Sealey SBS260.V2 User manual

12MM VARIABLE SPEED BELT SANDER 260W
MODEL NO: SBS260.V2
Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard, this product will, if used according to these
instructions, and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS & CAUTIONS. USE
THE PRODUCT CORRECTLYAND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR
PERSONAL INJURYAND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
1. SAFETY
1.1. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
WARNING! It is the user’s responsibility to check the following:
Check all electrical equipment and appliances to ensure that they are safe before using. Inspect power supply leads, plugs and
all electrical connections for wear and damage. Sealey recommend that an RCD (Residual Current Device) is used with all electrical
products. You may obtain an RCD by contacting your local Sealey Stockist.
If the product is used in the course of business duties, it must be maintained in a safe condition and routinely PAT (Portable
Appliance Test) tested.
Electrical safety information, it is important that the following information is read and understood.
1.1.1. Ensure that the insulation on all cables and on the appliance is safe before connecting it to the power supply.
1.1.2. Regularly inspect power supply cables and plugs for wear or damage and check all connections to ensure that they are secure.
1.1.3. Important: Ensure that the voltage rating on the appliance suits the power supply to be used and that the plug is tted with the
correct fuse - see fuse rating in these instructions.
8DO NOT pull or carry the appliance by the power cable.
8DO NOT pull the plug from the socket by the cable. Remove the plug from the socket by maintaining a rm grip on the plug.
8DO NOT use worn or damaged cables, plugs or connectors. Ensure that any faulty item is repaired or replaced immediately by a
qualied electrician.
1.1.4. This product is tted with a BS1363/A 13 Amp 3 pin plug.
If the cable or plug is damaged during use, switch the electricity supply and remove from use.
Replace a damaged plug with a BS1363/A 13 Amp 3 pin plug. If in doubt contact a qualied electrician.
Class II products are wired with live (brown) and neutral (blue) only, and are marked with the
Class II symbol;
A) Connect the BROWN live wire to the live terminal ‘L’.
B) Connect the BLUE neutral wire to the neutral terminal ‘N’.
C) After wiring, check that there are no bare wires and ensure that all wires have been correctly
connected.
Ensure that the cable outer sheath extends inside the cable restraint and that the restraint is tight.
8DO NOT connect either wire to the earth terminal.
9 Sealey recommend that repairs are carried out by a qualied electrician.
1.2. GENERAL SAFETY
WARNING! Ensure Health & Safety, local authority, and general workshop practice regulations are adhered to when using this
equipment.
WARNING! Disconnect from power supply before changing accessories or servicing.
9Maintain the sander in good condition (use an authorised service agent).
9 Replace or repair damaged parts. Use genuine parts only. Unauthorised parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.
9Use in suitable clean and tidy working area, free from unrelated materials and ensure there is adequate lighting.
9 Before each use check abrasive belt for condition. If worn or damaged replace immediately.
9 Use only the correct size and type of sanding belt with this sander.
9Ensure there are no flammable or combustible materials near the work area.
WARNING! Always wear approved eye or face and hand protection when operating the sander. Use face, dust, or respiratory
protection in accordance with COSHH regulations.
9Remove ill fitting clothing. Remove ties, watches, rings, other loose jewellery and contain and/or tie back long hair.
9 Wear appropriate protective clothing and keep hands and body clear of working parts.
9Maintain correct balance and footing. Ensure the floor is not slippery and wear non-slip shoes.
9Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the work area.
9Check moving parts alignment on a regular basis.
9Ensure workpiece is secure before operating the sander. Never hold a work piece by hand.
9Check the work piece to ensure there are no protruding screws, bolts, nuts, nails, rivets, etc.
9Avoid unintentional starting.
9Keep power lead away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
9Prolonged exposure to vibration from this sander poses a health risk. It is the owner’s responsibility to correctly assess the potential
hazard and issue guidelines for safe periods of use and offer suitable protective equipment.
Recommended fuse rating
3 Amp
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Refer to
instructions Wear eye protection Wear protective gloves Wear ear
protection
Wear safety
footwear Wear a
respirator

8DO NOT use the sander for a task it is not designed to perform.
8DO NOT operate sander if any parts are damaged or missing as this may cause failure and/or personal injury.
WARNING! DO NOT sand any materials containing asbestos.
8DO NOT force, or apply heavy pressure to, the sander, let the sander do the work.
8DO NOT switch the sander on whilst the belt is in contact with the work piece.
8DO NOT operate sander when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating medication.
8DO NOT use sander where there are flammable liquids, solids or gases such as paint solvents and including waste wiping or cleaning
rags etc.
8DO NOT carry the sander with your finger on the power lever.
9When not in use store in a safe, dry, childproof location.
2. INTRODUCTION
Compact lightweight design, ideal for use in bodyshops and reaching inaccessible areas. Sanding arm angle can be adjusted by up to 60° to
achieve better access to intricate areas. Variable speed power control. Push to lock and release sanding arm for easy belt changing. Includes
a detachable exhaust, making it suitable for use with extraction systems.
3. SPECIFICATION
MODEL NO:.......................................................SBS260.V2
Accessories: ...........Sanding Belts (x2), Detachable Exhaust
Belt Size(s): ....................................................... 12 x 456mm
Electrical Plug Type: ................................................3-Pin BS
Motor Power:.................................................................260W
No Load Speed:................................................772-1200rpm
Supply:...........................................................................230V
4. OPERATION
4.1. FITTING AND REMOVING SANDING BELTS REFER
TO FIG.1
WARNING! Unplug the power lead before changing
belts. Remove dust extraction port if tted. Push the
straight arm against a hard object, until it clicks into its
retracted position, see g.2A.
4.1.1. Slide the belt onto the rollers, see g.2B. Make sure
the arrows on the inside of the belt face the same
direction as those on the housing.
4.1.2. Press the belt tensioning button, see g.2.C and the belt
will tighten.
4.1.3. Removal of the belt is the reverse of instructions 4.1.
to 4.1.3.
4.2. SWITCHING ON AND OFF
4.2.1. To switch on/o󰀨 use switch, see g.1-1.
4.3. VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL SEE FIG.1-2
4.3.1. The variable speed control allows the speed to be
matched to the material being worked on. Use a low
speed when using a ne grit to work upon ceramics or
plastics or when removing paint or varnish. Use a high
speed, when using a coarse grit belt or when removing a lot of material.
LEAD PAINT WARNING!
Paint once contained lead as a traditional ingredient. The dust from the removal of such paint is toxic if inhaled or ingested and must,
therefore, be avoided. The following action must be taken before using the sander on a surface that you suspect may have contained
lead in the paint.
1. User must determine potential hazard relating to age of paint to be removed. (Modern paints do not contain lead).
2. DANGER! Keep all persons and pets away from the work area. The following are particularly vulnerable to the effects of lead paint
dust: Expectant women, babies and children.
3. We recommend personal protection by using the following safety items:
a) Paint Spray Respirator (Sealey ref: SSP1605)
b) Hooded Coverall (Sealey ref: 9601L)
c) Latex Gloves (Sealey ref: SSP55L)
4. Take adequate measures to contain the paint dust, flakes, and scrapings.
5. Continue to wear safety equipment as in 3 above, and thoroughly clean all areas when task is complete. Ensure that paint waste is
disposed of, in sealed bags or containers, according to local authority regulations.
1. On/O󰀨 switch
2. Variable speed control knob
3. Handle
4. Angle lock screw
5. Belt tensioning button
6. Straight arm
7. Sanding belt
8. Dust extraction port
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4.3.2. There are 6 speed settings 1 (low) to 6 (high).
4.4. BELT ARM ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
4.4.1. Unplug the power lead. Loosen the angle lock screw, see g.1-4 by turning it anticlockwise, see g.3.
4.4.2. Pivot the belt arm, see g.1-6, to the desired angle.
4.4.3. Tighten the angle lock screw, by turning it clockwise, see g.3.
4.5. CONNECTING TO A VACUUM CLEANER OR DUST COLLECTOR (PARTS DIAGRAM NO. 105)
4.5.1. Remove the dust extraction port, see g.1-8 when a dust collector or vacuum cleaner is not connected to the sander.
WARNING! Never insert your nger into the nozzle.
4.5.2. Install the dust extraction port, see g.1-8, onto the sander, see g.4A. Make sure the extraction port has a rm grip on the sander.
4.5.3. Connect the hose of the vacuum/dust collector onto the dust extraction port. Note: the I/D of the hose is 32mm (1.25”).
4.6. BELT PREPARATION
To ensure full exibility, and to prolong working life, the belt must be “bedded in”.
4.6.1. Fit new belt ensuring the direction of travel is correct, and the belt join is NOT on the nose roller. Tension belt.
4.6.2. Operate the tool without a load applied at half speed for around 10 seconds, then increase to full speed for a further 10 seconds.
4.6.3. Finally, at a slow operating speed, using a piece of scrap material, apply light pressure to the belt where it runs over the “shoe”.
Increase the operating speed steadily to maximum for a few seconds, then stop.
4.7. SANDING
4.7.1. Make sure the sander is not already touching the work piece when the sander is turned on or o󰀨, otherwise a poor sanding nish,
damage to the belt or loss of control of the tool may result.
5. MAINTENANCE
WARNING! Before performing any maintenance disconnect the sander from the power supply.
5.1. All repairs should only be carried out by an authorised Sealey service agent.
5.2. CLEANING
5.2.1. Blow clean with compressed air. Always wear eye protection and dusk masks when using compressed air to clean the sander.
5.2.2. Ventilation holes and switch assemblies need to be kept clean.
8DO NOT use chemicals to clean the sander.
5.2.3. When not in use clean and store in a safe, dry, childproof location.
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WEEE REGULATIONS
Dispose of this product at the end of its working life in compliance with the EU Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE). When the product is no longer required, it must be disposed of in an environmentally protective way. Contact your local solid
waste authority for recycling information.
ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted, taken to
a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment. When the product becomes completely
unserviceable and requires disposal, drain any fluids (if applicable) into approved containers and dispose of the product and fluids
according to local regulations.
Note: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior
notice. Please note that other versions of this product are available. If you require documentation for alternative versions, please email or call
our technical team on [e-mail] or 01284 757505.
Important: No Liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
Warranty: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which is required for any claim.
SBS260.V2 Issue 1 23/06/2020
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© Jack Sealey Limited