NOTICE: Only use tap screws or wood screws with non-tapered heads (Figure 28) to attach the faceplate to the workpiece. Do NOT use drywall screws or screws with tapered heads because these can split the faceplate, or the screws may snap off during operation.
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Figure 28. Correct and incorrect screw types for
mounting faceplate to workpiece.
To mount your workpiece to a backing block:
1.Make the backing block (Figure 29) from a piece of scrap wood that is flat on both sides.
Sanding/Finishing
After turning, the workpiece can be sanded, as shown in Figure 30, and finished (in the same manner) before removing it from the lathe.
Figure 30. Typical sanding operation.
Backing Block 
Wrapping the sandpa- per completely around the workpiece will pull your hands into the mov- ing workpiece and may cause injury. Never wrap sandpaper completely around the workpiece!
Figure 29. Example of mounting faceplate to a
backing block.
2.Locate and mark the center of both the workpiece and the backing block.
3.Drill a 1⁄4" diameter hole through the center of the backing block.
4.Glue the center of the backing block to the center of the workpiece (look through the drilled hole to line up centers), clamp the backing block to the workpiece, and wait for the glue to cure according to the manufactur- er’s recommendation.
H8259 10" x 18" Benchtop Lathe
Whenever sanding or finishing, move the tool rest holder out of the way to increase personal safety and gain adequate working room.
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