Sanding Tips
•Replace the sandpaper with a higher grit to achieve a finer finish.
•Raise the table with a maximum of 1⁄4 turn of the crank handle until the workpiece is the desired thickness.
•Reduce snipe when sanding more than one board of the same thickness by feeding them into the sander with the front end of the sec- ond board touching the back end of the first board.
•Feed boards into the sander at different points on the conveyor to maximize sandpaper life and prevent uneven conveyor belt wear.
•DO NOT sand boards less than 8" long or less than 1⁄8" thick to prevent damage to the workpiece and the drum sander.
•Extend the life of the sandpaper by regularly using a
•When sanding workpieces with irregular sur- faces, such as cabinet doors, take very light sanding passes to prevent gouges. When the drum moves from sanding a wide surface to sanding a narrow surface, the load on the motor will be reduced, and the drum will speed up, causing a gouge.
•DO NOT edge sand boards. This can cause boards to kickback, causing serious personal injury. Edge sanding boards also can cause damage to the conveyor belt and sandpa- per.
•When sanding workpieces with a bow or crown, place the high point up (prevents the workpiece from rocking) and take very light passes.
•Feed the workpiece at an angle to maximize stock removal and sandpaper effectiveness, but feed the workpiece straight to reduce sandpaper grit scratches for the finish pass- es.
Stock Inspection and
Requirements
Some workpieces are not safe or may require modification before they are safe to sand. Before sanding, inspect all workpieces for the follow- ing:
•Material Type: This machine is intended for ONLY sanding natural and
•Foreign Objects: Nails, staples, dirt, rocks and other foreign objects are often embed- ded in wood. While sanding, these objects can become dislodged and tear the sandpa- per. Always visually inspect your workpiece for these items. If they can't be removed, DO NOT sand the workpiece.
•Excessive glue or finish: Sanding workpieces with excess glue or finish will load up the abrasive, reducing its usefulness and lifespan.
•Workpiece Dimensions: DO NOT sand boards less than 8" long, 2" wide and 1⁄8" thick to prevent damage to the workpiece to reduce the risk of your hands contacting the sandpaper (see Figure 14).
8" Min.
1⁄8" Min.
2" Min.