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3” X 21” BELT SANDER
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MODEL: 8356
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
2-YEAR
LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR THIS BELT SANDER
KING CANADA TOOLS
OFFERS A 2-YEAR LIMITED WARANTY
FOR NON-COMMERCIAL USE.
PROOF OF PURCHASE
Please keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty and servicing purposes.
LIMITED TOOL WARRANTY
KING CANADA makes every effort to ensure that this product meets high quality
and durability standards. KING CANADA warrants to the original retail consumer a
2-year limited warranty as of the date the product was purchased at retail and that
each product is free from defects in materials. Warranty does not apply to defects
due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or
alterations and lack of maintenance. KING CANADA shall in no event be liable for
death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, special or consequential
damages arising from the use of our products. To take advantage of this warranty,
the product or part must be returned for examination by the retailer. Shipping and
handling charges may apply. If a defect is found, KING CANADA will either repair
or replace the product.
PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LISTS
Refer to the Parts section of the King Canada web site for the most updated parts
diagram and parts list.
POWER SUPPLY
WARNING: YOUR BELT SANDER MUST BE CONNECTED TO A 110V, 15-AMP
CIRCUIT. FAILURE TO CONNECT IN THIS WAY CAN RESULT IN INJURY FROM
SHOCK OR FIRE.
Your belt sander must be properly grounded. Not all outlets are properly grounded. If
you are not sure if your outlet is properly grounded, have it checked by a qualified
electrician.
WARNING: IF NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED, THIS BELT SANDER CAN CAUSE
ELECTRICAL SHOCK, PARTICULARLY WHEN USED IN DAMP LOCATIONS.
EXTENSION CORDS
The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power. Use the following
chartto determine the minimum wire gauge (A.W.G-American Wire Gauge) extension
cord. Only use polarized extension cords (one prong wider than the other) which have
2-prong type plugs and 2-hole receptacles which accept the tool’s plug.
For circuits that are further away from the electrical circuit box, the wire gauge must be
increased proportionately in order to deliver ample voltage to the jig saw. Refer to chart
for wire length and size.
SPECIFICATIONS &
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
WARNING!: If any parts are missing, do
not operate your belt sander until missing
parts are replaced. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury.
WARNING!: Do not use this product as a
component of others products. Also, do not
use attachments or accessories not recom-
mended for use with this product. Any such
use could result in possible serious injury.
Technical Specifications
Belt size ..........................................................................................................3” x 21”
Belt speed ..................................................................................................800 F.P.M.
Voltage................................................................................................................120V
Amperage ............................................................................................................6.5A
Cycle/Phase ........................................................................................60Hz, 1 phase
LENGTH OF
EXTENSION CORD
0-25 FEET
26-50 FEET
51-100 FEET
WIRE GAUGE REQUIRED
(AMERICAN WIRE GAUGE)
110V LINES
NO.16
NO.14
NO.12
1. KNOW YOUR TOOL
Read and understand the owners manual and labels affixed to the tool. Learn its
application and limitations as well as its specific potential hazards.
2. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain. Keep work
area well lit and provide adequate surrounding work space.
3. USE RIGHT TOOL.
Don’t force the tool or the attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
4. WEAR PROPER APPAREL.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings, watch) because they
could get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protec-
tive hair covering to contain long hair. Roll up long sleeves above the elbows.
5. MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE.
Keep tool clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for operation
and changing accessories.
6. DISCONNECT TOOLS.
Before servicing, when changing accessories or attachments.
7. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Make sure the switch is in the ‘’OFF’’ position before plugging in.
8. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the manual for recommended accessories. Follow the instructions that
accompany the accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause hazards.
9. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other parts that are damaged should be care-
fully checked to ensure they will operate properly and perform their intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other parts which are damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced.
Specific Rules for Safe Operation
1. ALWAYS SWITCH OFF AND WAIT.
Wait for the sanding belt to come to a complete stop before any type of adjustment
or maintenance.
2. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM MOVING PARTS.
3. KEEP CHILDREN AND PREGNANT WOMEN away from the work area where paint
sanding is being done.
4. ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK or respirator, the mask filter should be replaced regularly.
5. NO EATING, DRINKING OR SMOKING should be done in the work area to prevent
ingesting contaminated paint particules.
We recommend you save these instructions
GENERAL & SPECIFIC
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR BELT SANDER
Getting to know your Belt Sander
Lock-on Button
Belt Tension Lever
Soft Grip Handle &
Housing
Figure 1
Trigger
3” x 21” Belt
Belt tracking knob
Dust bag
ADJUSTMENTS & OPERATION
TURNING YOUR BELT SANDER ON/OFF
Warning!Always hold the belt sander firmly
with both hands while sanding.
To start the belt sander, press the On/Off
trigger (A) Fig.2. To stop the belt sander,
release the On/Off trigger.
For continuous operation, press and hold the
On/Off trigger (A) and then press the lock-on
button (B), you can now release the On/Off
trigger and the belt sander will continue to
operate without holding the trigger. To stop
the belt sander, press and release the On/Off
trigger.
CHANGING THE SANDING BELT
To change the sanding belt, pull lever (A)
Fig.3 which will release the belt tension. Pull
the sanding belt off the two rollers (B). Before
placing the new sanding belt, make sure the
arrow on the inside of the sanding belt
corresponds to the direction of the arrow on
the sander. Also make sure the rear roller is
free of all debris before installing belt. Place
the new sanding belt in place around the two
rollers, the belt should be centered between
the front and the rear rollers. Push the lever
(A) towards the rear to tension the sanding
belt.
ADJUSTING SANDING BELT TRACKING
To adjust the sanding belt tracking, turn the
sander upside down. Hold the sander firmly
with one hand, start the motor and release the
On/Off trigger immediately after observing the
belt tracking. If the sanding belt runs outward,
turn the tracking knob (A) Fig.4 clockwise and
counterclockwise if the sanding belt runs
inward. Make this adjustment until the outer
edge of the belt is even with the outer edge of
both rollers (B).
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
DUST COLLECTION
Warning!Before installing dust bag, unplug
the belt sander from its source of power.
When using your belt sander, dust and grit
are produced, therefore it is important to use
adust bag (A) Fig.5. Connect the dust bag
nozzle to the dust collection port on the belt
sander.
Caution!Donot allow the dust bag to get too
full. Empty the dust bag regularly to improve the dust collection, this will also reduce the
risk of spontaneous combustion especially when sanding polyurethane, varnish, etc. Do
not dispose of the dust particules in an open fire. You should always empty the dust bag
before each time you store the tool away.
Caution! When working on metal surfaces, do not use the dust bag or a vacuum
cleaner because sparks are generated. Wear safety glasses and a dust mask. Due to
the danger of fire, do not use your belt sander to sand magnesium surfaces. Do not use
for wet sanding.
SANDING LEAD BASED PAINT
Sanding of lead based paint is NOT RECOMMENDED due to the difficulties
controlling the contaminated dust, children and pregnant women run the greatest risks
of lead posioning.
OPERATION HINTS
For best results, it is important to lay the platen (sander base) flat on the workpiece while
sanding to prevent gouging. Always start your belt sanding before it is in contact with the
workpiece. When possible, clamp your workpiece to a work bench. Use the correct grit
sanding belt for your application. 60 Grit-paint removal, 80 Grit- Solid wood/steel, 100
Grit- plastic/acrylic.
MAINTAINING YOUR BELT SANDER
Never apply excessive force on your belt sander, overloading and motor damage could
happen. Always keep the air cooling vents clear of debris using a clean dry paint brush.
Compressed air is not recommended because of the air borne dust particules it creates.
Figure 5
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