Frank PYTHON C 048666 User manual

Operating instructions
Floor sander PYTHON C 3,2kW/50Hz
with gentle lifting lever
Item no 048666
Art. Nr. 049275

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Operating instructions
Parquet floor sander Python C 3,2kW/50Hz
with gentle lifting lever
Stand: Februar 2008

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with gentle lifting lever
Contents
1Introduction.................................................................................................................................... 6
2Scope of delivery........................................................................................................................... 7
3Machine specifications PYTHON C ............................................................................................. 8
3.1 Important components..................................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Technical data ................................................................................................................................. 9
3.3 Safety and machine protection facilities .......................................................................................... 9
4Proper use...................................................................................................................................... 9
5Installing the guide tube .............................................................................................................. 10
6Disassembling for transport ........................................................................................................ 11
6.1 Removing the guide tube ............................................................................................................... 11
6.2 Removing the motor ........................................................................................................................ 12
7Operating the PYTHON C ............................................................................................................ 14
7.1 Protective clothing and equipment ................................................................................................ 14
7.2 Fitting the dust bag ....................................................................................................................... 15
7.3 Safety instructions regarding dust .................................................................................................. 16
7.4 Disposing of sanding dust ............................................................................................................. 17
7.5 Replacing the sanding belt ............................................................................................................ 18
7.6 Adjusting the sanding pressure ..................................................................................................... 19
7.7 Safety instructions for electric cable and connectors .................................................................... 20
7.8 Connecting the PYTHON C to the mains power ........................................................................... 20
7.9 Remarks about sanding parquet and plank floors ......................................................................... 22
7.10 Sanding with the PYTHON C ........................................................................................................ 25
8Maintenance .................................................................................................................................. 30
8.1 Changing the sanding drum .......................................................................................................... 30
8.2 Adjusting the running wheels ......................................................................................................... 32
8.3 Adjusting the castor wheels ........................................................................................................... 34
8.4 Adjusting the tension roller ............................................................................................................. 35
8.5 Tightening the V-belts...................................................................................................................... 36
8.6 Guarantee........................................................................................................................................ 37

9Parts lists ......................................................................................................................................... 37
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Operating instructions
Parquet floor sander Python C 3,2kW/50Hz
with gentle lifting lever

1Introduction
Dear customer,
you have decided in favour of the FRANK parquet floor sander PYTHON C, the correct choice
with respect to quality and performance.
The PYTHON C is the result of a consistent implementation of many years of experience.
This machine combines an extraordinary high sanding performance and an excellent sanding
quality, together with an easy to operate, proven and reliable technology.
This operating instructions contain important informations for the use and safe operation of the
PYTHON C.
Caution!
Read these operating instructions carefully before assembling or operating the
PYTHON C. Ensure that all operators read these operating instructions prior to operate
the machine.
Adherence to the safety notes helps to protect against potential dangers for health and
personal safety and to prevent an improper utilisation of the machine.
Before starting to work, make yourself familiar with the operation of the machine. It's too
late if you do it while working!
Never allow anybody without sufficient skills and knowledge to operate the machine.
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2Scope of delivery
1guide tube
2dust bag
3cable with plug and coupling
4lower part of the machine with motor
5wing screws (2 pieces)
6operating instructions
7hexagon socket screw key 5 mm
8hexagon socket screw key 6 mm
9hexagon socket screw key 10 mm
10 running wheel adjusting tool
11 tool pouch
12 fork wrench 10 mm
13 fork wrench 13 mm
14 fork wrench 24 mm
15 double fork wrench 30/36 mm
16 hearing protectors
17 respirator
18 Multiclip
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3Machine specifications PYTHON C
3.1 Important components
1pressure regulating screw 11 bumper wheel
2castor wheels 12 belt guard
3running wheels 13 motor
4drum cover 14 switch box
5 V-belt tension screw 15 dust bag
6tension lever 16 cable arm
7knurled nut 17 left hand grip
8clamping lever 18 main lifting lever
9motor plug 19 right hand grip
10 carrying handle 20 gentle lifting lever
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3.2 Technical data
Single-phase AC motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 V, 60 Hz
Motor power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,2kW
Sanding drum speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2100 rpm
Sanding width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 mm
Sanding belt dimensions . . . . . . . . . 250 mm x 750 mm, endless
Machine weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 kg
3.3 Safety and machine protection facilities
PYTHON C is equipped with an
-overcurrent cutout and an
-no-volt release
The overcurrent cutout protects the machine from damage and persons from endangering in the
case of short circuits.
The no-volt release prevents uncontrolled restart of the machine after power failure. The motor
will not restart automatically when the power returns, it will have to be switched on again.
4Proper use
The parquet floor sander PYTHON C is suitable for dry sanding of parquet and plank
floors. No other use is allowed.
Caution!
Never use PYTHON for wet procedures (mortal risk from electric shock)!
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Parquet floor sander Python C 3,2kW/50Hz
with gentle lifting lever

5Installing the guide tube
Note: The Python C is delivered with the guide tube (1) removed.
Caution!
Injury to the operator or other persons could occur or damage could occur if the machine
starts up unintentionally. Disconnect the machine from the power supply before working
on the machine!
Instructions:
1. Insert the guide tube (1) into the guide tube support (7). The curved section of the tube must
face toward the motor. Clamp the guide tube by means of the clamping lever (6) located on
the guide tube support.
2. Fit the connector (8) into the both screws of th pull rod
3. Move the main lifting lever (2) into the rear position to raise the sanding drum from the floor.
4. Tighten both wing nuts
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Parquet floor sander Python C 3,2kW/50Hz
with gentle lifting lever