=====CNSI Innovation Workshop Grizzly H8192 Combination Belt/Disk Sander User Outline===== ====Location==== The combination belt/disk sander is located in 2448 Elings Hall on the bench next to Fume Hood #3. ====Safety==== * Follow the basic machine tool safety protocol: safety glasses, long pants, closed toe shoes, no loose clothing, jewelry or hair that may get caught in the moving machine * Workpiece must be supported on the machine table so that it is not pulled out of your hand. * Only sand on the downward-moving half of the disk sander where friction pushes the workpiece into the table. * Connect a vacuum to the sander if you will be generating a lot of dust. * Friction may heat workpiece to high temperatures - be careful not to touch hot surfaces. * Keep body parts clear of sandpaper. Use a tool to hold small parts. * Don’t wear bracelets, dangling articles of clothing, gloves or long sleeves while using the sander. ====Training==== Training is required before using the sander. ===Training Outline=== - Explain parts of the tool - Review safety concerns - Demonstrate safe use of the tool - Show location of supplies - Demonstrate how to change belts/disks - Cleanup ====Overview==== The tool is a benchtop sander with a 1" wide x 42" long sanding belt, and an 8" disk sander driven by a common motor. Each of these sanders has a separate vacuum port connection. ====User Guide==== **Sequence of operation:** - Wear proper PPE (safety glasses), face shield if needed - Turn on sander. - With workpiece resting on the table bring work into contact with the grinding wheel slowly and smoothly. - Move the work back and forth across the face of the sanding belt/disk to wear the abrasive evenly. - Use gentle pressure. Replace worn pads, or use a coarser sandpaper if more aggressive sanding is required. - Turn off the sander. - Use the shop vacuum to clean dust from work area. ====Frequently Asked Questions==== * What materials can I sand? * Aluminum * Wood * Plastics (be careful not to melt the plastic. * Very light sanding of steel is possible. ====Accident Response==== * In the event of injury, contact lab staff and emergency services if necessary (?) ====Maintenance==== * Change sandpaper as necessary * Clean dust off of machine and work area ====Supplies (In drawer labeled “Grinder Accessories”)==== * 1" x 42" sanding belts * 8" adhesive-backed sanding disks ====Notes==== * Please refer to the manual for instructions on changing belts and sanding disks.