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OPERATION
Ensure that the item to be ground is comfortably and securely held. Present the workpiece smoothly
on to the grinding wheel face with a light and even pressure. Grind against the edge of the
workpiece to avoid burrs. Never grind on the sides of the wheels. Best results are achieved if the
grinder is allowed to rotate at its maximum speed. Excess pressure from the workpiece can damage
the wheel and overload the motor. Check grinding wheels regularly for wear or damage. Replace
wheels that are worn more than 25%. Damaged wheels should be discarded immediately as they are
dangerous and can cause the grinder to vibrate. After grinding fine edge tools, they should be honed
by hand.
NOTE: Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out any adjustment, servicing or
maintenance.
Adjusting the tool rest (Fig.6 & 7)
The belt sander is equipped with a multi position tool rest. The
two positions enable sanding on the flat part of the belt and also
on the rounded section.
Flat section: This is the upper position. Using the locking knob
(F) with the bolt and washers provided fix the tool rest (G) to the
upper mount. When in this position the lower section must
always have the protected guard (H)
screwed in place. When the
tool rest is set to approximately 1.5mm from the sanding face
tighten (F).
Fig. 6.
Rounded section: This is the lower position. Remove the
protective guard (H) and store safely to one side. Remove tool
rest (G)
and refit to the lower position in the same manner. When
the tool rest is set to approximately l.5 mm from the sanding face
tighten (F).
Fig: 7.
Dust extraction (Fig. 8)
The tool is supplied with a dust extraction port at the rear of the
sanding belt housing. It is recommended that a suitable vacuum
cleaner is connected when using the sanding belt and suitable
protective equipment (e.g. dust mask) is worn.
Fig. 8
