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American Standard 70145A 11/00 manual

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  • Page 1

    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. Failure to read this book prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your ALTO machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the ma[...]

  • Page 2

    Page 2 AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY Classic 8 Operator's Manual Contents of this Book Operator Safety Instructions ........................................................ 3 Machine Safety Statements ......................................................... 5 Introduction and Machine Specifications ..................................... 6 230V E[...]

  • Page 3

    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. Read and observe all DANGER statements found in this Owner's Manual and on your ma[...]

  • Page 4

    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. • Keep hands, feet and loose clothing away from all moving parts. • Do no[...]

  • Page 5

    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. Contact your local autho- rized distributor for new decals. The following information signals p[...]

  • Page 6

    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 Sanding Pressure Adjustment PART NUMBER 07094C ABRASIVE SIZE 29 1 / 2 " x 7 7 / 8 " CONTACT WHEEL SPEED 2850 rpm (revolutions per minute) A[...]

  • Page 7

    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. The machine has a plug as show[...]

  • Page 8

    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. Make sure the power cable is disc[...]

  • Page 9

    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. Transporting the Machine - Two People When transporting [...]

  • Page 10

    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. If they cannot read English, have the manual expla[...]

  • Page 11

    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. All sources of ignition should be extin[...]

  • Page 12

    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. See figure #11. c . Slide the belt loop end over the handle on the control lever side. Adjus[...]

  • Page 13

    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. E. Work the remaining unsanded floor in the same fashion, right to l[...]

  • Page 14

    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. If the surface is sever[...]

  • Page 15

    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. DANGER : Moving parts of this [...]

  • Page 16

    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. 2. Tighten the leveling screw (compress the leveling spring) to s[...]

  • Page 17

    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. Sanding Chamber Periodically blow out the sanding chamber to prevent large accumulations of debris which could interfere with the performance of [...]

  • Page 18

    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. Replace belts. Squealing, growling or grinding Damaged and/or worn bearing. Remove drive be[...]

  • Page 19

    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. Dull abrasive. Replace abrasive. Too fine of an abrasive belt. Use a coarser abrasive[...]