Grizzly G0458 instruction manual Gauge Blocks, Table Adjustments, To make the gauge blocks

Gauge Blocks
Tools Needed:	Qty
6' Long 2x4	1
Miter Saw (or Circular Saw)	1
Jointer	1
Table Saw	1

The gauge blocks described here will be required to complete the remaining service procedures in this section.

To make the gauge blocks:

1.Edge joint the concave edge of the 2x4 flat on a jointer, as shown in Figure 41.

Figure 41. Edge jointing on a jointer.

2.Place the jointed edge of the 2x4 against the table saw fence and rip cut just enough off the opposite side to square up the two edges of the 2x4, as shown in Figure 42.

	Opposite	Previously
	Edge Rip	Jointed Edge
	Cut with	Held Against
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Figure 42. Rip cutting on a table saw.

3.Cut the 2x4 into two even pieces to make two 36" long wood gauge blocks.

Note: Steps 1 & 2 can be skipped, but hav- ing the gauge blocks at an equal height is critical to the accuracy of your adjustments.

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Table Adjustments

Aligning the drums parallel to the conveyor belt (Figure 43) is critical for sanding accuracy. Care should be taken to make the tolerances as close as possible (within 0.002" from one side to the other) when adjusting the drum height.

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Figure 43. Drum parallel to conveyor belt.

Tools Needed:	Qty
Hex Wrenches 3 & 6mm	1 Ea
Gauge Blocks	2
Feeler Gauge Set	1
To align the drums:

1.Disconnect power to the sander!

2.Remove the sandpaper from the drum and place the gauge blocks as shown in Figure 44.

Figure 44. Gauge blocks placed under drums.

G0458 18" Open End Belt/Drum Sander