Spindle Sander

Function:

• Sanding small and large inside curves.

Advantages:

• The spindle sander can sand inside closed holes.
• A variety of spindles can be installed for different sized curves.
• The up and down motion creates a smoother surface.

Disadvantages:

• This tool is very slow compared to other sanders.

Safety Concerns:

• Always wear safety glasses when using this tool.
• Tie your hair back, above your shoulders. Make a power bun if needed.
• Tuck in loose articles of clothing and put away your earbuds.
• Don't wear gloves. (Google "De-glove" if you want to know why.)
• Turn on the dust collector whenever you use this tool!
• Only one person may use this tool at a time.
• Fingers must be 1" away from the abrasive material.
• Hold your work flat on the table.
• Sand opposite the direction of the spindle rotation.
• Sand with a smooth, gentle pressure. Do not stay in one place for too long.
• Hold onto your work when turning the sander on and off.
• If you are sanding inside a hole, place your work on the table over the spindle first, then turn on the machine. When done, turn off the machine before removing your work.
• If you lose control of your work, don't panic. Follow these steps:
  1. Let go of your work! You are more important than a piece of wood or the machine.
  2. Step back! Give yourself a moment to consider your options.
  3. Turn off the machine. The switch is under the table, so be careful not to get whacked in the head.
  4. Wait for the machine to stop.
  5. Scratch your head and ask yourself what went wrong.
• When done with the sander, turn it off and wait for it to stop.

Settings:

• Fingers 1" away.
• One person at a time on the machine.
• Check the table for square.

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