Craftsman Belt and Disk Sander
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Equipment Overview
Usage/Safety
General safety instructions for power tools (from this machine's manual)HTML
- Know your power tool (read and understand the owner's manual before using and understand the specific hazards)HTML
- Ground all tools (use grounded 3-prong plug inserted into proper grounding type receptacle)HTML
- Keep guards in place (and in working order with proper adjustment and alignment)HTML
- 04. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches (form habit to check they are removed from tool before turning on the machine)HTML
- 05. Keep work area clean (cluttered areas and benches invite accidents and floor may be slippery due to sawdust)HTML
- 06. Avoid dangerous environment (don't use power tools in damp or wet locations, keep work area well lighted)HTML
- 07. Keep children away (all visitors should be kept at a safe distance)HTML
- 08. Make workshop kid-proof (consider padlocks, master switches and/or starter keys)HTML
- 09. Dont force tool (it will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed)HTML
- 10. Use right tool (don't force the tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed for)HTML
- 11. Wear proper apparel (don't wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewelry, contain long hair, roll-up sleeves above the elbow)HTML
- 12. Use safety goggles (must comply with ANSI Z87.1, use face or dust mask and ear protection during extended periods of usage) HTML
- 13. Secure work (use clamps or a vice to hold work when practical as it is safer than using your hand)HTML
- 14. Don't overreach (keep proper footing and balance at all times)HTML
- 15. Maintain tools with care (keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance)HTML
- 16. Disconnect tools (before servicing when changing accessories, belts, and disks)HTML
- 17. Avoid accidental starting (make sure switch in in "OFF" position before plugging in)HTML
HTML - 18. Use recommended accessories (consult the manual for recommended accessories, follow instructions, improper accessories may cause hazards)
- 19. Never stand on tool (serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted)HTML
- 20. Check damaged parts (a damaged guard should be checked for proper function, check alignment of moving parts, binding, breakage, etc.)HTML
- 21. Direction of feed (feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only)HTML
- 22. Never leave tool running unattended (turn power off and don't leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop)HTML
Watch this good generic introduction safety usage YouTube video (5:48 mm:ss) and/or find additional similar videos
Specifications
Here is a link for the manual:
This equipment uses the following sandpaper belt/disk sizes:
- 6" x 48" sanding belt - 9" dia. sanding disk
Here is an Amazon link for 6"x48" sanding belts:
Here is an Amazon link for 9" dia. sanding disks:
The motor is 3/4 HP, 3450 RPM, 115 VAC, 60 Hz, single-phase
Configurations
Table positioned for disk sanding
Belt sanding in the horizontal orientation (note fence is currently broken)