American Sanders RS-16DC HDTR User manual

Rotary Sander
RS-16DC HDTR
Operator’s Manual

Contents
Operator Safety Instructions.......................................................2-5
Introduction..........................................................................6
Machine Specifications..................................................................6
Electrical Connection Instructions.................................................7
Operating Instructions....................................................................8
Troubleshooting....................................................................9
Maintenance................................................................10-11
Main Assembly........................................................................26-27
Motor Assembly............................................................................29
Gearbox Assembly.......................................................................29
Wiring Diagram............................................................................30
Warranty........................................................................31
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 American Sanders machine could result in injury
to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as well. You must have training in
the operation of this machine before using it. If your operator(s) cannot read this manual, have it explained fully before
attempting to operate this machine.
All directions given in this book are as seen from the operator’s position at the rear of the machine.
***This product is intended for commercial use only***
WARNING!
The Products sold with this Manual contain or may contain chemicals that are known to certain governments (such as the State of
California, as identied in its Proposition 65 Regulatory Warning Law) to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. In
certain locations (including the State of California) purchasers of these Products that place them in service at an employment job site
or a publicly accessible space are required by regulation to make certain notices, warnings or disclosures regarding the chemicals that
are or may be contained in the Products at or about such work sites. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to know the content of, and
to comply with, any laws and regulations relating to the use of these Products in such environments. The Manufacturer disclaims any
responsibility to advise purchasers of any specic requirements that may be applicable to the use of the Products in such environments.
In this Operation Manual you will find three statements that you must read and observe to ensure safe operation of this
machine.
DANGER means: Severe bodily injury or death can occur to you or other personnel if the DANGER statements
found on this machine or in this Operation Manual are ignored or are not adhered to. Read and observe
all DANGER statements found in this Operation Manual and on your machine.
WARNING means: Injury can occur to you or to other personnel if the WARNING statements found on your
machine or in the Operation Manual are ignored or are not adhered to. Read and observe all WARNING
statements found in this Operation Manual and on your machine.
CAUTION means: Damage can occur to the machine or to other property if the CAUTION statements found
on your machine or in this Operation Manual are ignored or are not adhered to. Read and observe all
CAUTION statements found in this Operation Manual and on your machine.
Operator Safety Instructions
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DANGER: Failure to read the Owner’s Manual prior to operating or servicing your American Sanders machine could result in injury to
you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as well. You must have training in the
operation of this machine before using it. If you or your operator(s) cannot read English, have this manual explained fully
before attempting to operate this machine.
DANGER: A. Sanding/nishing wood oors can create an explosive or combustible environment. Do not operate this machine around
solvents, thinners, alcohol, fuels, oor nishes, wood dust or any other ammable materials. Cigarette lighters, pilot lights,
electrical sparks and all other sources of ignition should be extinguished or avoided. Keep work area well ventilated.
B. Dust generated from sanding wood oors can spontaneously ignite or explode. Promptly dispose of any sanding dust in
a metal container clear of any combustibles. Do not dispose in a re.
DANGER: A. Electrocution could occur if the machine is being serviced while the machine is connected to a power source. Disconnect
the power supply before servicing.
B. Electrocution or re could occur if the machine is being operated with a damaged power cord. Keep the power cord clear
of the pad. Always lift the cord over the machine. Do not move the machine by the power cord.
C.Shock hazard. Do not use the machine if it has been rained on or sprayed with water.
DANGER: To avoid injury keep hands, feet, and loose clothing away from all moving parts on the machine. Disconnect the power cord
before replacing the pad, changing the abrasive, or when servicing. Do not operate the machine unless all guards are in
place. Never leave the machine unattended while connected to a power source.
WARNING: Injury can occur if protective clothing or equipment is not used while sanding. Always wear safety goggles, protective
clothing, and dust mask while sanding.
WARNING: This sander is not to be used on pressure treated wood. Some pressure treated woods contain arsenic and sanding
pressure treated wood produces hazardous dust. Inhaling hazardous dust from pressure treated wood can cause serious
injury or death. Sanding pressure treated wood decks or uneven surfaces can damage the sander which is not covered
under warranty or damage waiver.
WARNING: Any alterations or modications of this machine could result in damage to the machine or injury to the operator or other
bystanders. Alterations or modications not authorized by the manufacturer voids any and all warranties and liabilities.
WARNING: Risk of explosion. Floor sanding can result in an explosive mixture of ne dust and air. Use oor sanding machine only in a
well-ventilated area free from any ame or match.

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WARNING: This machine contains moving parts. To reduce the
risk of injury, always unplug the power cord before servicing.
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Introduction
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KNOW YOUR MACHINE
1 Operator Handle Grips
2 Switch Lever Safety Lock Button
3 Switch Levers - Squeeze - ON / Release - OFF
4 Handle Release Compression Lever
5 Power Cord
6 Operator Handle
7 Cord Hook
8 Skirt (RS-16 DC)
UNCRATE THE MACHINE
When the machine is delivered, carefully inspect the shipping
carton and the machine for damage. If damage is evident,
save the shipping carton so that it can be inspected. Contact
the American Customer Service Department.
INSTALLING THE PAD DRIVER
1. Align the lugs with the corresponding slots in the pad driver and
turn the pad driver counterclockwise to lock it in place (gure 2). To
remove pad driver, give it a quick hard turn clockwise.
CAUTION!
Using the wrong pad on this machine can overload the motor.
2. Install skirt (RS-16 DC) as shown in gure 1, item 8; stiffening the
strip down.

(Canada, Mexico, and United States)
Grounding Pin
Grounded Outlet Box
Grounded Outlet
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Electrical Connection Instructions
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Operating Instructions
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Troubleshooting
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MACHINE WOBBLES DURING
OPERATION
Defective pad... one side is more dense than the other.
Machine left sitting on pad for extended period of time causing pad to “take a set”.
Pad not “seated” properly into pad holder bristles.
Warped block on brush or padholder - replace.
MACHINE DOES NOT RUN Check plug for proper connection - on machine and at wall outlet.
Check building circuit breaker.
Call for service.

Contents
Instrucciones de seguridad para el operador..............................11
Introducción..................................................................13
Instrucciones de conexión eléctrica ............................................14
Funcionamiento de la maquina....................................................15
detcción de problemas.................................................................16
LEA ESTE MANUAL
Este manual contiene información importante acerca del uso y la seguridad de la máquina. Si no lee el manual antes de utilizar su
máquina American Sanders o de intentar realizar los procedimientos de reparación o mantenimiento de la misma, usted o el resto
del personal podrían sufrir lesiones; asimismo, podrían producirse daños a la máquina o a otras propiedades. Antes de utilizar la
máquina, es necesario recibir la capacitación adecuada en la operación de la misma. Si el operador de la máquina no sabe leer en
español, explíquele el manual exhaustivamente antes de que intente utilizarla.
Todas las indicaciones incluidas en este manual se ofrecen desde la posición del operador en la parte posterior de la máquina.
ADVERTENCIA!
Los Productos a la venta en este Manual contienen, o pueden contener, productos químicos reconocidos por algunos gobiernos (como el Estado de
California, según lo indica en su Proposición 65, Ley de Advertencia Regulatoria) como causantes de cáncer, defectos de nacimiento u otros daños
reproductivos. En algunas jurisdicciones (incluido el Estado de California), los compradores de estos Productos que los coloquen en servicio en un
emplazamiento laboral o en un espacio de acceso público tienen la obligación regulatoria de realizar determinados avisos, advertencias o divulgaciones
respecto de los productos químicos contenidos o posiblemente contenidos en los Productos utilizados en tal lugar. Es la responsabilidad del comprador
conocer y cumplir con todas las leyes y reglamentaciones relacionadas con el uso de estos Productos en tales entornos. El Fabricante niega toda
responsabilidad de informar a los compradores sobre requisitos especícos que pueden regir el uso de los Productos en tales entornos.
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PELIGRO signica: Usted u otras personas pueden estar expuestos a sufrir lesiones personales, inclusive la
muerte si las indicaciones de PELIGRO que se encuentran en esta máquina o en el manual
de instrucciones se ignoran o no se tienen en cuenta. Lea y respete todas las indicaciones
de PELIGRO que se encuentran en el manual de instrucciones y en la máquina.
ADVERTENCIA signica: Usted u otras personas pueden estar expuestos a sufrir lesiones personales, si las
indicaciones de ADVERTENCIA que se encuentran en esta máquina o en el manual de
instrucciones se ignoran o no se tienen en cuenta. Lea y respete todas las indicaciones de
ADVERTENCIA que se encuentran en el manual de instrucciones y en su máquina.
PRECAUCIÓN signica: La máquina u otros bienes pueden sufrir daños materiales si las indicaciones de PRECAUCIÓN
que se encuentran en la máquina o en el manual de instrucciones se ignoran o no se
tienen en cuenta. Lea y respete todas las indicaciones de PRECAUCIÓN que se
encuentran en el manual de instrucciones y en la máquina.
Instrucciones De Seguridad Para El Operador
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Introducción
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Introducción
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Modelo RS-16DC HDTR
Número de código 56382881
Tensión (V) 120
Frecuencia (Hz) 60
Corriente (A) 15
Velocidad de la impulsor de la
almohadilla 175 rpm
Potencia 1.5 hp (1.1 kW)
Transmisión 3-Engranaje planetario
Tamaño de la 16” (41 cm)
Almohadilla/el cepillo Longitud
del cable 50’ (15 m)
Peso con manija 46” (117 cm)
Peso (con cable) 91 lbs. (41.1 kg)
Tubo de la manija Acero tubular
Base Alumminio fundido a presión
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Conexión a Tierra
Receptáculo con
Toma a Tierra
Caja del
Receptáculo con
Toma a Tierra
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MAQUINAS 120 V. NSTRUCCIONES PARA LA CONEXION ELECTRICA DE LA MAQUINA
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FUNCIONAMIENTO DE LA MAQUINA
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DETCCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS
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Contents
Consignes De Securite Destinees A L’operateur........................18
Préparation de la machine avant la mise en service.....................20
Instructions pour le raccordement au réseau 120.......................21
Préparation de la machine avant la mise en service....................22
Diagnostic..................................................................................23
LISEZ CE MANUEL
Ce Manuel contient des informations importantes concernant l’utilisation et le fonctionnement de cette machine dans des
conditions de sécurité optimales. La non-lecture de ce manuel avant d’utiliser ou d’entretenir votre machine American
Sanders risque de provoquer un accident ou d’endommager la machine ou son environnement. Vous devez avoir été
formé à l’utilisation de cette machine avant de l’utiliser. Si l’opérateur n’est pas en mesure de lire ce Manuel, il devra se le
faire expliquer entièrement avant de tenter d’utiliser cette machine.
Toutes les directions données dans ce Manuel le sont par rapport à la position de l’opérateur, à l’arrière de la machine.
AVERTISSEMENT !
Les Produits vendus avec le présent manuel contiennent ou peuvent contenir des produits chimiques reconnus par certains gouvernements
(comme l’État de Californie, par le biais de la proposition de loi d’avertissement réglementaire 65) comme provoquant des cancers, des
anomalies congénitales et autres dangers pour la reproduction. Dans certains endroits (comme l’État de Californie), les acheteurs de
ces Produits, qui les utilisent sur un lieu de travail ou dans un espace public, ont l’obligation d’apposer certains avis, avertissements ou
informations concernant les produits chimiques qui sont ou peuvent être contenus dans les Produits dans ces lieux ou aux alentours
de ces lieux de travail. Il incombe à l’acheteur de connaître les dispositions de, et de respecter, toutes les lois et réglementations ayant
attrait à l’utilisation de ces Produits au sein de tels environnements. Le Fabricant rejette toute responsabilité d’informer les acheteurs
concernant des exigences spéciques qui peuvent s’appliquer à l’utilisation des Produits dans de tels environnements.
***Ce produit est destiné pour une utilisation commerciale.***

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Consignes De Securite Destinees A L’operateur
 DANGERsignie: De graves blessures corporelles, voire la mort, peuvent survenir si les déclarations DANGER
apposées sur l’appareil ou inscrites dans le Manuel de l’utilisateur sont ignorées ou
ne sont pas suivies. Lisez et respectez toutes les consignes DANGER se trouvant dans le
Manuel de l’utilisateur et sur l’appareil.
 AVERTISSEMENTsignie: Des blessures corporelles peuvent survenir si les MISES EN GARDES apposées sur
l’appareil ou inscrites dans le Manuel de l’utilisateur sont ignorées ou ne sont pas suivies.
Lisez et respectez toutes les AVERTISSEMENTS inscrits dans le Manuel de l’utilisateur
et apposés sur l’appareil.
MISEENGARDEsignie: Il y a risque de dommages à l’appareil ou à la propriété si les MISES EN GARDES apposées
sur l’appareil ou inscrites dans le Manuel de l’utilisateur sont ignorées ou ne sont
pas suivies. Lisez et respectez toutes les MISES EN GARDE se trouvant dans le Manuel
de l’utilisateur et apposées sur l’appareil.
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Preparation De La Machine Avant La Mise En Service
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