Description
The 16 - inch Open - End Belt Sander is a top - notch tool with front - mounted controls and a load meter. This load meter constantly monitors the operation, ensuring smooth and efficient sanding. Inside the machine, metal - tipped safety limiters are in place. If the belt breaks, they'll immediately stop the sander, providing a high level of safety. The combination head gives a more consistent finish on your workpieces. And the pneumatic conveyor belt tracking system automatically centers the belts, saving you time and effort. Features include an air - pressured oscillating movement for smoother surfaces. You can choose between 15 or 32.5 FPM dual feed speeds according to your needs. The conveniently mounted load meter keeps a constant check during operation. There's an extendable workpiece support arm for added convenience. A front - facing emergency safety stop is provided for quick shutdown in case of an emergency. The limiters will stop the sander right away if the belt breaks. The pneumatic sanding belt tracking keeps the belt centered. There's a side - access door for easy belt changes, and the combination head promotes a more consistent finish. Specifications show a stock number of 1791250, 4 air required at 5 atm, a minimum dust collection CFM of 800, a 4 - inch dust port outside diameter, a 1/4 HP feed motor power, a feed rate of 15/32.5 FPM, a maximum board thickness of 5 inches, a maximum board width of 16 inches, a minimum board length of 13 - 3/4 inches, a 1 - phase motor with 5 HP power and 230V voltage, pre - wired at 230V. It has a Prop 65 warning for cancer and reproductive harm, a recommended circuit size of 40 amps, a sanding belt speed of 2,200 FPM, and it's a wide belt sander style.
Using this 16 - inch Open - End Belt Sander is quite straightforward. First, make sure the machine is properly plugged into a 230V power source with a 40 - amp circuit as recommended. You can choose the feed speed between 15 or 32.5 FPM based on the type of sanding you're doing. Place your workpiece on the extendable support arm. The front - mounted controls make it easy to start and adjust the sander during operation. Keep an eye on the load meter to ensure everything is running smoothly. In case of an emergency, just press the front - facing emergency safety stop. If the belt breaks, the metal - tipped safety limiters will immediately stop the sander. For belt changes, simply use the side - access door. When it comes to maintenance, regularly check the dust collection system to make sure it's working properly with a minimum CFM of 800. Keep the air supply at 4 at 5 atm as required. Also, be aware of the Prop 65 warning about cancer and reproductive harm, and take necessary precautions. And always follow basic safety rules when using this machine.
