Assembly and adjustments – WEN 6502 4 x 6 Belt / Disc Sander User Manual
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MOUNTING THE WORK SUPPORT
1. Align the Work Support with the hole.
2. Install a Lock Washer and a Flat Washer on the Hex Screw.
3. Insert the Hex Screw into the Work Support hole. Tighten.
4. Adjust the Work Support height to avoid contact with the
sanding belt.
MOUNTING THE SANDER TO WORKBENCH
WARNING - If during operation there is any tendency for
the sander to tip over, slide or walk on the support-
ing surface, the sander should be properly mounted to a workbench or stand.
1. Position the sander on the workbench where
you expect/intend to use it.
2. Mark the workbench through the mounting holes located
in the sander base. Drill holes in the workbench at the marks.
3. Using long bolts, washers, locking washers and nuts as
shown (not supplied), secure the sander to the workbench.
Note: All bolts should be inserted from the top. Washers and
hex nuts should be fastened from the underside of the work-
bench.
INSTALL THE SANDING BELT
1. Loosen the bed locking screw with the hex key. Raise
the sanding bed about 45°; tighten the bed locking screw.
2. Pull the tension lever, releasing the tension.
3. Locate the directional arrow on the smooth side of the
sanding belt.
4. Place the sanding belt over the drums with the direc-
tional arrow pointing towards the dust chute.
5. Center the belt correctly on both drums.
6. Push the tension lever back to tighten the belt to the bed.
7. Loosen the bed locking screw; lower the bed to a horizontal position. Tighten the bed locking screw.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS