Carbatec BDS-1523H User manual

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6"x9" Belt/Disc Sander
with Stand
BDS-1523H MANUAL
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A. Belt/Disc Sander
B. Side Plate x 2
C. Top Cross Rail x 2
D. Lower Cross Rail x 2
E. Workpiece Table
F. Hook & Loop Backing
G. Sandpaper
H. Feet
I. Assembly bolts
J. Disc Dust Port
K. 4" Dust Adapter
L. Belt Dust Port
M. Lock Shaft
N. Miter Gauge
O. Tools
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The following items are provided in the shipping box:
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
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1. Remove parts from all of the cartons
and lay them on a clean work surface.
2. Remove any protective materials and
coatings from all of the parts and the
spindle sander. The protective coatings
can be removed by spraying WD-40 on
them and wiping it o with a soft cloth.
This may need to be redone several
times before all of the protective coatings
are removed completely.
3. Compare the items above to verify
that all items are accounted for before
discarding the shipping box.
DO NOT USE ACETONE, gasoline or lacquer
thinner to remove any protective coatings.
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If any parts are missing, do not attempt to
plug in the power cord and turn “ON” the
spindle sander. The spindle sander can only
be turned “ON” after all the parts have been
obtained and installed correctly.
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This belt/disc sander will require a minimal amount of assembly.

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SERIAL NUMBER:
DATE OF PURCHASE:
Record the serial number and date of purchase
in your manual for future reference.
Key information can be found on the inspection
panel, found on the rear of the machine.
Model:
Voltage
Freq:
Phase:
Amp:
kW:
Speed:
Lot No.:
Serial No.:
Date:
QUALITY INSPECTED
Made in for:
CARBATEC PTY LTD
Brisbane - Australia
DUST COLLECTION: All woodworking machines require effective dust extraction to ensure
quality work and longevity of the machine itself. Failure to connect your machine to a
suitable dust collector may affect your warranty. The collector required for your machine
will depend on several factors including the type of machine and its dust port connection,
distance between collector and machine, type and frequency of use and the material being
worked. We recommend a dust collector that will provide you a minimum airflow of
1200-CFM when measured at the machine connection.
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IMPORTANT
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Introduction 2
What’s In The Box 3
Key Information 4
Safety Instructions - General 6-9
Safety Instructions - Electrical 10
Overview 11
Specications 12
Assembly 13-15
Operation 16-18
Maintenance 19-22
Wiring Diagram 23
Parts Diagram 24
Parts List 25
Warranty 26
Troubleshooting 27
CONTENTS
NOTE: The specifications, photographs, drawings and information in this manual represent
the current machine model when the manual was prepared. Changes and improvements
may be made at any time, with no obligation on the part of Carbatec to modify previously
delivered units. Reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this
manual is correct, to provide you with the guidelines for the proper safety, assembly and
operation of this machine.
CONTENTS
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IMPORTANT! Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this
equipment. The following instructions must be followed at all times. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, re, and/or serious personal injury.
There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. We strongly recommend
that this tool not be modied and/or used for any other application other than that for which
it was designed. If you have any questions about its application, do not use the tool until
you have contacted us and we have advised you.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety
symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding.
The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and
warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
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Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this manual, including all safety
alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,” and “CAUTION” before using this tool.
Failure to following all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, re, and/or
serious personal injury.
A safety alert symbol Indicates DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result
in property damage.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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SYMBOL MEANING
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Carbatec products bearing the Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM) have been
tested in accordance with applicable Australian/New Zealand Standards
to ensure their compliance with all mandatory standards and regulations
(applicable at time of original sale). Carbatec Pty Ltd are registered as a
responsible supplier with relevant Australian government departments and
our products are registered on the EESS & ACMA database.
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Operating a power tool can be dangerous
if safety and common sense are ignored.
The operator must be familiar with the
operation of this machine. Read this manual
to understand this machine. DO NOT operate
this machine if you do not fully understand
the limitations of this tool.
DO NOT modify this machine in any way.
BEFORE USING
THIS MACHINE
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To avoid serious injury and damage to the
tool, read and follow all of the Safety and
Operating Instructions before operating
the machine.
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1. SOME DUST CREATED BY USING
POWER TOOLS CONTAINS CHEMICALS
known to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm. Some examples
of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints.
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement,
and other masonry products.
• Arsenic and chromium from
chemically treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending on how often you do this
type of work. To reduce your exposure
to these chemicals: work in a well
ventilated area and work with approved
safety equipment, such as those dust
masks that are specially designed to
lter out microscopic particles.
2. READ this entire manual. LEARN how to
use the tool for its intended applications.
3. GROUND ALL TOOLS. If the tool is
supplied with a 3-prong plug, it must
be plugged into a 3-contact electrical
receptacle. The third prong is used to
ground the tool and provide protection
against accidental electric shock.
4. AVOID A DANGEROUS WORKING
ENVIRONMENT. Do not use electrical
tools in a damp environment or expose
them to rain.
5. DO NOT USE electrical tools in the
presence of FLAMMABLE liquids
or gases.
6. ALWAYS KEEP THE AREA CLEAN, well
lit, and organized. Do not work in an
environment with oor surfaces that are
slippery from debris, grease, and wax.
7. KEEP VISITORS AND CHILDREN AWAY.
Do not permit people to be in the
immediate work area, especially when
the electrical tool is operating.
8. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to perform
an operation for which it was not
designed. It will do a safer and higher
quality job by only performing operations
for which the tool was intended.
GENERAL SAFETY
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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9. WEAR PROPER CLOTHING.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, or jewellery. These items
can get caught in the machine during
operations and pull the operator into
the moving parts. The user must wear
a protective cover on their hair, if hair is
long, to prevent it from contacting any
moving parts.
10. CHILDPROOF THE WORKSHOP AREA
by removing switch keys, unplugging
tools from the electrical receptacles,
and using padlocks.
11. ALWAYS UNPLUG THE TOOL FROM THE
ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE
when making adjustments, changing
parts or performing any maintenance.
12. KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE
AND IN WORKING ORDER.
13. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make
sure that the power switch is in the
“OFF” position before plugging in the
power cord to the electrical receptacle.
14. REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS
from the immediate area prior to turning
“ON” the machine.
15. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES. Use of incorrect or
improper accessories could cause
serious injury to the operator and cause
damage to the tool. If in doubt, check the
instruction manual that comes with that
particular accessory.
16. NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL
UNATTENDED. Turn the power switch
to the “OFF” position. DO NOT leave the
tool until it has come to a complete stop.
17. DO NOT STAND ON A TOOL. Serious
injury could result if the tool tips over,
or you accidentally contact the tool.
18. DO NOT STORE ANYTHING ABOVE OR
NEAR the tool where anyone might try to
stand on the tool to reach it.
19. MAINTAIN YOUR BALANCE. Do not
extend yourself over the tool. Wear oil
resistant rubber soled shoes. Keep oor
clear of debris, grease, and wax.
20. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Always
keep tools clean and in good working
order. Keep all blades and tool bits sharp,
dress grinding wheels and change other
abrasive accessories when worn.
21. EACH AND EVERY TIME, CHECK FOR
DAMAGED PARTS PRIOR TO USING
THE TOOL. Carefully check all guards to
see that they operate properly, are not
damaged, and perform their intended
functions. Check for alignment, binding
or breaking of moving parts. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be
immediately repaired or replaced.
22. DO NOT OPERATE TOOL WHILE TIRED,
OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS,
MEDICATION OR ALCOHOL.
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23. SECURE ALL WORK. Use clamps or jigs
to secure the work piece. This is safer
than attempting to hold the work piece
with your hands.
24. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE
DOING, AND USE COMMON SENSE
WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL. A
moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
25. ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO
PREVENT INHALING DANGEROUS DUST
OR AIRBORNE PARTICLES, including
wood dust, crystalline silica dust and
asbestos dust. Direct particles away
from face and body. Always operate tool
in well ventilated area and provide for
proper dust removal. Use dust collection
system wherever possible. Exposure to
dust may cause serious and permanent
respiratory or other injury, including
silicosis (a serious lung disease), cancer,
and death. Avoid breathing dust, and
avoid prolonged contact with dust.
Allowing dust to get into your mouth or
eyes, or lay on your skin may promote
absorption of harmful material. Always
use properly tting AS/NZS approved
respiratory protection appropriate for the
dust exposure, and wash exposed areas
with soap and water.
26. USE A PROPER EXTENSION CORD IN
GOOD CONDITION. Use of extension
cords should be avoided where possible.
When using an extension cord, be sure
to have a cord heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw, and
with compatible pin conguration and
connections (NEVER use an extension
cord rated at less than your machine).
Longer run extensions will need heavier
duty extension cords. Only connect
your extension cord or machine to
a receptacle that accepts your plug
and never modify your plug to suit a
receptacle.
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY
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This tool must be grounded while
in use to protect the operator from electric
shock. IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION
OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides the
path of least resistance for electric current
and reduces the risk of electric shock. This
tool may be equipped with an electric cord
that has an equipment grounding conductor
and a grounding plug. The plug MUST be
plugged into a matching electrical receptacle
that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with ALL local codes
and ordinances.
DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED.
If it will not t the electrical receptacle, have
the proper electrical receptacle installed by a
qualied electrician.
IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
of the equipment grounding conductor can
result in risk of electric shock. The conductor
with the green insulation (with or without
yellow stripes) is the equipment grounding
conductor. DO NOT connect the equipment
grounding conductor to a live terminal if repair
or replacement of the electric cord or plug
is necessary.
CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN or
service personnel if you do not
completely understand the grounding
instructions, or if you are not sure the
tool is properly grounded.
Use only a 3-wire extension cord that has
a 3-prong grounding plug and a 3-pole
receptacle that accepts the tool’s plug.
Replace a damaged or worn
cord immediately.
Power tools and machinery are intended
for use on a circuit that has an electrical
receptacle as shown in FIGURE A that
shows a 10 Amp 3-wire electrical plug and
corresponding electrical receptacle that has
a grounding conductor.
If this particular tool has been designed and
tted with a two prong electrical plug, ensure
it displays the ‘Double Insulated’ logo shown
in FIGURE B, before connecting to a
3- wire receptacle.
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Never modify the standard tted electrical
plugs to t your receptacle.
FIG. A FIG. B
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OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
6" X 9" BELT/DISC SANDER WITH STAND OVERVIEW
A. Pulley Cover
B. Back Stop
C. Sanding Belt
D. Belt Guard
E. Motor
F. Base
G. Side Plate
H. Lower Cross Rail
I. Top Cross Rail
J. Miter Gauge
K. Workpiece Table
L. Sanding Disc
M. Tension Lever
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Any uses beyond its designed purpose may be dangerous.
Always wear applicable AS/NZS approved PPE.
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BRAND Carbatec
WARRANTY 1 year
POWER 230V/50Hz - 10A Plug
MOTOR 560W (3/4 HP) Induction
BELT SIZE 150mm x 1220mm / 6" x 48"
DISC SIZE 230mm / 9"
DUST PORT 2 x 38mm
WORKPIECE TABLE SIZE 310mm x 155mm
WORKPIECE TABLE TILT 0° - 45°
MITER GAUGE INCLUDED Yes
QUICK RELEASE BELT Yes
SPEED 1400 RPM
WORKSHOP FOOTPRINT (WxDxH) 740mm x 520mm x 1400mm
SHIPPING WEIGHT 54 kg
NET WEIGHT 51 kg
SPECIFICATIONS
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BDS-1523H ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY
To keep freight costs to a minimum and reduce damage in transport, this belt/
disc sander will require a signicant amount of assembly and will require some
heavy lifting. Ensure you have additional people to assist with lifting etc.
• The Belt/Disc Sander is not pre-assembled. After unpacking, the machine
must be installed prior to use.
• Transport the Belt/Disc Sander in its packing crate to a place near its nal
installation site before unpacking it.
• If the packaging shows signs of possible transport damage, take the
necessary precautions not to damage the machine when unpacking.
• If any damage is discovered, the carrier and/or shipper must be notied of
this fact immediately to establish any claim which might arise.
A. PLACEMENT LOCATION
Consider anticipated workpiece sizes and additional space needed for auxiliary
stands, work tables, or other machinery when establishing a location for this
machine in the shop. See dimensions on page 12, for reference.
B. STAND ASSEMBLY
1. Using side plates (Fig. B1), upper
(Fig. B2) & lower (Fig. B3) cross rails
and supplied bolts. Assemble stand
as shown.
Fig. B
NOTE: It is recommended to
assemble all screws nger tight rst.
Fig. B
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ASSEMBLY
C. ASSEMBLE THE FEET
1. Slide corner brackets over bottom
of base as shown aligning holes with
holes in side plate.
Fig. C1 & C2
2. Install feet through from the bottom
of base and secure with supplied
washers and nuts.
Fig. C3
Fig. C1
Fig. C2
Fig. C3
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ASSEMBLY & SET UP VIDEO.
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D. SANDER ASSEMBLY
1. Carefully set the sander onto the
stand assembly, aligning the four
holes on the legs of the stand with
the holes on the sander base.
Fig. D1
2. Use supplied bolts to attach the
stand to the sander base. Bolts will
thread directly into the base.
Fig. D2A
3. Install the belt dust port using
supplied hardware.
Fig. D3 & D4
Fig. D1
Fig. D3
Fig. D4
Fig. D2
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OPERATION
Fig. E1E. SETUP THE DISC SANDER
1. Remove screw using supplied hex
key and fold down dust guard.
Fig. E1
2. Clean sanding disc and let
dry completely.
3. Remove paper from hook & loop
backing (Fig. E2) and stick to
sanding disc (Fig. E3).
4. Apply supplied sandpaper to disc
Fig. E4
5. Fold dust guard into place
and secure.
6. Using supplied screws install disc
dust port to dust guard.
Fig. E5
Fig. E2
Fig. E3 Fig. E4
Fig. E5
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F. INSTALL
WORKPIECE TABLE
1. Insert the lock shaft into the hole of
the workbench as shown Fig. F1A
and tighten the two grub screws
using supplied hex key. Fig. F1B
2. Insert the lock shaft into the hole in
the base as shown and tighten the
two grub screws leaving a 1.6mm
gap between the table and disc.
Fig. F2 & F3
Notes:
The at surface of the shaft must
face the grub screws in steps 1
& 2 in order to properly secure
workbench.
Workbench can also be installed
for use with belt sander by
installing as shown in g. F4.
Make sure that the lock shaft
does not touch motor housing.
Fig. F4A
Fig. F1
Fig. F2
Fig. F3
Fig. F4
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OPERATION
Dust exposure created while using machinery may cause
cancer, birth defects, or long-term respiratory damage. Always
wear goggles and a AS/NZS 1716:2012 compliant approved
respirator when working with the dust.
G. TEST RUN
Before you put your combination sander into
use, let’s give it a quick inspection.
1. Are all fasteners tight?
2. Is the sanding belt properly tracked
and tensioned?
3. Rotate disc slowly. Look and listen
for any scraping noises or anything
that impedes smooth movement.
Make appropriate adjustments.
Once assembly is complete, test run the
machine to ensure it is properly connected to
power and safety components are functioning
correctly. If you nd an unusual problem
during the test run, immediately stop the
machine, disconnect it from power, and x
the problem BEFORE operating the
machine again.
Fig. G
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OPERATION & SAFETY VIDEO.
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H. MAINTENANCE
• Keep the machine and all attachments clean.
• Protect the spindle sleeves from nicks.
• Clean sleeves threads and threaded socket before use.
• Apply a small amount of rust inhibitor to the table
frequently to avoid excessive corrosion.
• All bearings are permanently lubricated and require no
further service.
• Apply light grease to and exposed threaded parts and
tilting mechanism.
• After approx 800 hours of operation, please change the
lubricant oil in the sealed gearbox.
MAINTENANCE
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MAINTENANCE VIDEO.
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Fig. I1SERVICING THE BELT
I. CHANGING THE BELT
1. Remove the bolt securing the
backstop using supplied wrench and
remove backstop.
Fig. I1
2. Loosen the (4) lock knobs holding
the belt guard and remove.
Fig. I2
3. Remove the belt sander dust port.
Fig. D4
4. Move tension lever to
“loose” position.
Fig. I4
5. Remove used belt and replace
with correct size making sure that
the belt is oriented correctly with
the direction of rotation. Incorrect
installation will split the belt at
the joint.
Fig. I5A
6. Re-tension the belt and replace the
dust port, belt guard and back stop.
MAINTENANCE
Fig. I2
Fig. I5
Tensioned
Fig. I3
Loose
Fig. I4
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