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Drum Sander
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X8801
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
COMMERCIAL DRUM SANDER
CONGRATULATIONS
YOU HAVE JUST ACQUIRED A HIGH QUALITY DRUM
SANDER. PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR NEW SANDER. KEEP
MANUAL ON HAND FOR FURTHER REFERENCES.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
*When using an electrical cleaner, basic precautions should be followed.
*Read all instructions before using sander.
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Important parts of the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
How to assemble the machine
Dust suction tube and bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Setting up the machine
Leveling the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Sandpaper installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Sanding drum pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Starting the motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Instructions for electrical connection to 115V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
How to operate the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Maintenance
Changing and adjusting the Poly - V Belt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Sanding drum maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Maintenance of the wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Prevention maintenance .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13
Assembly drawing and spare parts list.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-17
This manual aims to help you use and take
good care of this machine over the years for
which we offer you our warranty as manufactur-
ers as well as our technical assistance service.
Always keep this manual to hand. Many of the
instructions and recommendations will be famil-
iar and well-known to you.
Should this not be the case, apply these
instructions and recommendations correctly and
you will obtain excellent results, safety and satis-
faction.
It is important to remember that reading this
manual carefully can help you to prolong the life
of your machine as it will ensure its correct use.
Inspect your machine on receipt, make sure that
it has not been damaged during the transport.
Check the contents of the box to ensure that not
accessories are missing.
As always, we thank you for placing your confi-
dence in a Powr-Flite product.
Single-phase AC motor . . .115V - 60Hz.
Motor power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1,5 HP.
Sanding drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8"
Drum r.p.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 200 r.p.m.
Suction fan speed . . . . . . . .6 800 r.p.m.
Machine weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133 Ibs
Gross weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 lbs
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•You must have been trained to operate this
machine before using it.
•Machines can cause flammable materials and
vapors to burn. Do not use the machine with or
near solvents, thinners, fuels, or other flamma-
ble materials.
•To prevent the risk of fire or explosion:
a) Keep the machine away from sources of
ignition, as they could create an explosion dur-
ing use.
b) Keep the work area well ventilated. Poorly
ventilated work areas can create an explosive
atmosphere when they contain solvents, alco-
hol, thinners, certain finishes or any kind of
combustible material.
c) Never leave a full dust bag in the machine.
Remove the dust bag when you have finished
your work.
d) Empty the dust bag when it is 1/3 full.
e) Always empty the sanding dust into a metal
container.This container must be outside the
building.
f) Do not put the contents of the dust bag into a
fire or furnace.
g) Use a hammer and punch to set all the nails
flush against the floor so that the sanding drum
will not touch them and create sparks which
might cause a fire in the dust bag.
•Do not use the machine if it is not completely
assembled.
•To prevent electric shocks and personal injury,
always disconnect the power supply before
changing the sandpaper, emptying the dust
bag, leaving the machine unattended or
attempting any maintenance or service.
•To prevent electric shocks, avoid contact with
grounded surfaces, i.e. pipes, radiators, refrig-
erators, etc.
•Do not expose the machine to rain. Keep the
electrical parts dry.
•The machine should be stored in a dry place
and out of the reach of children.
•Check the cable and plugs and replace them if
damaged. Do not use the machine if the cable
is damaged. Keep the cable away from heat,
oil, water and sharp edges.
•Always connect the machine to a grounded
power supply.Never disconnect the ground
cable from the machine.
•Always use a cable with 3-wire size of 14
gauge and connect the machine to a grounded
plug. Ensure that the plug really does have a
ground connection.
•Make sure that the power switch is in the "0"
position before connecting the cable to the
electrical power supply.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury when using electrical tools, the follow-
ing basic safety precautions should always be taken.
Read these instructions carefully before operating or attempting to carry out any service or main-
tenance procedure on this product.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury when using electrical toots, the follow-
ing basic safety precautions should always be taken.
Read these instructions carefully before operating or attempting to carry out any service or main-
tenance procedure on this product.
•Keep the cable away from the underside of the
machine to avoid contact with the sandpaper
as this could cause electrocution. Always keep
the cable on top of the machine.
•Moving parts can cause injury and/or damage.
Keep hands, feet and loose clothing away from
all the moving parts of the machine.
•Make sure that all guards, doors and covers
are secure and in place before starting to sand.
•Check that all warning labels are legible and
duly stuck on to the machine. Should any of
them become damaged or illegible, replace
them immediately. Ask the authorized distribu-
tor for new labels.
•Make sure that the person who is going to use
the machine has read this manual beforehand.
•Do not use this machine as a step or furniture.
•Do not use this machine for moving other
objects or people.
•This machine is heavy. Separate the suction
tube if you are going to transport it single-
handed. Trying to lift this machine single-hand-
ed could cause serious back injuries. Always
get help to lift the complete machine.
•Always use a face or dust mask if the sanding
operation is dusty.
•Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use
common sense. Do not operate the machine
when you are tired. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Wear ear protection when
using the machine for long periods. Hold the
machine tightly with two hands while working.
•Always disconnect the machine when not in
use, before servicing and when changing
accessories.
•Never carry the machine by its cable or wrench
it out of the socket.
•Always keep children away from the machine.
Visitors should be kept away from the work
area.
•Using accessories or attachments other than
those recommended in this instruction manual
could cause personal injury.
•Check the machine for damaged parts before
use. Check for breakage, insufficient mounting,
misalignment or poor binding of moving parts
and anything else that may affect operation.
•Do not use the machine if the on-off switch
does not work correctly. Defective switches
must be replaced by an authorized servicing
center.
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IMPORTANT PARTS OF THE MACHINE
Cable Holder
This sander has a cable holder that could be
moved to the right or left side of the machine.
(fig. 1)
Sanding Drums
The machine is designed to work with three dif-
ferent types of drums:
Expandable Drum (fig. 2)
Bar Clamp Drum (fig. 3)
Conventional Drum (fig. 4)
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig.4
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IMPORTANT PARTS OF THE MACHINE
Electric Motor
The machine has a maintenance-free single-
phase heavy duty AC motor.
Power supply: 115 V/60 Hz only.
Overload protection by circuit breaker. (fig. 5)
Suction Dust Tube
The suction dust tube is placed at the back of
the machine next to the handle and lever for
controlling the sanding drum. (fig. 6)
Dust Bag
The dust bag must be fastened in place before
using the machine as in fig. 7.
Poly V Belt Slack Adjuster
The machine has one poly V belt for turning the
drum and the suction fan.
The drive belt is adjusted with belt slack adjuster.
(fig. 8)
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
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HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE MACHINE
Dust Suction Tube and Bag
To fit and adjust the dust suction tube and bag,
proceed as follows:
1. Fit the dust suction tube in place. (fig. 9)
2. Adjust the screw holding the tube. (fig. 10)
3. Attach the drum control lever. (fig. 11-12)
4. Clip the dust bag tightly to the dust
suction tube.
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
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SETTING UP THE MACHINE
Leveling the Machine
To level your sander horizontally proceed
as follows:
Tilt the machine as in fig. 13-14.
The machine has an adjustable system in order to
level the machine when required. (fig. 15)
Loosen the leveling screw to sand heavier on
drive belt side of the sanding drum.
Tighten the leveling screw to sand heavier on the
side opposite the drive belt. (fig. 16)
Fig. 13
Fig. 14
Fig. 15
Fig. 16
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SETTING UP THE MACHINE
Sandpaper Installation
To install and adjust the sandpaper, proceed as
follows:
-EXPANDABLE DRUM:
-This type of drum uses sandpaper which you
slide onto the drum. When the drum spins, the
rubber expands and holds the sanding belt.
(fig.18a,b)
-BAR CLAMP DRUM:
-Easy access to the drum allows quick change of
the sandpaper. A metal bar with screws holds the
sandpaper on the drum. (fig. 18c,d)
-CONVENTIONAL DRUM:
-Cut the sandpaper to the same size as the pat-
tern provided with the machine.
-Raise the lid covering the drum (fig. 18).
-Insert one side of the sandpaper into the slot on
the drum, turn the drum around until it is covered
with sandpaper and insert the other extreme into
the same slot (fig. 19a,b)
-Use both keys to adjust the sandpaper against
the drum by turning one key forward and the other
backward, as in (fig. 19c)
-Make sure that the sandpaper has been correctly
inserted.
Sanding Drum Pressure
The machine has only one sanding drum pressure
controlled by spring. (fig. 20).
Fig. 17
Fig. 18
Fig. 19
Fig. 20
A
AB
DC
B
C
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SETTING UP THE MACHINE
Starting the Motor
To operate the machine follow this procedure:
Connection to 115V (single-phase)
1. Connect the handle pigtail to the motor cord.
(fig. 21)
2. Connect the handle pigtail to the power cord.
(fig. 22)
3. Make sure that the circuit breaker placed at one
side of the electrical box of the motor is in the
“ON” position. (fig. 23)
4. the machine has a double-bladed safety switch
under voltage release. The “front” position is used
to start the motor and the “rear” position to stop
the motor. (fig. 24)
Fig. 21
Fig. 22
Fig.23
Fig. 24
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