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| - | =====CNSI Innovation Workshop Combination Sander User Outline===== | + | =====CNSI Innovation Workshop |
| - | This guide may be found online through the Innovation Workshop and Microfluidics wiki. | + | |
| ====Location==== | ====Location==== | ||
| The combination belt/disk sander is located in 2448 Elings Hall on the bench next to Fume Hood #3. | The combination belt/disk sander is located in 2448 Elings Hall on the bench next to Fume Hood #3. | ||
| ====Safety==== | ====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 | * 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 rest so that it is not pulled out of your hand. | + | * 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. | * 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. | * Friction may heat workpiece to high temperatures - be careful not to touch hot surfaces. | ||
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| ====Training==== | ====Training==== | ||
| Training is required before using the sander. | 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==== | ====Overview==== | ||
| - | The grinder | + | The tool is a benchtop |
| ====User Guide==== | ====User Guide==== | ||
| **Sequence of operation: | **Sequence of operation: | ||
| - Wear proper PPE (safety glasses), face shield if needed | - Wear proper PPE (safety glasses), face shield if needed | ||
| - | - Mark workpiece, for example with a marker or scribe tool. | + | - Turn on sander. |
| - | - Turn on grinder. Stand to one side of the grinder until the wheel reaches operating speed. | + | - With workpiece resting |
| - | - Bring work into contact with the grinding wheel slowly and smoothly, without bumping. | + | - Move the work back and forth across the face of the sanding belt/disk to wear the abrasive evenly. |
| - | - Apply gradual pressure to allow the wheel to warm up evenly. Use only the pressure required to complete a job. | + | - Use gentle pressure. Replace worn pads, or use a coarser sandpaper if more aggressive sanding is required. |
| - | - Move the work back and forth across the face of the wheel. This movement prevents grooves from forming. | + | - Turn off the sander. |
| - | - Remove workpiece, turn off grinder | + | - Use the shop vacuum to clean dust from work area. |
| - | - Use the shop vacuum to clean metal dust from work area. | + | |
| ====Frequently Asked Questions==== | ====Frequently Asked Questions==== | ||
| - | * What materials can I grind? | + | * What materials can I sand? |
| - | * Ferrous (iron containing) metals such as steel and cast iron | + | * Aluminum |
| - | * Never grind softer metals such as aluminum or magnesium. | + | * Wood |
| - | * Never grind plastics or wood | + | * Plastics (be careful not to melt the plastic. |
| + | * Very light sanding of steel is possible. | ||
| ====Accident Response==== | ====Accident Response==== | ||
| * In the event of injury, contact lab staff and emergency services if necessary (?) | * In the event of injury, contact lab staff and emergency services if necessary (?) | ||
| ====Maintenance==== | ====Maintenance==== | ||
| - | * Use wire brushes to clear metal residue out of grinding wheel | + | * Change sandpaper as necessary |
| - | * Adjust grinding wheel guide as wheel wears | + | * Clean dust off of machine and work area |
| ====Supplies (In drawer labeled “Grinder Accessories”)==== | ====Supplies (In drawer labeled “Grinder Accessories”)==== | ||
| - | * 2 silicon carbide 8” grinding wheels | + | * 1" x 42" sanding belts |
| - | * 1 buffing wheel | + | * 8" adhesive-backed sanding disks |
| - | * Wire bristle brushes | + | ====Notes==== |
| - | * Grinding compounds | + | * Please refer to the manual for instructions on changing belts and sanding disks. |
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