WORKZONE TITANIUM BTS800 User manual

User Manual
BELT & DISC SANDER
Contents
CONTENTS:
Utilisation 07
Explanation of symbols 09
I. Introduction 10
II. Layout 11
III. Scope of delivery 11
IV. Unpackging 11
V. Intended use 12
VI. Safety regulations 12
VII. Assembly instructions 18
VIII. Operation 21
IX. Cleaning and maintenance 24
X. Technical data 25
XI. Storage/Transport 26
XII. Electrical connection 26
XIII. Disposal and recycling 27
XIV. Troubleshooting 28
Warranty Details 29
Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice 30
ALDI guarantees that our exclusive brand products are developed to
our stringent quality specications. If you are not entirely satised with this
product, please return it to your nearest ALDI store within 60 days from
the date of purchase for a full refund or replacement, or take advantage of
our after sales support by calling the supplier’s Customer Service Hotline.
Made in China
WORKZONE TITANIUM is a registered trademark of ALDI Stores
DISTRIBUTED BY:
ALDI STORES
1 SARGENTS ROAD
MINCHINBURY NSW 2770
www.aldi.com.au
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UtilisationOverview
45Pack contents/parts 6
Pack contents/parts
1Belt & Disc Sander
Sanding disc - 80 grid
Sanding belt - 80 grid
Allen key
Work Support
Disc Guard (pre-assembled)
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Worktable
Assembling Material
Instruction manual
Warranty certicate
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BTS800 Explanation of the symbols
Explanation of symbols
Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk
of injury.
Wear ear protection. The impact of noise can
cause damage to hearing.
Wear a respiratory protection. Dust which is
injurious to health can be generated when
working on wood and other materials. Never use
the device to work on any materials containing
asbestos!
Wear eye protection. Sparks generated during
working or splinters, chips and dust emitted by
the device can cause loss of sight.
m Attention! These operating instruction provide places concerning
your safety which are marked with this indication
m Caution! Failure to follow these instructions may cause light to
medium risk of injury
m Warning! Failure to follow these instructions may cause danger to
life or danger of serious injuries

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I. Introduction
Congratulations on choosing to buy a WORKZONE TITANIUM®product.
All products brought to you by WORKZONE TITANIUM®are manufactured to the
highest standards of performance and safety, and as part of our philosophy of cus-
tomer service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive 5 Year Warranty.
We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come.
Note:
According to the applicable product liability law the manufacturer of this device is not
liable for damages which arise on or in connection with this device in case of:
• improper handling,
• non-compliance with the instructions for use,
• repairs by third party, non-authorised skilled workers,
• installation and replacement of non-original spare parts,
• improper use,
• failures of the electrical system due to the non-compliance with the electrical
specications and the Australian regulations.
Recommendations:
Read the entire text of the operating instructions prior to the assembly and operation
of the device.
These operating instructions are intended to make it easier for you to get familiar
with your device and utilise its intended possibilities of use.
The operating instructions contain important notes on how to work safely, properly
and economically with your machine and how to avoid dangers, save repair costs,
reduce downtime, and increase the reliability and working life of the machine.
In addition to the safety regulations contained herein, you must in any case comply
with the applicable regulations of your country with respect to the operation of the
machine.
Put the operating instructions in a clear plastic folder to protect them from dirt and
humidity, and store them near the machine. The instructions must be read and
carefully observed by each operator prior to starting the work. Only persons who
have been trained in the use of the machine and have been informed on the related
dangers and risks are allowed to use the machine. The required minimum age must
be met.
In addition to the safety notes contained in the present operating instructions and
the special regulations of your country, the generally recognised technical rules for
the operation of wood working machines must be observed.
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II. Layout (Fig. 1-3)
1 Sanding disc
2 Work support
3 Belt tension lever
4 Sanding belt
5 Tracking knob
6 On / Off switch
7 Disc guard
8 Worktable
9 Bevel gauge
10 Mitre gauge
11 Socket head bolts, M8 x 12 and washer (2x)
12 Allen key
13 Bevel gauge
14 Phillips screws (2x)
15 Horizontal and vertical position holes
16 Table lock knob
III. Scope of delivery
Belt and disc sander Disc guard (pre-assembled)
Sanding disc Phillips Screws (2x) (pre-assembled)
Sanding belt Socket Head Screws, M8 x 12 (2)
Instruction manual Washers (2)
Warranty certicate Mitre Gauge
Allen Key Worktable
Work Support
IV. Unpacking
• Open the packaging and remove the device carefully.
• Remove the packaging material as well as the packaging and transport bracing
(if available).
• Check that the delivery is complete.
• Check the device and accessory parts for transport damage.
• If possible, store the packaging until the warranty period has expired.
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Intended use/Safety regulations BTS800
m Attention!
The device and packaging materials are not toys!
Children must not be allowed to play with plastic bags, lm and small parts!
There is a risk of swallowing and suffocation!
V. Intended use
The belt & disc sander is a combination device for the coarse and ne grinding/
sanding all types of timber, commensurate with the size of the machine.
The machine may only be used with grinding/sanding disc or belts which are suita-
ble for it and comply with the characteristic data in these instructions.
The machine is allowed to be used only for its intended purpose! Even when the
equipment is used as prescribed it is still impossible to eliminate certain residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise in connection with the machine’s construc-
tion and layout:
• Catapulting of workpieces and parts of workpieces.
• Damage to hearing if essential ear protection are not used.
• Harmful emissions of wood dust when used in closed rooms.
• The rotating parts of the device cannot be covered for functional reasons.
Therefore you must exercise care and hold the workpiece rmly to prevent it
slipping which could result in your hands coming into contact with the sanding
belt.
The equipment is allowed to be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use
is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user/operator and not the manufacturer will
be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind resulting from such misuse.
Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade
or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the equipment is used in
commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.
VI. Safety regulations
m WARNING ! When using electric tools basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of re, electric shock and personal injury including the
following.
Read all these instructions before attempting to operate this product and save these
instructions
1 Keep the work area orderly
–Disorder in the work area can lead to accidents.
2 Take environmental inuences into account
–Do not expose electric tools to rain.

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–Do not use electric tools in a damp or wet environment.
–Make sure that the work area is well-illuminated.
–Do not use electric tools where there is a risk of re or explosion.
3 Protect yourself from electric shock
–Avoid physical contact with earthed parts (e.g. pipes, radiators, electric rang-
es, cooling units).
4 Keep other persons away
–Do not let persons, especially children, not involved in the work touch the tool
or the extension cord and keep them away from the work area.
5 Securely store unused electric tools
–Unused electric tools should be stored in a dry, elevated or closed location
out of the reach of children.
6 Do not overload your electric tool
–They work better and more safely in the specied output range.
7 Use the correct electric tool
–Do not use low-output electric tools for heavy work.
–Do not use the electric tool for purposes for which it is not intended. For ex-
ample, do not use handheld circular saws for the cutting of branches or logs.
–Do not use the electric tool to cut rewood.
8 Wear suitable clothing
–Do not wear wide clothing or jewellery, which can become entangled in mov-
ing parts.
–When working outdoors, anti-slip footwear is recommended.
–Tie long hair back in a hair net.
9 Use protective equipment
–Wear protective goggles.
–Wear a mask when carrying out dust-creating work.
10 Connect the dust extraction device if you will be processing wood, materials
similar to wood, or plastics.
–ATTENTION! The dust extractor must not be connected when processing
metals. Risk of re and explosion due to hot swarf or ying sparks!
–If connections for dust extraction and a collecting device are present, make
sure that they are connected and used properly.
–When processing wood, materials similar to wood, and plastics, operation
in enclosed spaces is only permitted with the use of a suitable extraction
system.
11 Do not use the cable for purposes for which it is not intended
–Do not use the cable to pull the plug out of the outlet. Protect the cable from
heat, oil and sharp edges.
12 Secure the workpiece
–Use the clamping devices or a vice to hold the workpiece in place. In this
manner, it is held more securely than with your hand.
–An additional support is necessary for long workpieces (table, trestle, etc.) in

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order to prevent the machine from tipping over.
–Always press the workpiece rmly against the working plate and stop in
order to prevent bouncing and twisting of the workpiece.
13 Avoid abnormal posture
–Make sure that you have secure footing and always maintain your balance.
–Avoid awkward hand positions in which a sudden slip could cause one or
both hands to come into contact with the saw blade.
14 Take care of your tools
–Keep cutting tools sharp and clean in order to be able to work better and
more safely.
–Follow the instructions for lubrication and for tool replacement.
–Check the connection cable of the electric tool regularly and have it re-
placed by a recognised specialist when damaged.
–Check extension cables regularly and replace them when damaged.
–Keep the handle dry, clean and free of oil and grease.
15 Pull the plug out of the outlet
–Never remove loose splinters, chips or jammed wood pieces from the run-
ning machine.
–During non-use of the electric tool or prior to maintenance and when replac-
ing tools such as saw blades, bits, milling heads.
–When the sanding belt is blocked due to abnormal feed force or clamped
work pieces during operation, turn the machine off and disconnect it from
power supply. Remove the work piece and ensure that the sanding belt runs
free. Turn the machine on and start new sanding operation with reduced
feed force.
16 Do not leave a tool key inserted
–Before switching on, make sure that keys and adjusting tools are removed.
17 Avoid inadvertent starting
–Make sure that the switch is switched off when plugging the plug into an
outlet.
18 Use extension cables for outdoors
–Only use approved and appropriately identied extension cables for use
outdoors.
–Only use cable reels in the unrolled state.
19 Remain attentive
–Pay attention to what you are doing. Remain sensible when working. Do not
use the electric tool when you are distracted.
20 Check the electric tool for potential damage
–Protective devices and other parts must be carefully inspected to ensure
that they are fault-free and function as intended prior to continued use of the
electric tool.
–Check whether the moving parts function faultlessly and do not jam or
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BTS800 Safety regulations
conditions must be fullled to ensure fault-free operation of the electric tool.
–Damaged protective devices and parts must be properly repaired or re-
placed by a recognised workshop, insofar as nothing different is specied in
the operating manual.
–Damaged switches must be replaced at a customer service workshop.
–Do not use any faulty or damaged connection cables.
–Do not use any electric tool on which the switch cannot be switched on and
off.
21 ATTENTION!
–The use of any other accessory or attachment other than recommended it
this operating instruction or the catalog may present a risk of personal injury.
22 Have your electric tool repaired by a qualied electrician
–This electric tool conforms to the applicable safety regulations. Repairs may
only be performed by an electrician using original spare parts. Otherwise
accidents can occur.
General safety regulations and accident prevention
It is essential that you read the safety regulations and operating instructions in their
entirety and follow the information contained therein in order to eliminate the possi-
bility of an accident or potentially dangerous situation from occurring while working
with the machine.
• Always check the device, the mains cable and the plug before using the device.
Only operate the tool when it is in good working order and is not damaged in any
way. Damaged parts have to be replaced immediately by a qualied electrician.
• Always pull the power plug out of the socket outlet before doing any work on the
machine, before changing tools and whenever the machine is not being used.
• To prevent damage to the power cable, always lead the power cable away from
the rear of the machine.
• Keep the tools in a safe place and out of the reach of children.
m Caution! Use on materials containing asbestos is prohibited.
Note the corresponding accident prevention regulation issued by the professional
associations in your country.
Use only original replacement parts.
• Repairs may only be carried out by a qualied electrician.
• The machine may exceed 91.5 dB at the workplace. The operator will require
noise protection measures and ear muffs if this is the case. The noise of this elec-
tric tool is measured in accordance with Australian standards.
• Ensure that you maintain a steady foothold. Avoid abnormal working postures.
• Do not expose your electric tool to rain. Never use electric tools in damp or wet
locations or near ammable liquids or gases.

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• Protect the mains cable from becoming damaged by oil, solvents and sharp edg-
es.
• Keep your work area tidy.
• Make sure that the switch is turned off when connecting the tool to the power
supply.
• Wear suitable work clothes. Never wear loose tting clothes and jewellery. Wear a
hair net if you have long hair.
• For your own safety, use only accessories and auxiliary equipment from the man-
ufacturer of your electric tool.
• Always wear eye protection, protective gloves and ear protection while carrying
out grinding/sanding.
• The electric tool must never be used without the guard hood supplied with it.
• Always wear eye protection and ear protection; use other personal safety equip-
ment such as gloves, an apron and a helmet if necessary.
mThe workpiece becomes hot during sanding.
Special safety information
1 Safety precautions
Wear suitable personal protective equipment. This includes:
–Hearing protection to avoid the risk of becoming hearing impaired,
–Respiratory protection to avoid the risk of inhaling harmful dust,
–Wear goggles. Sparks generated during work or splinters, chippings and dust
coming from the device can lead to loss of eyesight.
–Connect a dust collecting device to the electric tool when sanding/grinding
wood. The emission of dust is inuenced, among other things, by the type of
material to be processed, the signicance of local separation (collection or
source) and the correct setting of the hood/guide plates/guides.
–Operating position is always infront of the machine!
2 Maintenance and repair
–Pull out the mains plug for any adjustment or repair tasks.
–The generation of noise is inuenced by various factors, including the char-
acteristics of sanding disc/belt and electric tool. Maintain the electric tool and
tool attachments regularly and if necessary, initiate repairs in order to reduce
noise.
–Report faults on the electric tool, protective devices or the tool attachment to
the person responsible for safety as soon as they are discovered.
3 Safe work
–When transporting the electric tool, only use the transport devices. Never use
the protective devices for handling or transport.
–The oor around the machine must be level, clean and free of loose particles,
such as chips and cutting residues.

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–Support long workpieces (e.g. with a roller table) to prevent them sagging at
the end of a cut.
m Warning! This electric tool generates an electromagnetic eld during oper-
ation. This eld can impair active or passive medical implants under certain condi-
tions. In order to prevent the risk of serious or deadly injuries, we recommend that
persons with medical implants consult with their physician and the manufacturer of
the medical implant prior to operating the electric tool.
Additional safety rules for the belt and disc sanding machine.
• m Warning!: Do not use your machine until it is completely assembled and
installed according to the instructions.
• If you are not familiar with the operation of the sanding machine, ask the head of
the department, your teacher, or any other qualied person.
• m ATTENTION!: This machine has only been designed for sanding wood or
similar materials. The sanding of other materials can cause re, injuries, or
damage the product.
• Always wear eye protection.
• This machine may only be operated indoors.
• IMPORTANT: Mount and use the machine on a horizontal surface. A non-hori-
zontal surface can damage the motor.
• If the machine tends to tilt or walk (especially when sanding long and heavy pan-
els), it must be fastened to a solid surface of sufcient carrying force.
• Make sure the sanding belt runs in the correct direction – see arrows at the back
of the belt.
• Make sure the sanding belt is running correctly so that it cannot come off the
drive pulleys.
• Make sure the sanding belt is not twisted or loose.
• Firmly hold the workpiece when sanding.
• Always use the fence when using the sanding machine in horizontal position.
• Always hold the workpiece rmly to the table when using the sanding disc.
• Always hold the workpiece to the side of the sanding disc running downwards, in
order to maintain the workpiece pressed to the table. By using the upward-run-
ning side of the sanding disc, the workpiece could be ejected and cause injury to
persons.
• Always keep a minimum distance of about 2.0 mm or less between the table or
fence and the sanding belt or disc.
• Do not wear gloves. Do not hold the workpiece with a cloth during sanding.
• Use sanding belt or disc of the correct grit corresponding with the wood.
• Never sand workpieces too small to be held safely.
• Avoid awkward hand positions where a sudden slip could cause your hand to
touch the sanding belt or disc.

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Safety regulations/Assembly instructions BTS800
• When sanding a large piece of material, provide an additional support at table
height.
• Never sand an unsupported workpiece. Secure the workpiece with the table or
the fence. Exceptions are the sanding of curved workpieces on the outside of the
sanding disc.
• Always clear the table, fence or sanding belt of scraps or other objects, before
turning the machine on.
• Do not perform any layout assembly or set-up work on the table while the sand-
ing machine is in operation.
• Switch the machine off and pull the power plug from the socket when tting or
removing accessories.
• Never leave the working area of the sanding machine while the tool is running,
or as long as it has not come to an absolute standstill.
• Do not use the tools in the presence of ammable liquids or gases.
• Guard against electric shock. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded sur-
faces (e.g. pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerators).
Residual risks
Even if you use this electric power tool in accordance with instructions,
certain residual risks cannot be ruled out. The following hazards may arise in
connection with the equipment’s construction and layout:
• Lung damage if no suitable protective dust mask is used.
• Damage to hearing if no suitable ear protection is used.
• Health damage caused by hand-arm vibrations if the equipment is used over a
prolonged period or is not properly guided and maintained.
• Damage or cuts to eyes if safety googles are not used.
Keep this safety information in a safe place.
VII. Assembly instructions
mWarning!:
Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete. Failure to comply
could result in accidental starting and possible serious injury.
SANDING DISC (1):
A round sanding disc located on the side of the belt/disc sander.
WORK SUPPORT (2):
Supports the workpiece on the sanding belt.
BELT TENSION LEVER (3):
The belt tension lever releases the belt tension for easy belt replacement.

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SANDING BELT (4):
The sanding belt can be adjusted from horizontal to vertical providing different posi-
tions for sanding workpieces of different shapes and sizes.
TRACKING KNOB (5):
A tracking knob aids in centering the sanding belt.
WORKTABLE (8):
Equipped with a sturdy worktable that provides a stable surface when using either
the disc sanding or the belt sanding feature.
BEVEL GAUGE (9):
The worktable comes equipped with a bevel gauge that indicates the degrees the
worktable can be tilted up to 45°.
HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL POSITION HOLES (15):
The horizontal and vertical position holes are used for changing the position of the
belt from horizontal to vertical.
Installing/Installing sanding disc and disc guard, Fig. 4
• Remove the disc guard by loosen the Phillips head screws.
• Remove the backing from the sanding disc.
• Align perimeter of sanding disc with plate and press rmly into position.
• Position disc guard against the lower one-third of the disc, aligning holes as
shown in gure 4.
• Using the two phillips head screws, securely tighten the disc guard into place.
Installing/Replacing sanding belt, Fig. 5.
On the smooth side of the sanding belt, there is a directional arrow. The sanding belt
must run in the direction of the arrow.
• Pull the tension lever toward you to release belt tension.
• Place the sanding belt over the drive drum and idler drum with the directional
arrows running counterclockwise. Be sure the sanding belt is centered on both
drums.
• Push the tension lever back into place to apply the belt tension.
Note:
The tension lever is spring loaded so use extreme caution when pushing the tension
lever back into place to avoid personal injury.

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Assembly instructions BTS800
Mounting the worktable for use with the disc sander, Fig. 6
To use the worktable with the disc sander:
• Insert the index pin into the hole as shown in gure 6.
• Position the worktable not further than 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) from the sanding sur-
face.
• Using an Allen key, tighten the Allen set screw securely.
Mounting the worktable for use with the belt sander, Fig. 7
To use the worktable for vertical sanding:
• Insert the index pin into the hole as shown in gure 7.
• Position the worktable not further than 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) from the sanding sur-
face.
• Using an Allen key, tighten the Allen set screw securely.
mCaution! To avoid trapping the workpiece or your ngers between the table
and the sanding surface, the table edge should NEVER exceed the distance to
the sanding surface of more than 1/16 in (1.6 mm).
Assembling work support, Fig. 8.
• Place the work support over the holes in the side of the tool housing.
• Using an Allen key, fasten in place with the washers and socket head screws.
Mounting belt/disc sander to work bench, Fig. 9
If your belt/disc sander is to be used in a permanent location, it is recommended
you secure it to a workbench or other stable surface. When mounting the belt/disc
sander to a workbench, holes should be drilled through the supporting surface of the
workbench.
• Mark holes on workbench where belt/disc sander is to be mounted using holes
in the base as a template for hole pattern.
• Drill holes through workbench.
• Place belt/disc sander on workbench aligning holes in the base with holes
drilled in the workbench.
• Insert bolts (not included) and tighten securely with lock washers and Allen nuts
(not included).
Note:
All bolts should be inserted from the top. Install the lock washers and Allen nuts
from the underside of the workbench.

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BTS800 Assembly instructions/Operation
Clamping belt/disc sander to work bench, Fig. 10
If your belt/disc sander is to be used as a portable tool, it is recommended you fas-
ten it permanently to a mounting board that can easily be clamped to a workbench
or other stable surface. The mounting board should be of sufcient size to avoid
tipping while belt/disc sander is in use.
Any good grade plywood or chipboard with a 3/4 in. (19 mm) thickness is recom-
mended.
• Mark holes on board where belt/disc sander is to be mounted using holes in the
base as a template for hole pattern.
• Follow last three steps in section Mounting Belt/Disc Sander to Workbench.
If lag bolts are used, make sure they are long enough to go through holes in belt/disc
sander base and material the belt/ disc sander is being mounted to. If machine bolts
are used, make sure bolts are long enough to go through holes in belt/disc sander,
the material being mounted to, and the lock washers and Allen nuts.
VIII. Operation
mWarning!: Before performing any adjustment, make sure the belt/disc sand-
er is unplugged from the power supply and the switch is in the OFF position.
Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
Adjusting the belt tracking, Fig. 11
• Plug in belt/disc sander.
To check belt tracking:
• Turn the switch ON and then immediately turn it OFF. If the belt tends to slide off
the idler drum or drive drum, the belt is not tracking properly.
To adjust belt tracking:
• If the sanding belt moves toward the disc, turn the tracking knob clockwise 1/4
turn.
• If the sanding belt moves away from the disc, turn the tracking knob counter-
clockwise 1/4 turn.
• Turn the switch ON and then immediately OFF again, noting belt movement.
Readjust tracking knob if necessary.
Squaring the worktable to the sanding disc, Fig. 12
• Unplug the belt/disc sander.
• Using a combination square, check the angle of the worktable (8) with the sand-
ing disc.

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Operation BTS800
• If the worktable is not 90° with the disc, loosen the table lock knob (15) and tilt
the table.
• Adjust worktable square to the sanding disc and retighten the table lock knob
(15).
Note: Use the adjustment screw beneath the worktable to move the table further or
closer to the sanding disc.
mWarning!: Before attempting to use your belt/disc sander familiarise your-
self with all operating features and safety requirements.
Locking the switch (6), Fig. 13
• Place the switch (6) in the OFF position.
• Wait until the belt/disc sander has come to a full and complete stop.
mWarning!:
Do not reach across the sanding disc to turn the belt/disc sander ON or OFF.
Contact with the sanding disc can result in serious personal injury. See Fig. 13.
Hints for work
Bevel sanding, Fig. 14
The worktable can be tilted from 0° to 45° for bevel sanding. To tilt the worktable:
• Loosen the table lock knob by turning it counterclockwise.
• Set worktable to desired angle.
Note: Position the worktable not further than 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) from the sanding sur-
face. Plese refer to " Mounting the worktable for use with the disc sander", page 19.
• Tighten the table lock knob by turning it clockwise.
Sanding small end surfaces using the mitre gauge (10) , Fig. 15
A mitre gauge (10) is included with your tool for increased accuracy. Use of a mitre
gauge (10) is recommended for sanding small end surfaces on the sanding disc.
Note:
Always move the workpiece across the sanding disc from the left side towards the
right side.

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BTS800 Operation
Horizontal and vertical sanding, Fig. 16
Your belt/disc sander can sand both vertically and horizontally. Depending on the
workpiece, the work support can be used with either the horizontal or vertical sanding
operation.
• Insert the Allen key provided into the holes in the pulley cover. Loosen the
screws by turning them counterclockwise.
• Move the sanding belt into a vertical position as shown in Figure 16. Vertical
position can be changed using the vertical set screw.
• Lock the sanding belt by retightening the screws. Note: Sand long workpieces
with the sanding belt in the vertical position by moving the work evenly across
the sanding belt.
Surface sanding on the sanding belt, Fig. 17
• Hold the workpiece (W) rmly, keeping ngers away from the sanding belt.
• Keep the end pressed rmly against the work support (2) moving work evenly
across the sanding belt.
Note:
Use extra caution when sanding very thin pieces and when sanding extra long
pieces, remove the work support (2). Apply only enough pressure to allow the
sanding belt to remove the material.
Sanding curved pieces, see Fig. 18 and 19
WARNING:
Never attempt to sand the end pieces of a workpiece on the idler drum. Applying
the end of the workpiece on the idler drum could cause the workpiece to y up. Failure
to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
Sanding inside curves on sanding belt:
Always sand inside curves on the idler drum as shown in Figure 18.
• Hold the workpiece (W) rmly, keeping ngers away from the sanding belt.
• Keep the curve pressed rmly against the idler drum (17) moving work evenly
across the sanding belt.
Note:
Use extra caution when sanding very thin pieces and apply only enough pres-
sure to allow the sanding belt to remove the material.

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Operation/Cleaning and maintenance BTS800
WARNING:
Applying the workpiece to the right side of the sanding disc could cause the work-
piece kickback. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
Sanding outside curves on sanding disc:
Always sand outside curves using the sanding disc and moving the workpiece (W)
from the left side of center as shown in Figure 19.
• Hold the workpiece rmly, keeping ngers away from the sanding disc.
• Keep the curve pressed rmly against the sanding disc moving work evenly on
the left side of the sanding disc.
IX. Cleaning and maintenance
m Warning! Prior to any adjustment, maintenance or service work switch off the
machine and disconnect the mains power plug!
Cleaning
• Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of dirt and dust
as far as possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow it with com-
pressed air at low pressure.
• We recommend that you clean the device immediately each time you have
nished using it.
• Clean the equipment regularly with a moist cloth and some soft soap. Do not
use cleaning agents or solvents; these could attack the plastic parts of the
equipment. Ensure that no water can seep into the device.
Maintenance
After using your belt/disc sander, clean it completely and lubricate all sliding and mov-
ing parts. Apply a light coat of automotive type paste wax to the worktable to help keep
the surfaces clean.
Motor housing
Frequently blow out any dust that may accumulate inside the motor housing.
Changing drive belt.
Note:
Excessive tightness on the drive belt may cause increased noise and overload the
motor. Excessive looseness on the drive belt may cause the drive belt to fail prema-
turely and make a severe chattering noise.