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 SECTION PAGE GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12. WEARYOUR ALWAYS WEAR EYE
PROTECTION. Any belt / disc
Warranty .................................................................. 2 BEFORE USING THE BELT / DISC SANDER sander can throw foreign
Product Specifications ....................................................... 2 objects into the eyes which
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert could cause permanent eye
Safety _nstruct]ons .......................................................... 3 and knowing how to use your belt / disc sander.
damage. ALWAYS wear Safety
Accessories and Attachments ................................................. 6 Goggles (not glasses) that
Carton Contents ............................................................ 6 comply with ANSI safety standard Z87.1. Everyday
Know your Belt/Disc Sander .................................................. 7 To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do not eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses. They
AssembUy and Adjustments ................................................... 8 plug the belt / disc sander in until you have read and ARE NOT safety glasses. Safety Goggles are available
understood the following: at Sears. NOTE: Glasses or goggles not in compliance
Operation ................................................................. 14
with ANSI Z87.1 could seriously hurt you when they break.
Maintenance .............................................................. 16 . READ and become familiar with this entire instruction
manual. LEARN the tool's applications, limitations, and 13. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK.
Troubleshooting Guide ...................................................... 17
possible hazards. Sanding operation produces dust.
Parts ..................................................................... 18
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. 14. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work
when practical. It's safer than using your hand and it
. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
frees both hands to operate tool.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before 15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing, and when
turning ON. changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters,
and the like.
. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents. 16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY
Make sure the switch is in OFF position before
. DON'T USE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
If this product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date of purchase, Sears plugging in.
Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations, or
will at its option repair or replace it free of charge. 17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
Contact a sears Service Center for repair. owner's manual for the recommended accessories.
. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors Should be kept at The use of improper accessories may cause risk of
If this products is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty appplies only for 90 days from the date a safe distance from the work area. injury to persons.
of purchase. 7. MAKEWORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks, master 18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur
This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty. switches, or by removing starter keys. if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
Sears Canada Inc.,Toronto M5B 2B8
8. DON'T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed. 19. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of
g. USETHE RIGHTTOOL. Don't force tool or the the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
10. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
extension cord is in good condition. When using an breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
MOTOR 120V, 60 HZ, 4.2 AMPS carry the current your product will draw. An undersized is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss
HORSEPOWER ........... 2/3 (Max. Developed) 20. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
of power and overheating. The table on page 5 shows
SPEEDS: To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to the TURN THE POWER OFF. Don't leave the tool until
the correct size to use depending on cord length and
MOTOR .............. 3450 RPM tool, use proper circuit protection. it comes to a complete stop.
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next
BELT ................ 1760 FPM Your bench belt/disc sander is wired at the factory for heavier gauge. The smaller" the gauge number, the 21. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
DISC .... ............ 2800 RPM 120V operation. Connect to a 120V, 15 amp branch circuit heavier the cord. balance at ail times.
SIZES: and use a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To 11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. DO NOT wear loose 22. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
avoid shock or fire, replace power cord immediately if it is
BELT ................ 4" X 36" clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
DISC ................ 6" worn, cut or damaged in any way. jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective
TABLE .................. DISC / BELT hair covering to contain long hair. 23. DO NOT use power tools in the presence of flammable
TABLE TILT .............. 0° TO 45 ° liquids or gases.
BELT ARM TILT ........... 0° TO 90 °
MITER GAUGE ........... YES
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 24. DONOToperatethetoolif youareundertheinfluence 12. ALWAYS maintain a minimum clearance of 1/16 inch
of anydrugs,alcoholor medication
thatcouldaffect GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has a
or less between the table or backstop and the sanding
yourabilitytousethetoolproperly. belt or disc.- receptacle like the one illustrated in FIGURE A.
IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, FIGURE A shows a 3-prong electrical plug and receptacle
25. Dust generated from certain materials can be 13. DO NOT sand pieces of material that are too small to grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric that has a grounding conductor. If a properly grounded
hazardous to your health. Always operate the be safely supported. current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is receptacle is not available, an adapter (FIGURE B) can
belt/disc sander in a well-ventilated area and provide equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment be used to temporarily connect this plug to a 2-contact
for proper dust removal. Use dust collection systems 14. KEEP fingers away from where the belt goes into the grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug ungrounded receptacle. The temporary adapter should be
whenever possible. dust trap. MUST be plugged into a matching receptacle that is used only until a properly grounded receptacle can be
properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL installed by a qualified technician. The adapter (FIGURE B)
15. WHEN sanding a large workpiece, provide additional
SPECiFiC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS local codes and ordinances. has a rigid lug extending from it that MUST be connected
support at table height.
FOR BELT / DiSC SANDER to a permanent earth ground, such as a preperly
DO NOT MODIFYTHE PLUG PROVIDED. If it will not fit the grounded receptacle box. The Canadian Electrical Code
16. DO NOT sand with the workpiece unsupported.
receptacle, have the proper receptacle installed by a prohibits the use of adapters.
Support the workpiece with the backstop or table. The qualified electrician.
For your own safety, do not try to use your belt / disc sander only exception is curved work performed on the outer CAUTION: In all cases, make certain the receptacle in
sanding drum. Plan your work support. question is properly grounded. If you are not sure have a
or plug it in until it is completely assembled and installed IMPROPER CONNECTION of the equipment grounding
certified electrician check the receptacle.
according to the instructions, and until you have read and 17. conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The
NEVER USE ANOTHER PERSON as additional
understood this instruction manual: conductor with the green insulation (with or without yellow
support for a workpiece longer or wider than the table.
stripes) is the equipment grounding conductor. If repair or
i
, THIS SANDER IS DESIGNED TO SAND WOOD OR 18. ALWAYS remove scrap pieces and other objects from replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, DO This belt / disc sander is for indoor use only. Do not
WOOD-LIKE PRODUCTS ONLY. Sanding or grinding the table, backstop or belt before turning the sander NOT connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live expose to rain or use in damp locations.
other materials could result in fire, injury or damage to "ON." terminal. F_g. A
workpiece.
19. NEVER perform layout, assembly or set-up work on the 3-Prong Plug
CHECK with a qualified electrician or service personnel if
2.
USE sander on horizontal surfaces only. Operating table while the sander is operating. you do not completely understand the grounding instructions,
the sander when mounted on non-horizontal surfaces
or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded.
might result in motor damage. 20. NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents
could dissolve or other wise damage the material. Use USE ONLY 3-WIRE EXTENSION CORDS THAT HAVE ®
.
TO STOP it from tipping over or moving when in use, only a soft damp cloth to clean plastic parts. 3-PRONG GROUNDING PLUGS AND 3-POLE
the sander must be securely fastened to a bench top Grounding Prong
21. SHOULD any part of your sander be missing, damaged, RECEPTACLES THAT ACCEPT THE TOOL'S PLUG.
or supporting surface. Properly Grounded
REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR WORN CORD
or fai! in any way, or any electrical components fail to 3-Prong Receptacle
,
PLACE the sander so neither the user nor bystanders IMMEDIATELY.
perform properly, shut off switch and remove plug from
are forced to stand in line with the abrasive belt or disc. power supply outlet. Replace missing, damaged or GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS
failed parts before resuming operation. Fig. B
5, MAKE SURE the sanding belt is installed in the correct
Grounding Lug
direction. See directional arrow on back of belt. 22. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
NEVER PULLTHE POWER CORD out of the receptacle.
Keep cords away from heat, oil and sharp edges. extension cord is in good condition. When using an
6. ALWAYS have the tracking adjusted properly so the extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry
belt does not run off the pulleys. 23. HAVE AN ELECTRICIAN REPLACE OR REPAIR _ Make Sure This
the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will is Connected to a
damaged or worn cords immediately. cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and Known Ground
7. DO NOT USE sanding belts or discs that are damaged,
overheating. The table below shows the correct size to use
torn, loose. Use only correct size sanding belt and disc. 24. When using the belt to grind or sharpen metal or "" 2-Prong
depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If
Narrower belts uncover parts that could trap fingers. plastic material: Receptacle
in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge
number, the heavier the cord.
8. MAKE SURE there are no nails or foreign objects in o DO NOT wet grind or polish. Never use a steady
the part of the workpiece to be sanded. stream of water on the workpiece. Dip or quench
the workpiece in water to cool it. Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in
9. ALWAYS HOLD the workpiece firmly when sanding. good condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the
Keep hands away from sanding belt or disc. Sand • DO NOT OVERHEAT THE WORKPIECE. Move or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it. operator from electrical shock.
only one workpiece at a time. metal across the abrasive and cool it when it Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive
becomes hot. heat and damp or wet areas.
10. ALWAYS HOLD the workpiece firmly on the table
o DO NOT grind or polish magnesium. It could
when using the disc sander and when using the belt CATCH on fire. Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This circuit (when using 120 volts only)
sander. must not be less than #12 wire and should be protected Ampere Rating Totallength ofcordinfeet
with a 15 Amp time lag fuse. Before connecting the motor to morethan notmorethan 25' 50' 100' 150'
11. ALWAYS SAND ON THE DOWNWARD SIDE of the the )ower line, make sure the switch is in the OFF 0 6 18 16 16 14
sanding disc when using the disc sander. Sanding on position and the electric current is rated the same as the 6 10 18 16 14 12
the upward side of the disc could cause the workpiece current stamped on the motor nameplate. Running at a 10 12 16 16 14 12
to fly out of position, resulting in injury. lower" voltage will damage the motor.

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 ITEM DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
A. Belt / Disc Sander 1
B. Disc 1
C. Disc housing 1
AVAmLABLE ACCESSORqES D. Disc table 1
E. Miter gauge 1
Sanding disc Disc housing Back stop Tension lever Sanding belt
R Disc dust chute 1
G. Belt dust chute 1
LIse only accessories recommended for this belt / disc
sander. Follow instructions that accompany accessories. Loose parts in bag:
Use of improper accessories may cause hazards. H, Table support rod 1
I. Belt backstop 1
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Visit your Sears Hardware Department or see the Sears J. Hex key 1 ........ _ ,.".: '; .:.: :: .,
K. Open-end wrench 1
Power and Hand Tool Catalog for the following
accessories: L. Hex head bolt 1
M. Long pan head screw 40mm 1
o Adhesive-backed Discs 6 inch: N. Pan head short screws 2
Fine, Medium, or Coarse Grits O. Pan head thin screws 1/2" 2
R Pan head medium screws 12mm 1
®Sanding Belts 4 x 36 inch:
Q. Large washer 1 Belt tracking knob
Fine, Medium, Coarse, or Extra Coarse Grits
R. Small washers 2
Abrasive Disc & Belt cleaner

Table assembly Arm stop

Use only accessories designed for thi_ belt / disc sander to

Mounting hole
avoid injury from thrown broken parts or workpieces.
Sears may recommend other accessories not listed in this
manual. See your nearest Sears store or Power and Hand
Tool Catalog for other accessories.
A
Do not use any accessory unless you have completely Disc dust chute On/Off switch
read the instruction or owner's manual for that accessory.

Hex key ;torage Miter gauge

Belt dust chute

B

If any part is missing or damaged, do not plug the belt /

disc sander in until the missing or damaged part is
replaced, and assembly is complete.

Carefully unpack the belt / disc sander and all its parts,
and compare against the illustration below. Auxiliary table
support hole
To protect the belt / disc sander from moisture, a
Wrench
protective coating has been applied to the machined o Bevel scale
surfaces. Remove this coating with a soft cloth moistened
with WD-40.

Power cord bracket\

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To avoid fire or toxic reaction, never use gasoline, naphtha,
acetone, lacquer thinner or similar highly volatile solvents t4 I J K L M
to clean the belt / disc sander.
Table support rod

Mounting hole Table lock knob

N O P Q R
 PULLEY COVER INSTALLATION (FIG. E) SANDING DISC INSTALLATION (FIG. G)
I
Attach pulley cover (1)using the 40mm long pan head Remove and clean any adhesive or material left on the
screw (2) and 12mm pan head screw (3), as shown. disc plate (2). Peel plastic backing from abrasive disc (1)
Tighten screws securely. and carefully press disc firmly in position around the
sanding disc.
ASSEMBLY iNSTRUCTiONS Fig. C Fig. E
i
I Fig. G

To avoid injury, always keep the plug disconnected from

the power source and the switch turned OFF until the
sander is completely assembled and adjusted properly.
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For your own safety, never connect plug to power source ©

outlet until all assembly and adjustment steps are
completed, and you have read and understood the safety
and operating instructions.
TOOLS NEEDED

Slotted screwdriver
2. Loosen lock nut (3), and belt tension set screw (4) by
turning it counterclockwise.
Level 3. Raise up on the motor pulley (5) to replace or remove
Phillips screwdriver
the existing belt. Place new belt (6) on both pulleys (5)
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and (7).
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4. At the center span of the pulleys, apply light pressure SANDING DISC PLATE INSTALLATION (FIG. F)
to the belt. At the same time tighten set screw (4) by 1. Thread 1/4" set screw (1), into the tapped hole on hub
Adjustable wrench
Combination square {_ turning it clockwise, until the belt is just stretched. of sanding disc plate (2). Turn clockwise to tighten.
Reapply light pressure to the belt and maintain belt 2. Slide sanding disc plate (2), on drive shaft (3) making DISC COVER INSTALLATION (FIG. H)
tension between 1/4" to 1/2" deflection. sure flat on drive shaft is aligned with set screw (1) in 1. Position disc cover (1) in place as shown.
MOUNTING BELT AND DISC SANDER TO hub of disc plate (2). Slide disc plate onto shaft until 2. Insert the two 1/2" pan head screws (2) and tighten.
WORKBENCH (FIG; B) IMPORTANT: Do not over tighten belt tension because disc plate surface and edge of the pulley cover are
it does not require excessive tension to function nearly flush.
Fig. B properly. Excessive tension will reduce motor and 3. Insert hex wrench, down through slot (4) in the top of
2 belt life. belt and pulley guard and tighten set screw (1) against Fig. H
1. belt / disc sander base 3__D 5. After correct tension is obtained tighten lock nut (3), and flat on drive shaft (3).
2. Bolt 4 position sanding arm (2) in the horizontal position by
3. Flat washer / I i loosening the two hex screws (1). Retighten hex screws.
Fig. 2
4. Rubber washer 1_ iI ii Fig. D
5. 1/2" Foam pad (optional)

7. Flat washer
6.
8. Worksurface
Lockwasher L ,L
9.
10.
Hex nut
Jam nut
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PULLEY BELT ADJUSTMENT (FIG. C AND D)

1. Loosen the two hex screws (1) with wrench provided,
and move the sanding arm (2) to the vertical position.
Then tighten the two screws. (Fig. C)
 TABLE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION (FIG. I) Fig. J ADJUSTMENTS Fig. M
The worktable can be used with either the sanding disc or
the sanding belt. It should be used to support workpieces
in all sanding operations except inside curve applications.
To avoid injury, always keep the plug disconnected from
1. Insert the table support rod (1) into the sander base
the power source and the switch turned OFF until the
hole as shown. Table support rod should extend
5" outside of the sander base. sander is completely assembled and adjusted properly.
2. Align round side of the support rod (1) with hex bolt (2)
ADJUSTING TABLE SQUARE WITH SANDING DISC
and tighten bolt.
(FIG. L)
3. Slide table assembly (3) onto rod (1).
1. Using a combination square (1), place one side of the
4. Adjust table, align flat side of support rod with hex
square on the table (2) with the other side against the
bolt (4) on table bracket, and tighten.
sanding disc (3), and check to see if the table is 90°
to the disc.
Fig. !
2. If the table surface is not 90 ° to the disc, loosen table
lock knob (4), adjust table square with disc and tighten
DUST CHUTE INSTALLATION (FIG. K)
C lock knob (4).
1. Position the dust chute (1) on the sanding arm as
3. Adjust pointer (5) to the 0° mark on the angle scale,
) shown.
using a screwdriver.
2. Place washers on two pan screws (2). Insert the screws
through the slots on the side of the dust chute into the
Fig. L
C threaded holes on the sanding arm (3).
3. Tighten screws securely.

Fig. K ADJUSTING TABLE ANGLE (FIG. N)

The table can be tilted from 0° to 45 ° by loosening the
table lock knob (1), tilting the table to the desired angle,
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and tightening table lock knob (1).
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After tilting the table, the table assembly must be

¢ repositioned on the support rod to a maximum of 1/16"
distance between the sanding disc and the edge of the
table, to avoid trapping the work or fingers between the
disc and table.

Fig. N
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To avoid trapping the workpiece or fingers between the

table and sanding disc, the table edge should be
positioned a maximum of 1/16" from sanding disc plate,
as shown in FIG. I.

BACK STOP INSTALLATION (FIG. J)

The backstop prevents the workpiece from being pulled or
dragged beyond the sanding arm. It should always be
used to help control the workpiece°
1. Position back stop (1) on sanding arm (2). To avoid trapping the workpiece or fingers between the
2. Place washer (3) on hex bolt (4). Insert bolt through table and sanding disc, the table edge should be
slotted hole into the threaded hole in the side of the positioned a maximum of 1/16" from sanding disc plate.
sanding arm.
ADJUSTING TABLE TO BE HORIZONTAL (FIG. M)
3. Tighten hex bolt securely.
1. Place level on table parallel to disc.
2. If not level, hold table, loosen bolt (1).
3. Adjust to horizontal and retighten bolt.
 SAFETY POWER SWITCH (FIG. O) WRENCH (FIG. Q) REPLACING SANDING BELT (FIG. S, T, U) Fig= U
Insert the handle of the wrench into the metal clip located
on the sander as shown.
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To avoid injury, always keep the plug disconnected from To avoid injury, turn switch OFF and disconnect the plug
the power source and switch turned OFF until the sander Fig. Q from the power source before removing and installing
is completely assembled and adjusted properly. sanding belts.
The ON-OFF toggle switch (1) is located on side of the 1. Remove two screws (1), and dust chute (2).
sanding machine. Pull toggle switch up to turn the tool ON
Fig. S
and down to turn it OFF. The toggle switch has a switch
key (2) for locking the switch in the OFF position.
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IMPORTANT: When removing switch key from toggle
switch, always push the switch down to the OFF position
and pull yellow key out.
CHANGING POSITION OF SANDING ARM

Fig. O SANDING ARM IN VERTICAL POSITION (FIG. V)

1. The sanding arm can be used in either the horizontal
or vertical position. To move the sanding arm, loosen
the two bolts (1), that attach arm (2). Move the arm to
the desired position. Tighten the two bolts.
2. Insert the table support rod (3) into auxiliary hole as
shown. Table support rod should extend 5" outside
base.
2. Remove hex bolt (3), and backstop (4).
3. Align round on support rod with hex bolt on sander
FIg.T and tighten hex bolt (4) on sander.
3 4 4. Slide table assembly (5) onto rod (3), as shown.
MITER GAUGE (FIG. R) 5. Align flat on support rod with hex bolt (6) on table
bracket and tighten bolt.
A miter gauge (1) is supplied with your sander and is
used with the disc table. The miter gauge body can be
tilted 0° to 45 ° right or left for angle or miter sanding.
Install the slide rod into the table slot (2) as shown. To avoid trapping the workpiece or fingers between the
WRENCH STORAGE Loosen lock knob (3), rotate miter gauge body to the table and sanding belt, the table edge should be
desired angle and tighten lock knob (3). positioned a maximum of 1/16" from sanding belt.
1/8 INCH HEX WRENCH (FIG. P) Fig. R
Insert the long end of the hex wrench (1) through the
holes (2) located on the back surface of the pulley cover, Fig. V
as shown. 1 3
3. Slide tension lever (5), to the right to release tension
Fig. P on the sanding belt (6) (Fig. U).
4. Remove sanding belt from both sanding drums (7).
5. Slide new sanding belt over sanding drums, making
1 sure the belt arrow located on the inside of the belt will
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run in the direction of the arrow on the sander. Slide
tension lever (5), to the left to apply belt tension.
6. Quickly push the belt forward by hand (in the direction
of the belt rotation arrow, visible from the top between
the sanding disc and the belt arm) and check to see if
the sanding belt tends to run to one side or the other
on the two pulleys. 5
7. If the sanding belt runs toward the disc, slightly turn
the tracking knob (8) counterclockwise.
8. If the sanding belt runs away from the disc, slightly
turn the tracking knob (8) clockwise.
9. Plug sander into power source and turn the switch
ON and OFF quickly, and check to see if the
sanding belt runs to either side. Readjust and fine tune
tracking knob if necessary. &
10. When proper tracking is .achieved, replace backstop
and dust guard.
4 3
6

12 13
ADJUSTING SANDING ARM SANDING INSIDE CURVES (FIG. Y) END GRAIN SANDING WITH THE BELT (FIG. AA)
Freehand sanding of inside curves can be sanded on the When sanding the ends of the wide workpieces it is
LEVELING THE ARM (FIG. W)
idler drum (1). Never attempt to sand the ends of a more convenient to use the sanding belt (1) with the
A positive stop is provided to position the sanding arm
level with the workbench when the arm is in the workpiece on the drive drum. sanding arm in the vertical position and the table
assembly (2) moved to the sanding belt, as shown. See
horizontal position.
The belt and disc sander is designed to perform rough section titled CHANGING POSITION OF SANDING ARM.
1. Place the sanding arm (1) in the horizontal position.
sanding operations on surface, edge grain and end grain
2. Place a level (2) on the sanding belt and check to see To avoid injury, do not apply the end of the workpiece to
sanding. The sander will also perform freehand forming For more accurate work use the miter gauge and move
if the arm is level-. the idler drum. This could cause the workpiece to fly up
and contouring operations. The following suggestions are the workpiece evenly across.the sanding belt.
3. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen lock nut (3), and recommended for best results and safest use. or cause kickback.
turn sanding arm stop (4) clockwise to raise, or IMPORTANT: Use a combination square to position
counterclockwise to lower, until the sanding arm is Fig. Y miter gauge perpendicular to face of the disc. If it is not
1. Always apply light pressure allowing the abrasive to
level. Then tighten lock nut (3). square loosen miter gauge knob and move miter gauge,
remove the material slowly.
Fig. W 2. The workpiece should be moved, continuously, to slightly, until it is square.
avoid burning.
2 1 3. Avoid sanding small pieces of wood which will
position the fingers close to the abrasive belt or disc. For your own safety, turn switch OFF and remove plug
from the power source outlet during assembly er while
USING BACKSTOP WITH SANDING ARM (FIG. X) making adjustments to belt / disc sander.
When using the sanding arm in the horizontal position, to
I..-rform surface or edge sanding, the backstop (1) must
always be used. Always hold the work piece (2) firmly
keeping your fingers away from the sanding belt (3). The edge of the table must be positioned a maximum of
Always keep the end of the workpiece against the 1/16" from the sanding belt to avoid trapping the
backstop and move the work evenly across the sanding workpiece or fingers between the table and sanding belt.
belt. Apply only enough pressure to allow the sanding
4 belt to remove material. Use extra caution when sanding Fig. AA
very thin pieces.
SANDING OUTSIDE CURVES (FIG. Z)
Freehand sanding of outside curves should be done on
the sanding disc (1). Keep fingers a minimum of 1 inch
The edge of the backstop must be positioned a maximum irom the disc.
of 1/16" from the sanding belt to avoid trapping the work
or fingers between the backstop and sanding belt.

Fig. X Always sand on the left (downward) side of the sanding

disc, as shown. Sanding on the right (upward) side of the
sanding disc could cause the workpiece to fly up which
could be hazardous.

The edge of the table must be positioned a maximum of

1/16" from the sanding disc to avoid trapping the
workpiece or fingers between the table and sanding disc.

Fig. Z

14 15 Z
 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
For your own safety, turn switch OFF and remove plug To avoid shock or fire hazard, if the power cord is worn or
from the power source outlet before maintaining, or cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately.
lubricating your belt / disc sander.
Turn switch OFF and always remove plug from power source before making any adjustments or repairs.
1. Frequently blow out or vacuum out any dust that may
accumulate inside the motor. All repairs, electrical or mechanical, should be attempted
2. Remove impacted sawdust from the disc and belt only by trained repairmen. Contact the nearest Sears
abrasive or replace abrasive. Service Center. All repairs, electrical or mechanical, should be attempted only by qualified service technicians. Contact the nearest
Sears Service Center.
LUBRICATION
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY
Certain cleaning agents and solvents damage plastic All of the BALL BEARINGS are packed with grease at
parts. Some of these are: gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, the factory. They require no further lubrication. Motor will not run. 1. Defective or broken ON/OFF switch. 1-3. Replace all broken or defective
chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia and household parts before using sander.
detergents that contain ammonia. Avoiding use of these 2. Defective or damaged switch cord.
and other types of cleaning agents, minimizes the 3. Defective or damaged switch relay.
probability of damage. 4. Burned out motor. 4. Consult your local Sears Service
Center. Any attempt to repair this
motor may create a hazard unless
repair is done by a qualified
technician.
5. Blown house fuse. 5. Replace house fuse. Turn OFF
other appliances and power tools
on the same circuit.

Machine slows down .Operator applying too much 1. Use less pressure in applying
while sanding. pressure to workpiece. workpiece to sanding surface.
2. Dirt on wheels. 2. Clean wheels.
3. Worn or stretched belt. 3. Replace pulley belt.

Sanding belt runs off pulleys. 1. Not tracking properly. 1. Adjust tracking. See section
"REPLACING SANDING BELT".

Wood burns while sanding. 1. Sanding disc or belt glazed with sap. 1. Replace belt or disc.
2. Excessive pressure being applied 2. Reduce pressure applied to
to workpiece. workpiece.

Motor overheats 1. Motor overload. 1. r_educe motor load. Allow

to cool off before restarting.

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4" x 36" BELT/DISC SANDER MODEL NO. 137.283290

When servicing use only CRAFTSMAN replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a HAZARD or cause
product damage.
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Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this belt / disc sander may create a HAZARD unless repair is
done by a qualified service technician. Repair service is available at your nearest Sears Service Center. 0

Always order by PART NUMBER, not by key number 0

Key No. Part No. Description Size Qty. Key No. Part No. Description Size Qty.

1 2668BBDA37 Pan hal. screw M6x1.0-8 4 61 2701QBD514 Hex. nut 1/2x13 1

2 15900204 Floor plate 1 62 N/A
3 2601BZDA47 Hex. hd. bolt M6xl.0 1 63 16001701 Spring 1
4 2701FZD106 Hex nut M6xl.0 1 64 15902001 Guide drum 1
5 15904102 Motor pulley 1 65 2705QZD506 Nut chuck 1/4x20 1
6 8343725904 Motor 1 66 2601QBDK37 Hex. hd. bolt 1/4x20 1 i
7 15900702 Motor rod 1 67 2502NBC406 Spring washer 1 i
8 2570BBN207 E-ring 1 68 16003001 Gripe 1
9 15900904 Base 1 69 16002901 Belt tension lever 1
10 2898DB7G06 Rocker switch 1 70 15902501 Handle 1

11 2660PBCK11 Pan hd. tapping screw M4x18-12 2 71 15904001 Plastic washer 1

12 15901204 Switch cover 1 72 2501NBDN16 Flat washer 1
13 2660PBCK10 Pan hd. tapping screw M4x18-8 2 73 16002301 Spring 1
14 2504MZC004 External tooth lock washer 2 74 15901701 Rubber pad 2
15 15903101 Switch box t 75 2570BBN112 C-ring 2
16 2801UBHA07 Strain relief 2 76 2506MBN612 Wave washer 1
17 15901704 Label 1 77 15901801 Bush 2
18 2668BBDA37 Pan hd. screw M6x1.0-8 4 78 15901902 Drum-idler 1
19 15901903 Plate cover 1 79 15902101 Shaft-idler 1
20 2601QBDK57 Hex. hd. bolt 5/16x18-1 1 80 15900801 Sanding belt 1

21 2603BBLA38 Hex. sac. set screw M6x1.0-10 1 81 15905501 Lock knob 1

22 15902202 Plate cover 1 82 2601QBDK53 Hex. hd. bolt 5/16x18-7/16 1
23 2668BBDA37 Pan hd. screw M6x1.0-8 4 83 2501NBDN24 Flat washer 1
24 2807BY06H2 Power cable 1 84 16005201 Tilt bracket 1
25 2606BBLA05 Hex. soc. set screw M4x0.7-4 2 85 2668QBDK24 Pan hd. screw 10#x24-1/4 1
26 2701FBD106 Hex. nut M6xl.0 1 86 16004901 Needle pointer 1
27 2688BBDA41 Pan hd. screw M6x1.0-20 1 87 2601QBDK55 Hex. hal. bolt, 5/16x18-3/4 1
28 2668QBDK17 Pan hd. screw 8#x32-1/2 2 88 16004801 Table support 1
29 17711501 Disc cover 1 89 15906101 Hex. soc. hd. cap bolt 10#x32-0.59 2
30 15904601 Disc sanding 1 90 2504MBC005 External tooth lock washer 2

31 15904501 Plate sanding 1 91 2501NBDN03 Flat washer 2

32 2603RBLK32 Hex. soc. set screw 1/4x20-1/4 1 92 15906301 Pin pivot support 2
33
34
35
2668BBDA45
16005903
2138NBL701
Pan hd. screw
Pulley cover
Wrench hex.
M6x1.0-40 1
1
1
93
94
95
16004301
15906001
15905301
Pin pivot
Table sander
Support rod
2
1
1
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36 2572ARY150 Synch belt 1 96 14911703 Sheet bar 1
37 15903701 Spindle pulley t 97 14606001 Angle pointer 1
38 2601QBDK59 Hex. hd. bolt 5/16x18-1 1/2 2 98 2641BZDA22 Round washer hd. screw M5xO.8-6 1
39 2501NBDN22 Flat washer 5/16x25/32-1/8 2 99 14607802 Miter gauge 1
40 15904002 Bearing seat bracket t 100 2501NZDN10 Flat washer 1 0

41 2502ABC416 Spring washer 2 I01 14608301 Knob 1

42 2602BBLA55 Hex. soc. hd. cap bolt M8x1.25-20 2 102 14608001 Pin 1
43 1590 7803 Caution label 1 103 15910601 Wrench 1
44 2668QBDK27 Pan hd. screw 10#x24-3/4 3 104 2620BBDC19 Pan hd. screw & washer M6x1.0-12 2
45 17305801 Bearing seat 1 105 15910801 Clamp 1
46 2001ZZ6001 Ball bearing 2 106 15911004 Warning label 1
47 2570BBN112 C-ring 2 107 2668BBDA39 Pan hd. screw M6x1.0-12 1
48 15900102 Drive-drum 1 108 2805U5HN16 Terminal 1
49 2803RBLK32 Hex. soc. set screw 1/4x20-1/4 2 109 2801DBHA01 Strain relief 1
50 16001203 Table belt 1 110 2606BBLA05 Hex. soc. set screw M4xO.7-4 2

51 15900701 Drive shaft 1 111 28605BH07t Switch key 1

52 16001401 Cap-bearing 1 112 16314301 Power cord clamp 2
53 2668QBDK22 Pan hd. screw 10#x24-1/4 3 113 2641BBDA40 Round washer hd. screw 2
54 16008101 Dust collector 1 114 2501MZDN06 Flat washer 2
55 2501NBDN03 Flat washer 2 137283290001 Owner's manual 1
56 2668QBDK22 Pan hd. screw 10#x24-1/4 2
57 2601QBDK34 Hex. hd. bolt 1/4x20-1/2 1
58 2501NBDN16 Flat washer 1/4x3/4-1/16 1
59 16003101 Stop back 1 N/A Not applicable
60 15901101 Screw stop 1 Not shown
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