Model W1828 (For Machines Mfg. Since 4/11)
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Sandpaper clogs quickly or | 1. | Sandpaper grit is too fine for the | 1. | Replace with a coarser grit sandpaper. |
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burns. |
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| 2. | Workpiece is too moist. | 2. | Allow workpiece to dry out. | ||
| 3. | Sanding depth too aggressive. | 3. | Reduce sanding depth or install coarser sandpaper. | ||
| 4. | Paint, varnish, pitch, or other coat- | 4. | Install a coarse grit sandpaper, or strip coating off | ||
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| ing is loading up sandpaper. |
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| 5. | Sanding soft workpiece. | 5. | Use different stock. Or, accept the characteristics | ||
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| of the stock and plan on cleaning/replacing discs | ||
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Glossy spots, burning, or | 1. | Sandpaper too fine for the desired | 1. | Use a coarser grit sandpaper. | ||
streaks on workpiece. |
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| 2. | Work held still for too long. | 2. | Do not keep workpiece in one place for too long. | ||
| 3. | Workpiece is too moist. | 3. | Allow workpiece to dry out. | ||
| 4. | Sanding stock with high residue. | 4. | Use different stock. Or, accept the characteristics of | ||
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| the stock and plan on cleaning/replacing sandpapers | ||
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| 5. | Worn sandpaper. | 5. | Replace sandpaper. | ||
| 6. | Sanding depth too aggressive. | 6. | Reduce sanding depth or install coarser sandpaper. | ||
Abrasive rubs off easily. | 1. | Sandpaper has been stored in an | 1. | Store sandpaper flat and away from extremely dry, | ||
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| incorrect environment. |
| hot, or damp conditions. | ||
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