Belt/Disc Sander

Belt and Disc Sander

Make: PowerMatic

Model: BD31A

Ace: Needed (Makerhub@georgefox.edu).

Location: Wood Shop

Description

The disc sander allows you to quickly remove material on outside corners and flat surfaces. The belt sander allows you to remove material on inside corners and flat surfaces.

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Documentation

Terminology

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User Manual

Training

Overview

The disc sander allows you to sand outside corners and flat surfaces using an abrasive disc. The belt can perform inside corner and flat surface sanding. The table angles can be adjusted to change the angle of cuts. The sanding table can be set between 15 and 45 degrees. The belt arm can be adjusted between 0 and 90 degrees. It is important to inspect the sanding disc and belt for wear before use. If you notice any holes or cuts in a belt let the supervisor know before trying to power the machine. Tears can be caused by leaving material in the same spot too long. Try to keep work moving across the belt/disc to prevent damage. The disc normally won't tear but it will turn dark and have burn marks.

Demonstration

You will need to demonstrate the safe setup and use of the belt/disc sander. You will be sketching an arc onto a piece of scrap material and sanding up to the line using the disc and belt. Make sure to keep the material moving to prevent burning and tearing of the sanding belt/disc.

General Procedure

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Safety

• Sanding creates heat due to the friction. keep material moving to prevent damage to the sanding belt/disc.
• Never put your hand in a position that slipping could cause you to make contact with the belt or disc.
• Never reach over the machine.
• Use a brush when clearing sawdust from the tables, not your hands.
• Use light pressure when removing material. Never try to force feed the machine.
• Avoid kickbacks by sanding on the correct side of the disc. Always sand on the downward side of the disc. Sanding on the wrong side is dangerous and can pull material out of your hands.

Certification

Foxtale Course

Troubleshooting

If belts have hole or tears they need to be replaced. Burnt discs need to be replaced.

Maintenance

General maintenance

The following items need to be periodically lubricated:

• Idler slide (use non hardening grease)
• Table trunnion (use non hardening grease)

Specific Maintenance Tasks

Maintenance Procedure	Frequency	Done By
Replace sanding Belt/Pad	As Needed	Ace/Tech