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This .pdf document is bookmarked Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Combination Belt/Disc Sander Model JSG-6DC with optional open stand with optional closed stand WALTER MEIER (Manufacturing) Inc. 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Part No. M-708598 Ph.: 800-274-6848 Revision G 03/2010 www.waltermeier.com...
Walter Meier is consistently adding new products to the line. For complete, up-to-date product information, check with your local Walter Meier distributor, or visit waltermeier.com. WARRANTY JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product (MW = Metalworking, WW = Woodworking). WHAT IS COVERED? This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the exceptions stated below.
Optional Accessories ........................19 Replacement Parts ........................... 19 JSG-6DC Belt/Disc Sander Assembly ..................... 20 Parts List for JSG-6DC Belt/Disc Sander Assembly ................. 21 Closed Stand Assembly (Optional) ....................24 Open Stand Assembly (Optional)....................25 Parts List for Open Stand Assembly (Optional) ................25...
Warning 1. Read and understand the entire owner’s manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury. 3.
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20. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Keep the area around the machine clean and free of scrap material, oil and grease. 21. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area. Keep children away. 22. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. 23.
Introduction This manual is provided by Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a JET Model JSG-6DC Belt/Disc Sander. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. This machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance with instructions set forth in this manual.
A padlock, stock no. 709012-A, is available from your local authorized JET distributor, or by calling Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., at the phone number on the cover of this manual.
Figure 3. It is recommended that the JSG-6DC Belt/Disc Sander, when operated at 115 volt, be connected to a grounded and dedicated, minimum 30 amp circuit with a 30 amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse. Local codes take precedence over recommendations.
If you are not sure, have a registered electrician check the receptacle. It is recommended that the JSG-6DC Belt/Disc Sander, when operated at 230 volt, be connected to a grounded and dedicated, minimum 15 amp circuit with a 15 amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse. Local codes take precedence over recommendations.
Unpacking Open shipping carton(s) and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discard any shipping material until the Sander is assembled and running properly. Compare the contents of your carton(s) with the following parts list to make sure all parts are intact.
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Contents of Closed Stand Carton: (Optional Accessory – p/n 708598) See Figure 9. Stand Owner’s Manual (not shown) Hardware Bag*, containing: 4 Hex Cap Screws, M10 x 80 8 Flat Washers, M10 4 Lock Washers, M10 4 Hex Nuts, M10 (*Note: The closed stand hardware bag contains Figure 9 the same fasteners as the sander hardware bag,...
2. Carefully position the machine workbench or one of the optional JET stands. (Consult the assembly instructions that accompanied the stand.) 3. Bolt the unit firmly to secure it in position. Figure 11 shows it being bolted to the optional closed stand.
Note: The trunnion brackets are not identical; make sure the bracket with the raised indicator line is installed on the left side of the table. 4. Install a lock knob (D) on each threaded stud and tighten to hold the table in position. 5.
4. Rotate disc a half turn and press other half of abrasive into place. Make sure to remove any entrapped air by pressing all parts of the abrasive against the disc. Abrasive Belt 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2. Raise the belt arm to vertical position. 3.
450 CFM (cubic feet per minute) is recommended. A variety of JET dust collectors is available; see our website at www.waltermeier.com. Adjustments Tools required for adjustments: 3mm hex key...
Adjust 90° Stop 6. With the table locked at 90°, loosen the hex nut on the 90° stop, and adjust the set screw to seat against the stop block. See Figure 19. Re-tighten hex nut to secure the setting. 7. If angle indicator adjustment is necessary, loosen the screw and shift the pointer to zero, and re-tighten the screw.
4. If table is not parallel, loosen the four screws holding the table to the trunnions (B, Figure 25) with a 12mm wrench, and nudge the table until parallel. Re-tighten screws. Note: Always maintain approximately 1/16” between the table edge and the abrasive disc.
Belt Tracking Adjustment The belt should run at the center of the belt arm without veering to the left or right. Check this as follows: 1. Disconnect machine from the power source. 2. Rotate the belt by hand and observe how it tracks.
Optional Accessories 708566 ..JSG-6SA, Open Stand 708598 ..JSG-6DC-CS, Closed Stand Dust Collectors and Accessories..see your JET distributor Replacement Parts Replacement parts are listed on the following pages. To order parts or reach our service department, call 1-800-274-6848, Monday through Friday (see our website for business hours, www.waltermeier.com).
Open Stand Assembly (Optional) Parts List for Open Stand Assembly (Optional) Index No. Part No. Description Size ....708566....Open Stand Assembly Complete ............1 A ..... 612049....Stand Top (blue) ................. 1 ....612049W ....Stand Top (white) ................1 B ..... 150603....Stand Leg (blue) ................. 4 ....
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