Grizzly G0716 - Manual (Page 28)

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Model G0716 (Mfg. Since 2/11)
feed Rate
setting the proper feed rate is a matter of experi-
ence and good judgement. When selecting the
feed rate for the operation, consider variables
such as the hardness and condition of the wood,
the sandpaper grit being used, the finish desired,
etc.
as a guideline, wide or hard workpieces, or using
finer grit sandpaper will require a slower feed rate.
the goal in setting the correct feed rate is to pro-
duce the desired results for the operation without
burning the workpiece.
NOTICE
Using too fast of a feed rate may exceed the
sanding motor capacity and trip the motor
or power supply circuit breaker. Using too
slow of a feed rate may burn the surface of
the workpiece.
to adjust the conveyor belt feed rate, rotate
the conveyor variable feed rate dial shown in
figure 25.
Note: The ON/OFF switch must be in the ON
position to enable the conveyor motor to run.
Sanding tips
Follow these precautions to ensure safe sanding
operation and quality results:
• replace the sandpaper with a higher grit to
achieve a finer finish (refer to
Sandpaper on
page 21).
• When making multiple passes on the
workpiece, do not lower the sanding drum
more than
1 ⁄
32
" or 1 ⁄
4
turn of the elevation
handwheel for any one pass.
• if possible, feed the workpiece at a 60° angle
to the sanding drum. this will provide for
more effective material removal, less loading
and more even wear of the sandpaper, and
lighter load on the motors. on the last finish-
ing passes, feed the workpiece so that the
majority of the grain is perpendicular to the
sanding drum.
• Extend the life of the sandpaper by regularly
using a pro-stiCK© sanding pad (refer to
Accessories on page 28).
• reduce snipe when sanding more than one
board of the same thickness by feeding them
into the sander with the front end of the sec-
ond board touching the back end of the first
board.
• do Not edge sand boards. this can cause
boards to kickback, causing serious personal
injury. Edge sanding boards also can cause
damage to the conveyor belt and sandpa-
per.
• When sanding workpieces with a bow or
crown, place the high point up (prevents the
workpiece from rocking) and take very light
passes.
figure 25. location of the feed rate dial.
Feed rate
dial