Craftsman Belt and Disk Sander

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Equipment Overview

Owner/Loaner: on loan from member Jim Dallam Serial Number: 0084.P0051 Make/Model: Sears Craftsman 113.225831 (with legs and motor) Arrival Date: December 10, 2019 Usability: yes Contact: Jim.Dallam@gmail.com. cell: 513.300.5164 Where: woodshop

Usage/Safety

General safety instructions for power tools (from this machine's manual)HTML

1. Know your power tool (read and understand the owner's manual before using and understand the specific hazards)HTML
   
2. Ground all tools (use grounded 3-prong plug inserted into proper grounding type receptacle)HTML
   
3. Keep guards in place (and in working order with proper adjustment and alignment)HTML
   

• 04. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches (form habit to check they are removed from tool before turning on the machine)HTML
  
• 05. Keep work area clean (cluttered areas and benches invite accidents and floor may be slippery due to sawdust)HTML
  
• 06. Avoid dangerous environment (don't use power tools in damp or wet locations, keep work area well lighted)HTML
  
• 07. Keep children away (all visitors should be kept at a safe distance)HTML
  
• 08. Make workshop kid-proof (consider padlocks, master switches and/or starter keys)HTML
  
• 09. Dont force tool (it will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed)HTML
  
• 10. Use right tool (don't force the tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed for)HTML
  
• 11. Wear proper apparel (don't wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewelry, contain long hair, roll-up sleeves above the elbow)HTML
  
• 12. Use safety goggles (must comply with ANSI Z87.1, use face or dust mask and ear protection during extended periods of usage) HTML
  
• 13. Secure work (use clamps or a vice to hold work when practical as it is safer than using your hand)HTML
  
• 14. Don't overreach (keep proper footing and balance at all times)HTML
  
• 15. Maintain tools with care (keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance)HTML
  
• 16. Disconnect tools (before servicing when changing accessories, belts, and disks)HTML
  
• 17. Avoid accidental starting (make sure switch in in "OFF" position before plugging in)HTML
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• 18. Use recommended accessories (consult the manual for recommended accessories, follow instructions, improper accessories may cause hazards)
• 19. Never stand on tool (serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted)HTML
  
• 20. Check damaged parts (a damaged guard should be checked for proper function, check alignment of moving parts, binding, breakage, etc.)HTML
  
• 21. Direction of feed (feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only)HTML
  
• 22. Never leave tool running unattended (turn power off and don't leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop)HTML
  

Watch this good generic introduction safety usage YouTube video (5:48 mm:ss) and/or find additional similar videos

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZzZcNNOD28

Specifications

Here is a link for the manual:

• https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fvHhPb_pCqoaMDill7W7TMtyqouAOPiL/view?usp=sharing

This equipment uses the following sandpaper belt/disk sizes:

- 6" x 48" sanding belt
- 9" dia. sanding disk

Here is an Amazon link for 6"x48" sanding belts:

• https://www.amazon.com/s?k=6+x+48+inch+sanding+belts&dc&crid=2CFQZWKZ91WUA&qid=1576632365&sprefix=6%22x48%22%2Caps%2C188&ref=sr_pg_1

Here is an Amazon link for 9" dia. sanding disks:

• https://www.amazon.com/s?k=9+inch+diameter+sandpaper+discs&ref=nb_sb_noss

The motor is 3/4 HP, 3450 RPM, 115 VAC, 60 Hz, single-phase

Configurations

Table positioned for disk sanding

Belt sanding in the horizontal orientation (note fence is currently broken)

Table positioned for vertical belt sanding