety alert number in the back of the manual near the symbol is used to address assembly diagram or month and year of practices not related to purchase if product has no number Keep personal injury this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference General Power Tool S2. 1 Adjust feed belt tracking to one side and hits the feed table mounts 1 Lack of outfeed support 1 Set up an outfeed table or have someone stand along open side of sander and retrieve the workpiece as it comes out Excessive snipe 2 Too much pressure from 2 Lower the Pressure Plate Pressure Plate 84 3 Too much pressure from the rear 3 Lower the rear of Pressure Plate of pressure plate 84 Workpiece kicks 1 Not enough pressure from the 1 Raise the Pressure Plate out of sander pressure plate 84 SKU 98198 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 21 Possible Causes Likely Solutions Possibly a nail staple in Sand only clean workpieces workpiece Sandpaper not tightened or Install the sandpaper correctly fastened correctly Sandpaper on Drum tears during operation Table lift screws are dirty or Clean and re grease table lift screws controls are Chain idler sprocket Cap Screws 2 Adjust the Cap Screws on the Idler Sprocket stiff and hard to have been over tightened So it can rotate freely adjust Elevation handle helical gear is 3 Clean and re grease the Helical Cut Gear dirty or loaded with sawdust Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool Disconnect power supply before service PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A
3. Adjust or replace centrifugal switch Check for disconnected or corroded connections troubleshoot wires for internal or external breaks then repair or replace wiring Test then repair or replace the motor Only process wood with proper moisture content and having no glues or resins Ensure hot lines and grounds are operational and have correct voltage on all legs Test capacitor and replace if necessary Empty and clean filter bags Replace bad belts align pulleys and re tension the V belts Test power plug and outlet for good contact and correct wiring Correct motor wiring See Wiring Diagram Pg 19 Rotate motor shaft for noisy or burnt bearing repair replace as required Use sandpaper of the proper grit and reduce the feed rate depth of sanding 10 Motor has overheated 10 Check motor cooling air flow let motor cool and reduce workload on machine 11 Centrifugal switch is at fault 11 Adjust replace centrifugal switch 12 Motor is at fault 12 Test motor and repair replace if necessary For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 20 Troubleshooting Cont Possible Causes Likely Solutions Motor or component is loose Inspect for stripped damaged bolts nuts replace re tighten with thread locking fluid 2 V belts are worn or loose Inspect belts replace and re tension Motor fan is rubbing on fan Replace dented fan cover damaged fan
4. Flat maintsnanes Or cleaning Washers 272 in four places procedures e With bolts securely tightened and 1 The initial setup and adjustment of the help of another person tilt the the following have been done at the Drum Sander Stand upright factory a V Belt tensioning b Feed Belt tensioning and tracking c Table adjustments SKU 98198 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 10 Work Piece and Work Area Set Up c Place the stock on the Conveyor Table 137 and raise the Conveyor 1 Designate a work area that is clean Table until it is just a little below the and well lit The work area must not sanding roller allow access by children or pets to prevent injury and distraction d Be sure the dust collection system is already in place See Dust Bag 2 Route the power cord along a safe below route to reach the work area without e Plug in and start the Drum Sander creating a tripping hazard or exposing then begin raising the Conveyor the power cord to possible damage Table height while feeding the stock The power cord must reach the work on the Conveyor Belt 165 area with enough extra length to al low free movement while working Me Mand que turn is the most that is recommend General Operating Instructions ed at any one time 1 Wear ANSI Approved safety goggles f Dust and heavy duty gloves during use Square Dust Port 56 2 Wear a good respirator breathin
5. c Remove the pulley V Belt Side Cover 82 d Check the V Belts for signs of wear deterioration or cracking If any signs are visible replace with a new belt e The Feed V belt 99 is tensioned by loosening the Motor Bracket 100 screws and sliding the motor down ward to tighten the V Belt f The Drive V Belt 97 is tensioned by pressing the tensioner Roller 255 against the V belt increasing pressure until the V belt is of proper tension g These V Belts are subject to stretch ing and loosening so they must be checked on a regular basis and tensioned whenever necessary h Replace the pulley V Belt Side Cover 82 SKU 98198 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 14 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician TO PREVENT AWARNING serious INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its OFF position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE Do not use damaged equipment If abnormal noise or vibration occurs have the problem corrected before further use Cleaning and Maintenance 1 BEFORE EACH USE inspect the general condition of the tool Check for loose screws misalignment or binding of moving parts cracked or broken parts
6. nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size See Table A If you are using an extension cord outdoors make sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 6 Make sure the extension cord is prop erly wired and in good electrical con dition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it 7 Protect the extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 120 240 VOLT EXTENSION CORD NAMEPLATE LENGTH AMPERES at full load Based on limiting the line voltage drop to five volts at 150 of the rated amperes X E a 4 5 _ zx s aa NI I NI O zl O NI O TABLE A Symbology Double Insulated GP Canadian Standards Association Underwriters Laboratories Inc Volts Alternating Current No Load Revolutions per Minute no xxxx min RPM Page 8 SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Stock Width 18 36 two passes 1 1 2 HP Single Phase Sanding Motor Fan Cooled Induction Motor Stock Thickness Range 1 8 to 4 1 2 Electrical Requirements 120 V 60 Hz 15 Sanding Drum Speed 4 000 RPM Dust Collection im Port amp Built in Conveyor Belt speed Range from
7. Soc HD Scr 172 and use a screwdriver to loosen the Locking Block 173 g Remove the Sandpaper 179 from under the Locking Block and start unrolling it from right toward the left h Loosen the left Locking Block 173 i Remove the old Sandpaper 179 carefully This old sandpaper will be used as a template for the new one j It would be advisable to save the sandpaper removed for this first change so it can be used for each subsequent replacements Thus the Page 12 SKU 98198 size and shape of the template will not change over time Sandpaper Grit Side Down o i 179 87 After cutting the 12 1 2 angled sides cut 1 from the greater length edge of both ends of the sandpaper strip as shown above Place the left side of the new sand paper under the left Locking Block 173 and tighten The left side of the sandpaper must be flush with the Drum 178 edge not over hanging m Start wrapping the sandpaper around the Drum so there are no air bubbles and no over lapping edges When reaching the right side move the sandpaper out of the way and position the 4mm hex wrench into the top of the Hex Soc HD Scr o Place the end of the sandpaper under the Locking Block and tighten the Hex Soc HD Scr 172 p If the sandpaper does not line up properly when reaching the right hand side unwrap and repeat q Reinstall the Deflector Shield 187 and secure with the
8. at the rate for which it was designed SKU 98198 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 4 b o d D g SKU 98198 Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off Any power tool that cannot be con trolled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired Disconnect the plug from the power source and or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments chang ing accessories or storing power tools Such preventive safety mea sures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to oper ate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Maintain power tools Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool s operation If dam aged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control Use the power tool and acces sories in accordance with these instructions taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended
9. can contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm such as specially treated wood wood with lead paint in it and some species of wood have toxic qualities Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints Arsenic and chromium from chemi cally treated lumber Your risk from these exposures var ies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks or respirators that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles California Health amp Safety Code S 25249 5 et seq WARNING Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Califor nia Health amp Safety Code S 25249 5 et seq The warnings precautions and in structions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible con ditions and situations that may occur It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator Page 6 SKU 98198 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING TO PREVENT AWARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION Che
10. could result in a hazardous situation For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Service a Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained Drum Sanding Operation Safety Warnings This power tool is intended to function as a wood sander Read all safety warnings instructions il lustrations and specifications pro vided with this power tool Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury Operations such as grinding wire brushing or polishing are not recommended to be performed with this power tool Operations for which the power tool was not designed may create a hazard and cause personal injury Do not use accessories which are not specifically designed and recommended by the tool manu facturer Just because the accessory can be attached to your power tool it does not assure safe operation Wear personal protective equip ment Depending on application use face shield or safety glasses As appropriate wear dust mask hearing protectors gloves and workshop apron capable of stop ping small abrasive or work piece fragments The eye protection must be capable of stopping flying debris generated by various opera tions The dust mask or respirator must be capable of filtrating particles Page 5 SKU 98198 generated by y
11. damaged electrical wir ing and any other condition that may affect its safe operation 2 AFTER USE Brush and wipe exter nal surfaces of the tool and vacuum if possible SKU 98198 3 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Dust Bag nc Aes s Dust Bag If a dust collector is not used clean out the Dust Bag 273 on a regu lar basis See Fig Dust Bag The frequency required will depend on hours of use the type of stock being sanded and the grit of sandpaper being used A WARNING If the power cord of this power tool is damaged it must be replaced only by a qualified service technician Page 15 SKU 98198 Replacing V belts Disconnect the Drum Sander from the electrical outlet Open the Side Cover 82 To replace the variable speed Drive Belt 97 loosen the cap screw se curing the variable speed Pulley 26 28 before loosening the motor mount screws Loosen the motor mount cap screws and the Pan Head screw 257 secur ing the tensioner roller Remove the cap screws securing the Bearing Bracket 6 and rotate the Bearing Bracket 90 Lift the motor with a pry bar if neces sary To replace the variable speed Drive Belt 97 remove the Hex Soc Hd Scr 16 securing the pulley and remove the outer half of the pulley 26 Compress the Spring 20 behind the inner half of the Variable Speed Pulley 19 Slide the outer half of the pulley over th
12. may result in serious personal injury b Use safety equipment Always wear ANSI approved eye protec Oo d e f 0 o tion and full face shield Safety equipment such as dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hear ing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal inju ries Prevent unintentional starting Ensure the switch is in the off po sition before connecting to power source picking up or carrying the tool Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on A wrench or a key left at tached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts If devices are provided for the con nection of dust extraction and col lection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used Use of these devices can reduce dust related hazards Power tool use and care Do not force the power tool Use the correct power tool for your ap plication The correct power tool will do the job better and safer
13. 1 CENTRAL MACHINERY 18 DRUM SANDER 117171198198 SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Visit our website at http www harborfreight com Read this material before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury SAVE THIS MANUAL Copyright 2008 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manual may notbe drawn proportionally Due to continuing improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein For technical questions or replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 3 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS 3 DRUM SANDING OPERATIONSAFETY WARNINGS 5 GROUNDING 7 GROUNDED TOOLS TOOLS WITH THREE PRONG PLUGS 7 DOUBLE INSULATED TOOLS TOOLS WITH TWO PRONG PS cuina 7 EXTENSION CORDS 8 SYMBOLOGY uu uuu 8 SPECIFICATIONS 9 UNPACKING 9 LIST OF CONTENTS 9 INSTRUCTIONS FOR PUTTING INTO USE eee 9 ASSEMBLY 9 MOUNTING
14. 2 12 FPM Net Weight 300 LBS R KM LISTE UNPACKING When unpacking check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible List of contents Description Qty Drum Sander Pre assembled Dust Bag 273 Dust Hose Collar 218 Square Dust Port 56 Hex Key 4mm 5mm 6mm Double Open End Wrench Some tools may not be supplied INSTRUCTIONS FOR PUTTING INTO USE Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT A SAFETY INFORMATION SKU 98198 section at the beginning of this manual including all text under For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 subheadings therein before set up or use of this product TO PREVENT AWARNING serious INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its OFF position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before assembling or making any adjustments to the tool Note For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual Assembly The Drum Sander a The Drum Sander comes 95 pre assembled Assemble the stand a It is easier to assemble upside down Stand Leg 263 Lower Long Bracket 266 Upper Long Bracket 264 Fig 1 b Mount an Upper 264 and Lower Long Bracket 266 t
15. REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO SKU 98198 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 22 PART PAR NAN Qty O RET RIN REW K V AN COVER 5 HEX SOC HD R Bd REW 56 QUARE DU UB 57 PAN HEAD REW 59 PAN HEAD SCREW T L3 DN PN uu Cx x GOO lt qg g A A lt lt lt 021 Zaz 0d T 2 d Uv U U lt lt gt U BEARIN 600 U gt U Z SKU 98198 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 23 9 EE E 5 pum 5 Bum T 00 OR BRACK OWER CA HAND WH KEY WAY O OY L gt O 2 PRO 4 C L lt U L U U U OVER ARIN 6904 C lt U Z BEARIN OVER U gt Z gt UU lt lt L gt C gt U U lt U U gt NI U O A u lt u
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17. afety Warnings IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions IN FORMATION Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury Save all warnings and instructions for future reference In this manual on the labeling and all other information provid ed with this product This is the safety alert The term power tool in the symbol It is used to alert warnings refers to your mains you to potential personal operated corded power tool or injury hazards Obey all battery operated cordless power safety messages that tool follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death Mom area a Keep work area clean and well lit 28 Cluttered or dark areas invite DANGER indicates A DANGER dents a hazardous situation which if not b Do not operate power tools in avoided will result in death or explosive atmospheres such as in serious injury the presence of flammable liquids WARNING gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or AWARNING indicates a fumes hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury c Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose ACAUTION CAUTION used control with the safety alert symbol indicates a 2 Electrical safety hazardous situation which if a Power tool plugs must m
18. atch the not avoided could result in outlet Never modify the plug in minor or moderate injury any way Do not use any adapter SKU 98198 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 3 plugs with grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching out lets will reduce risk of electric shock b Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded c Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock d Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock e When operating a power tool out doors use an extension cord suit able for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock If operating a power tool a damp location is unavoidable use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter protected supply Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock 3 Personal safety a Stay alert watch what you are do ing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools
19. ck with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool Never remove the grounding prong from the plug Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged If damaged have it repaired by a service facility before use If the plug will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Grounded Tools Tools with Three Prong Plugs 3 Prong Plug and Outlet This Drum Sander comes with a three prong plug Tools marked with Grounding Re quired have a three wire cord and three prong grounding plug The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet If the tool should electrically malfunction or break down grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user reducing the risk of electric shock See 3 Prong Plug and Outlet The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire in side the cord to the grounding system in the tool The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically live terminal See 3 Prong Plug and Outlet The tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances The plug and outlet should look like those in the preceding illustration See 3 Prong Pl
20. cover Machine Bas Pulley is loose Remove pulley replace shaft pulley set fae screw and key as required and realign vibration or noisy EE Machine is incorrectly mounted Machine has loose anchor studs in floor or to the floor is sitting on uneven floor Replace tighten or relocate as soon as required Cast iron motor mount is at fault 6 Using leverage and a small pry bar to inspect carefully replace loose broken mounts Motor bearings are at fault Check bearings replace motor or bearings as required Sanding Operations Possible Causes Likely Solutions Vibration when 1 Loose drum bearings 215 1 Tighten drum bearings sanding 2 Worn drum bearings 215 2 Replace drum bearings Grinding 1 Drum bearings lack sufficient oil 1 Oil the drum bearings screeching 2 Drum bushings 206 are worn 2 Replace the drum bushings rubbing noise and need replacing when sanding drum is powered up Short V belt 1 Pulleys not aligned correctly 1 Align pulleys to be on same plane lifespan 2 Improperly tensioned 2 Properly tension V belts Machine lacks 1 V belts are loose 1 Tighten V belts power drum 2 Too much pressure on pressure 2 Raise the pressure plates stops turning plate 84 under load Feed belt slips 1 Feed belt is too loose 1 Tension the V belts under load 2 Too much load 2 Decrease the load Feed belt tracks 1 Feed belt tracking is incorrect
21. e shaft 23 and Key 31 and thread in the Hex Soc Hd Scr Install new Feed 99 and Drive V belts 97 re attach the Bearing Bracket and tension according to instructions Tighten the variable speed pulley cap screw and replace the Side Cover 82 Pulley Alignment Disconnect Drum Sander from the electrical outlet For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Open the Pulley Cover 108 If possible put a straightedge against the pulley faces or sight downward across the motor pulley and the feed pulley If the pulleys are not aligned on the same plane one of them needs to be adjusted Moving a pulley requires removal of the V belts Loosen the Set Screw on the Motor Pulley and align the Motor Pulley with the Feed Belt Pulley Tighten the set screws replace the V belts and recheck alignment again If the Sanding Belt Pulley 43 needs to be aligned loosen its Set Screw and adjust until it too is aligned with the Motor Pulley 98 Repeat the adjustments until the pul ley pairs are on the same plane with each other Replace the Pulley Cover 108 Feed Belt Tracking Feed belt tracking adjustment is a process taking trial and error to perform Turn the Feed Belt 165 ON and observe the tracking If the feed belt moves to one side or the other stop the belt immediately If the Feed Belt tracks toward one side loosen the lock nut on that side and tens
22. g device 3 To prevent accidents turn off the tool and disconnect its power supply after use Clean then store the tool in doors out of childrens reach 4 Generally when using this machine you will stand at the open side and feed the stock The stock will be placed on the Conveyor Table on the left infeed and will travel to the right NC outfeed Use roller supports for long Fig Square Dust Port iod a The Dust Port Assembly should be 5 Do not stand directly in front of the mounted in place at this time See infeed or outfeed end in case stock is Attach Components c d e of Final accidently ejected Assembly 6 Depth of cut b The Dust Port Assembly is com posed of a Depth of cut will vary depending on type of wood and sandpaper grit Square Dust Port 56 b Lower the conveyor table lower than Square to Round Dust Chute 59 necessary for the stock to be sanded Dust Chute 70 to prevent the stock from being See the assembly drawing at the grabbed suddenly when the ma end of this manual chine is turned on SKU 98198 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 11 Dust Bag 273 Dust Bag c The Dust Bag 273 is secured to the Dust Chute 70 with a Collar 218 8 Speed adjustment a The speed of the Feed Belt 165 is adjusted by turning the Speed Ad justment Knob 74 while the ma chine is running b Turn the knob counterclockwise to increase the feed s
23. ion the adjustment screw until the belt tracks in the opposite direction If the belt continues to track to one side turn the Drum Sander Page 16 SKU 98198 off and perform tracking adjustment again The belt should no longer move to one side during continuous use The Conveyor Table 137 should not move up or back and forth Do not over tighten the Feed Belt Lock the Feed Belt tensioning bolts by tightening the lock nuts Feed Belt Replacement Disconnect the Drum Sander Mark the front of the Feed Belt ten sioning bolt with a crayon or marker of some kind so that it can be re placed to its original position Loosen the lock nuts and turn both feed belt adjustment bolts coun terclockwise a full turn at a time to release tension Remove the outside cap screws and loosen the corresponding cap screws on the inside edge Have a helper lift the outside edge of the Conveyor Table 137 and slide the feed belt off In reverse order install a new feed belt after cleaning off the the Convey or Table and its surrounding area Re install the Conveyor Table cap screws Tighten the cap screws Perform the previously explained ten sioning and tracking procedures Check for tension and tracking on a regular basis For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Conveyor Table Adjustments Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet Remove the sandpaper from the drum and place previously pre
24. k nuts and tighten the cap screws on both ends of the front of the Pressure Plate to raise the plate or loosen to lower Adjust until the front of the Pressure Plate is up to 0 004 lower than the drum For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 18 MOTOR I 00600 SKU 98198 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 19 Troubleshooting Possible Causes Likely Solutions Test plug and outlet for good contact and correct wiring Test capacitor and replace if necessary Correct motor wiring Tool will not start or trips the breaker Machine stalls or is underpowered SKU 98198 Plug outlet faulty or wired wrong 1 Start capacitor is faulty Motor connection incorrectly wired Power supply is faulty or is Switched off Safety switch key is at fault Motor ON OFF switch faulty Centrifugal switch faulty Cable or wiring is open or has high resistance Motor is at fault Wiring workpiece material Low power supply voltage Run capacitor is faulty Filter bags are at fault V belts are slipping Plug or outlet is at fault Motor connections are wired incorrectly Motor bearings are at fault Motor has overloaded Make sure hot lines and grounds are operational and have correct voltage on all legs Install or replace safety key or replace switch assembly Replace faulty ON OFF switch
25. o a Stand Leg 263 and loosely attach See Fig 1 Page 9 with two M8 1 25 x 15 Carriage Bolts Final Assembly 268 and Flanged Nuts 269 c Do not tighten the screws to the Attach components Stand until its assembly is complete a Screw the Hand Wheel Handle onto the Hand Wheel 103 b Attach Hand Wheel 103 with a Hex Socket HD Screw 239 and Flat Washer 238 c Attach the Square Dust Port 56 d Attach the Square To Round Dust Chute 59 Adapter and Dust Chute 70 e Attach the Dust Bag 273 Completed Stand OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT Fig 2 d Repeat this assembly process with SAFETY INFORMATION the other three legs using the sup section at the beginning of this plied hardware until the Stand 263 manual including all text under assembly is complete See Fig 2 subheadings therein before set up or use of this product Mounting Tool Set Up Attach drum sander to stand a Lay the Drum Sander on its side with MAWARNING TO PREVENT the Hand Wheel 103 facing up ei b With the Stand 263 its side OPERATION point the Stand s top toward the Turn the Power Switch of the sander s bottom tool to its OFF position and c Move the Stand up against the bot unplug the tool from its tom of the sander and align holes electrical outlet before d Bolt the Sander to the Stand using performing any inspection Hex Bolts 270 Hex Nuts 271
26. our operation Pro longed exposure to high intensity noise may cause hearing loss Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work area Anyone entering the work area must wear personal protective equipment Fragments of work piece or of a broken accessory may fly away and cause injury beyond immediate area of operation Position the cord clear of the spin ning accessory If you lose control the cord may be cut or snagged and your hand or arm may be pulled into the spinning accessory Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool These carry important safety information If unreadable or miss ing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement Avoid unintentional starting Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool 12 This product is not a toy Keep it out of reach of children People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before use Electromagnetic fields in close prox imity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemak er failure In addition people with 13 pacemakers should Avoid operating alone Do not use with power switch locked on Properly maintain and inspect to avoid electrical shock Any power cord must be properly grounded Ground Fault Circuit Inter rupter GFCI should also be imple For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 mented it prevents sustained elec trical shock Some dust created by power sanding wood products
27. pared gauge blocks at either side of the Feed Belt 165 Gauge blocks are prepared by tak ing two 2 x 4 s and jointing one side of each until the sides are absolutely flat Place the jointed edge against a table saw fence and cut a little off the un jointed edge Repeat for the other block This gives two gauge blocks that are exact in height With the gauge blocks in place the distance from each end of the sand ing Drum 178 to the Conveyor Table 137 should be the same Adjust one side or the other until the distances are perfectly equal Raise the Conveyor Table until the gauge blocks just touch the Drum 178 a Check rear of the Pressure Plate 84 adjustment Use feeler gauges If the gap is more than 0 004 the rear of the Pressure Plate 84 must be adjusted b Check front of the Pressure Plate adjustment Use feeler gauges f the gap is more than 0 004 the front of the Pressure Plate 84 must be adjusted Page 17 5 SKU 98198 a To adjust the rear Pressure Plate Disconnect the power cord from the outlet Loosen the lock nuts and tighten the cap screws on both ends of the rear of the Pressure Plate 84 to raise or loosen to lower the plate Adjust until the rear of the Pressure Plate 84 until it is at or up to 0 004 lower than the drum To adjust the front of the Pressure Plate Disconnect the Drum Sander e Loosen the loc
28. peed clockwise to slow it down 9 Sanding tips a If the stock is bowed run it through with the high point on top and use light cuts b Feeding with the grain at an angle to feed direction will sand faster but for a finer finish feed so direction of travel is straight with the grain c When done turn Power Switch 105 off and unplug the power cord 10 Sandpaper grit selection chart Grit Class _ Usage Extra Course Rough sawn boards thicknessing and glue removal NUBE LER p dl and glue pne nn E 100 os Removing sanding marks and initial finishing SKU 98198 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Class Usage Grit 120 180 a When changing grit do not change by greater than a value of 50 Sandpaper replacement a Tools supplied Hex keys 4mm 6mm Double open end wrench 8mm 12mm The Drum Sander comes with 80 grit sandpaper on the Drum 178 and a 150 grit Feed Belt 165 b Tools not supplied Flat end screwdriver Hex keys 5mm 8mm Roll of 3 wide sand paper Utility knife to cut sand paper c Disconnect the sander d Open the Head Cover 186 and remove the three Hex Soc HD Scr 200 holding the Deflector Shield 187 and set aside e The Sandpaper 179 is removed from the Drum 178 from right to left and replaced from left to right f Loosen the spring loaded Locking Block 173 on the right by unscrew ing the Hex
29. r EX SOC HD SF EE a8 0 Lm EN 22 7 a RH Er gt a0 27 7 22 EA a5 EE 25 EN EN RUE 238 SKU 98198 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 25 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM I 2t ee de 9 222 oco LIMITED 1 YEAR 90 DAY WARRANTY Harbor Freight Tools Co makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards and warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of ninety days from date of purchase that the engine motor the belts if so equipped and the blades if so equipped are free of defects in materials and workmanship Har bor Freight Tools also warrants to the original purchaser for a period of one year from date of purchase that all other parts and components of the product are free from defects in materials and workmanship 90 days if used by a professional contractor or if used as rental equipment This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents repairs or alterations outside our facilities normal wear and tear or to lack of maintenance We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or con sequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply
30. three Hex Soc HD Scr 172 and close the cover gt 12 Cleaning the machine a Cleanup consists of vacuuming the various exterior and interior hidden areas of the sander 13 Lubrication a Feed Bushings 135 need to be lu bricated on a daily basis or with each use For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 b These bushings 135 requiring oiling are located at each end of the Feed Belt Rollers 136 156 Also remove the Side Cover 82 and oil the drive bushings 29 as needed c Apply Lithium grease to all moving parts This includes gears chains Feed Belt Rollers 136 156 and Table s 137 lift mechanism d The moving and rotating parts of the Table s 137 lift mechanism including its Elevating Screws 162 must be cleaned free of old grease and fresh lithium grease applied as needed e Clean the teeth of the rotating helical cut gear 113 and add fresh lithium grease Raising and lowering the Table 137 spreads the grease to all rubbing parts 14 Sanding Belts a Extend the life of the sand paper by using a crepe sanding pad cleans build up off the sandpaper to re move material build up 15 V Belt Tensioning L 1 2 togta deflection V Belts a Correct V Belt tension is when the V Belt can be deflected 1 2 3 A Page 13 Test by pressing in the middle with a moderate amount of force b Turn off the sander and un plug the power cord
31. to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the com plaint must accompany the merchandise If our inspection verifies the defect we will ei ther repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement We will return re paired products at our expense but if we determine there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty then you must bear the cost of returning the product This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd PO Box 6009 Camarillo CA 93011 800 444 3353 Record Product s Serial Number Here Note If product has no serial number record month and year of purchase instead Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not avail able individually as replacement parts SKU 98198 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 27
32. ug and Outlet Double Insulated Tools Tools with Two Prong Plugs Outlets for 2 Prong Plug Tools marked Double Insulated do not require grounding They have a special double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 7 SKU 98198 standards of Underwriters Labora tories Inc the Canadian Standard Association and the National Electri cal Code See Outlets for 2 Prong Plug Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the preceding illustration See Outlets for 2 Prong Plug Extension Cords Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord Double Insulated tools can use either a two or three wire extension cord As the distance from the supply outlet increases you must use a heavier gauge extension cord Using exten sion cords with inadequately sized wire Causes a Serious drop in voltage resulting in loss of power and pos sible tool damage See Table A The smaller the gauge number of the wire the greater the capacity of the cord For ex ample a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord See Table A When using more than one exten sion cord to make up the total length make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required See Table A If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool add the
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