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Model W1838 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/16)
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Disc.Sanding
To.set.table.tilt,.do.these.steps:
1.
DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2.
Loosen
angle adjustment knob, and position work
table so pointer aligns with desired angle on table
tilt scale (see
Figure.11
).
— For greater accuracy, use a protractor or machinist's
square.
It helps to brace your workpiece against the miter gauge
for maximum stability when sanding straight edges or
specific angles.
To.perform.disc.sanding.operations,.do.these.steps:
1.
Set table tilt and miter gauge angles.
2.
Turn machine
ON
.
3.
Place workpiece on table and brace it against miter
gauge (see
Figure.12
).
4.
While keeping workpiece snug against miter gauge
fence, gently feed it into downward spinning half of
sanding disc (see
Figure.12
).
5.
Use light pressure and slowly move workpiece back
and forth along downward spinning half of sanding
disc. Keep workpiece moving to prevent burning
workpiece and excessive loading of sandpaper.
Performing.Disc.Sanding.Operations
To set the work table angle relative to the sanding disc,
use the angle scale on the sander body, or for greater
accuracy, a protractor or machinist's square can be used.
Setting.Table.Tilt
Only sand workpiece on side of sanding disc that
is rotating down toward work table. This will keep
workpiece from flying out of your hands from
rotational force of disc.
Figure
12
. Disc sanding using a miter
gauge.
Figure.11.
Table adjustment knob and
scale.
Angle Scale
Angle
Adjustment
Knob
Table
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