Gauge Blocks |
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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.
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: |
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1.Disconnect power to the sander!
2.Remove the sandpaper from the drum and place the gauge blocks as shown in Figure 44.
