Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 70145A 11/00 American Standard
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Form No. 70145A 11/00 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Printed in the READ THIS BOOK This book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine.
Page 2 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Contents of this Book Operator Safety Instructions ........................................................ 3 Machine Safety Statements ...............................................
AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 3 DANGER means: Severe bodily injury or death can occur to you or other personnel if the DAN- GER statements found on this machine or in this Owner's Manual are ignored or are not adhered to.
Page 4 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual DANGER : This machine had rotating and moving elements that can cause serious injury. Follow these precautions: • Do not operate this machine unless all guards, doors and covers are secure and in place.
AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 5 The following safety decals are mounted on the machine as shown. If these or any other machine decal, label or plate should become damaged or illegible, install a new decal in its place.
Page 6 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Introduction and Machine Specifications Operating Control Lever Motor Starter / Protector Tension Release Lever Level Adjustment Nut.
AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 7 230V Electrical Connection Instructions CAUTION: This machine will operate only on AC frequency and on electrical voltage shown on the motor nameplate. Make sure you have the correct frequency and voltage before connecting the power cord to an outlet.
Page 8 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Ho w to T ranspor t the Machine WARNING : The machine is heavy. Remove the motor from the machine before transporting. Get help loading the machine and motor. Transporting the Machine - One Person To transport the machine, follow this procedure: 1.
AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 9 NOTE: It is not necessary to adjust the fan belt independently during this procedure or during replace- ment. The idler pulley is factory adjusted. 5. Close the belt guard door. 6. Plug the motor pigtail in, twisting to lock.
Page 10 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Machine Set-Up To set-up your machine follow this procedure: 1. Familiarize yourself with the machine and read all danger, warning and caution statements. Make sure all operators of this machine have read this Owner's Manual.
AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 11 How to Operate the Machine DANGER: Sanding/finishing wood floors can create an environment that can be explosive. Cigarette lighters, pilot lights and any other source of ignition can create an explosion when active during a sanding session.
Page 12 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Figure 11 To operate the machine follow this procedure: 1. Install the operator's belt as follows: a. Position the operator's belt around waist. b. Cross the straps at the waist.
AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 13 A. First pass forward, right to left. C. Second pass forward, overlap ½ the drum width. D. Second pass reverse, retrace second path forward, etc.....for the entire room. B. First pass reverse, retrace same path.
Page 14 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Sanding Cuts and Sandpaper Initial Cut The purpose of the initial cut is to remove old finish and gross imperfections on the floor surface. The sanding equipment should be adjusted to heavy sanding pressure setting and a coarse abrasive belt should be used.
AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 15 Sander Adjustment Procedures DANGER: Electrocution could occur if main- tenance and repairs are performed on a unit that is not properly dis- connected from the power source. Disconnect the power supply be- fore attempting any maintenance or service.
Page 16 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Figure 15 Leveling To adjust the machine leveling follow this procedure: 1. Locate the leveling screw. See figure #15. The leveling screw is located towards the rear of the chassis beneath the sanding pressure knob.
AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 17 Routine Maintenance The following items need to be periodically inspected and maintained to keep your sander in good working condition.
Page 18 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual P ROBLEM C AUSE A CTION Chatter T roubleshooting Drive belts slip. Insufficient tension. Tension drive belt as described in (Squeaking or squealing sound) adjustment procedures. Worn belts.
AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Page 19 Burning or glazing. Dull abrasive. Replace abrasive. Excessive sanding pressure. Decrease sanding pressure setting. Fig. #14, page 13. Too fine of an abrasive. Use coarser abrasive. Slow cutting.
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