Craftex CX501 User manual

CX501
6” x 48” BELT & 12” DISC SANDER
User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Safety Instructions ..........................................................................3
Specific Safety Instructions...........................................................................4
Features .......................................................................................................5
Physical Features.........................................................................................6
Unpacking ....................................................................................................7
Proper Grounding.........................................................................................7
ON/OFF Power Switch.................................................................................8
Horizontal Sanding.......................................................................................8
Tilting the Tables..........................................................................................9
Removing the Sanding Belt..........................................................................9
Installing the New Belt..................................................................................10
Belt Tracking Adjustment..............................................................................10
Stop Fence...................................................................................................10
Dust Collection .............................................................................................11
Installing Sanding Disc Paper.......................................................................11
Test Run.......................................................................................................12
Work-Piece Inspection..................................................................................12
Maintenance.................................................................................................12
Troubleshooting............................................................................................13
Parts Breakdown................................................................................. 14 & 15
Parts List ............................................................................................. 16 - 18
Warranty.......................................................................................................19

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Extreme caution should be used when operating all power tools. Know your power
tool, be familiar with its operation, read through the owner’s manual and practice
safe usage procedures at all times.
ALWAYS read and understand the
user manual before operating the
machine.
CONNECT your machine ONLY to the
matched and specific power source.
ALWAYS wear safety glasses
respirators, hearing protection and
safety shoes, when operating your
machine.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or
jewelry when operating your machine.
A SAFE ENVIRONMENT is
important. Keep the area free of dust,
dirt and other debris in the immediate
vicinity of your machine.
BE ALERT! DO NOT use prescription
or other drugs that may affect your
ability or judgment to safely use your
machine.
DISCONNECT the power source when
changing drill bits, hollow chisels,
router bits, shaper heads, blades,
knives or making other adjustments or
repairs.
NEVER leave a tool unattended while
it is in operation.
NEVER reach over the table when the
tool is in operation.
ALWAYS keep blades, knives and bits
sharpened and properly aligned.
ALL OPERATIONS MUST BE
performed with the guards in place to
ensure safety.
ALWAYS use push sticks and feather
boards to safely feed your work
through the machine.
ALWAYS make sure that any tools
used for adjustments are removed
before operating the machine.
ALWAYS keep the bystanders safely
away while the machine is in
operation.

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MAKE SURE the sander is connected
to the matched and specific power
source instructed in the manual.
ALL THE GUARDS must be in place
while operating the sander to ensure
safety.
MAKE SURE before making any
adjustments, the switch is in the “OFF”
position and the cord is un-plugged from
the power source.
NEVER sand more than one work piece
at a time.
DO NOT wear loose clothing while
operating this sander.
KEEP YOUR WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and workbenches
increase the chance of accident.
NEVER LEAVE the sander unattended
while it is running.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors
should be kept at a safe distance from
the work area.
DO NOT force the sander. It will do the
job better and will be safer at the
operating rate for which it is designed.
ALWAYS wear a dust mask and safety
glasses while operating the sander. The
tiny dust particles produced by the
sander can cause serious health
problems.
ALWAYS inspect stock for staples, nails
knots or any other foreign material
before sanding.
ALWAYS operate the sander in a well-
ventilated area and use a dust collection
system for dust removal whenever
possible.
ALWAYS hold the work piece firmly
when sanding. When not using the
table, i.e. sanding free-hand, grip the
work piece with both hands.
USE THE STOP FENCE when
performing horizontal sanding on the
belt sander.
MAINTAIN AND SERVICE your sander
regularly as instructed in the user
manual.
MAKE SURE you have read and
understood all the safety instructions in
the manual and you are familiar with
your CX501 sander, before operating it.
If you fail to do so, serious injury could
occur.
WARNING
The safety instructions given above can not be complete because the environment in
every shop is different. Always consider safety first as it applies to your individual
working conditions.
CX501 – 6”x48” Belt & 12” Disc Sander
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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MODEL CX501 – 6” x 48” BELT & 12” DISC SANDER
As part of the growing line of Craftex woodworking equipment, we are proud to offer CX501a
6” x 48” Belt and 12” Disc Sander. The Craftex name guarantees Craft Excellence. By
following the instructions and procedures laid out in this user manual, you will receive years of
excellent service and satisfaction. The CX501 is a professional tool and like all power tools,
proper care and safety procedures should be adhered to.
Belt sander operates horizontally & vertically and can be locked at any angle in between
Belt tracking adjustments are easily made with thumb screws
Two dust ports; 2” & 2-3/8” and two precision aluminum tables with miter gauge slots
Powdered coated paint
Motor................................... ..........1 1/2-HP, 60-HZ, 1720-RPM
Disc Diameter...................... ..........12”
Disc Table Size.................... ..........17.5” x 10”
Disc Table Tilt...................... ..........0° to -45°
Belt Size .............................. ..........6” Width x 48” Length
Belt Speed........................... ..........2500 SFPM
Belt Sander Tilt.................... ..........0° to 90°
Belt Table Size .................... ..........10” x 8”
Belt Table Tilt....................... ..........0° to -45°
Approx Weight..................... ..........60.5 Kgs
Warranty.............................. ..........3 Years
CX501 – 6”x48” Belt &
12” Disc Sander
FEATURES

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CX501 – 6”x48” Belt & 12” Disc Sander
PHYSICAL FEATURES
Feet
CabinetPowdered
Coated Paint
2” Dust
Port 2-3/8” Dust
Port
Table Tilt
Lock
Work
Table
12” Sanding
Disc 1 ½”-HP Motor
On/Off
Switch
Idler Roller
Guard 6” x 48” Sanding
Belt
Table Tilt
Scale
Work
Table
Tilting Scale
Lock Knob
Quick Release
Tension Lever

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UNPACKING
The machine is properly packaged and is
shipped completely in a crate for safe
transportation. When unpacking, carefully
inspect the crate and ensure that nothing
has been damaged during transit. Open the
crate and check that the machine is in good
condition.
PROPER GROUNDING
Grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to reduce the
risk of electric shock.
CX501 is equipped with a 120 volt single
phase motor which features a 3-conductor
cord and a 3-prong grounded plug to fit a
grounded type receptacle. Make sure the
cord is plugged into a properly installed and
grounded power outlet.
To prevent electrical hazards, have a
qualified electrician ensure that the line is
properly wired.
This appliance is for use on a normal 120-
volt circuit and is factory-equipped with a
specific electric cord and plug to permit
connection to a proper electric circuit. Make
sure that the appliance is connected to an
outlet having the same configuration as the
plug. If an adaptor plug is used, it must be
attached to the metal screw of the
receptacle.
Figure-1 120-Volts Outlet for CX501
It is strongly recommended not to use
extension cords with your CX501. Always
try to position your machine close to the
power source so that you do not need to
use extension cords.
In case if you really find it necessary to use
an extension cord, make sure the extension
cord does not exceed 50-feet in length and
the cord is 14-gauge to prevent motor
damage.
Your CX501 is equipped with a cord having
3-prongs which fits a 3 prong grounding
receptacle as shown in figure-3. Do not
remove the grounding prong to fit it into a 2-
pronged outlet. Always check with a
qualified electrician if you are in doubt.
WARNING
CX501 is a very heavy machine, do not
over-exert yourself. For safe moving
method use fork truck or get the help of
an assistant or friend.
WARNING
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician if you are in doubt as to
whether the outlet is properly grounded.

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ON/OFF POWER SWITCH
CX501 is equipped with a rocker-type
power switch which starts and stops the
motor and is located on the junction box of
the motor. The switch features a removable
locking key to prevent unauthorized
operations. When the sander is not in use
for a long period of time, simply remove the
locking key and store it in a safe place.
To start the sander, insert the locking key
and shift the switch to the left.
Figure-2 On/Off Switch
HORIZONTAL/VERTICAL
SANDING
1. Loosen the screw securing the sander
frame to the motor bracket using a 6
mm hexagonal wrench.
Figure-3 Removing the screw
2. Remove the belt sander table.
3. Move the belt sander to horizontal /
vertical position manually.
4. Tighten the screw securely after the belt
sander has been positioned horizontally
/ vertically.
Make sure to mount the stop fence as
shown in figure-4 when performing flat
surface sanding.
Figure-4 Installing stop fence
IMPORTANT
To prevent any type of accidental
injuries, make sure the power switch is in
the OFF position before connecting the
sander to the power source.

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TILTING THE TABLES
Both tables on CX501 sander can be tilted
from 0° to 45°.
To tilt the tables:
1. Loosen the table levers/knobs securing
the tables to the sander frame, located
under the right and left sides of each
table.
Figure-5 Loosening the levers/knobs
2. Adjust the tables tilt position according
to the graduated scales attached for
indicating the tilting degree of the tables.
3. Retighten the levers/knobs securely.
REMOVING THE SANDING
BELT
1. Turn off the sander and disconnect the
cord from the power source.
2. Loosen the 5 lock knobs securing the
belt guard and remove it. See figure-6
Figure-6 Lock knobs to be loosened
3. Loosen the two table lock levers and the
two screws holding the table to the
sander and remove the table.
4. Remove the table-tilt graduated scale.
5. Loosen the belt tension by shifting the
belt tension control lever upward.
Figure-7 Releasing the belt tension
6. Remove the sanding belt from the right
side.

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INSTALLING NEW BELT
After the old belt has been removed
proceed as follows:
1. Make sure the arrowheads marked on
the back of the sanding belt point to the
direction indicator attached on the belt
guard.
2. Place and center the new belt on both
the rollers.
3. Tighten the belt tension by shifting the
belt tension control lever downwards.
4. Install the tilt scale, the table and the
belt guard back.
BELT TRACKING
ADJUSTMENT
Belt tracking means where the belt rides on
the rollers. The belt should always be
centered on both the rollers.
To adjust the sanding belt tracking:
1. Turn the sander on for 2 or 3 seconds
and see if the belt wanders to the left or
right.
If the sanding belt is not riding the rollers on
a centered path, adjustment is necessary.
2. Turn off the sander and disconnect the
cord from the power source.
3. Loosen the “fix nut” shown in figure-8.
Figure-8 Belt Tracking adjustment
4. Check if the sanding belt is tracking
forward or backward. Turn the
adjustment nut (shown in figure-8)
counter-clockwise to move the belt
forward. Turn the adjustment nut
clockwise to move the belt backwards.
5. Connect the machine to the power
source and turn it on. Observe the blade
tracking on the rollers.
If the blade is tracking in the center, the
adjustment is properly done.
If the belt is still not tracking in the center,
repeat from step 3 to 5.
STOP FENCE
When the sanding platen is set for
horizontal sanding, the stop fence should
be used to prevent the work piece flying out
while sanding.
Install the stop fence to the sanding platen
using the two lock knobs.