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Line 44: − − For a good introductory overview, watch [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yp28YGvZHgQ this] video.
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==Training==
==Training==
====Overview====
====Overview====
In order to use the belt sander, begin by inspecting the sanding belt that it currently has equipped or taking note of the lack thereof. A lever on the side of the equipment will lock or unlock the belt in place using tension. There is also a knob that allows the tracking of the sanding belt to be fine tuned. In order to keep the belt from catching or popping off, the knob should be used to finely adjust the roller angle to keep the sanding belt tracking true. Before sanding, ensure that the sanding belt is not clogged with sawdust, remelted glue, or other gunk. Exercise caution when choosing the sanding grit- it is easy to cause unsightly damage to the workpiece using a belt sander. As a final step in the preparation to sand, ensure that the belt sander is set to run at an optimal speed for the type of wood and type of work to be done on that wood. The speed can be adjusted using the dial located near the hand grip.
In order to use the belt sander, begin by inspecting the sanding belt that it currently has equipped or taking note of the lack thereof. A lever on the side of the equipment will lock or unlock the belt in place using tension. There is also a knob that allows the tracking of the sanding belt to be fine tuned. In order to keep the belt from catching or popping off, the knob should be used to finely adjust the roller angle to keep the sanding belt tracking true. Before sanding, ensure that the sanding belt is not clogged with sawdust, remelted glue, or other gunk. Exercise caution when choosing the sanding grit- it is easy to cause unsightly damage to the workpiece using a belt sander. As a final step in the preparation to sand, ensure that the belt sander is set to run at an optimal speed for the type of wood and type of work to be done on that wood. The speed can be adjusted using the dial located near the hand grip.