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G0489 Metalworking Sander
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Grinding Tips
• When grinding against the contact wheel,
make sure the belt guard is closed.
• Hold work piece securely with both hands.
Use the rests when possible to support the
workpiece.
• The workpiece will get hot as you continue
to grind. Cool the workpiece frequently by
quenching in water or another approved solu
-
tion.
• Change belts frequently for the best perfor-
mance.
• Do not force the work into the sander.
• Make sure the shorter, hinged section of the
belt guard is folded all the way back to the
longer belt guard section. This will allow the
belt guard to clear the motor and open com
-
pletely (see
Figure 16).
Figure 16. Short guard section folded out of the
way.
Short Guard
Belt Tracking
When first starting the Model G0489, the belt may
not track centrally on the contact wheel.
To adjust the belt tracking:
1. Turn the sander ON.
2. Making small adjustments, turn the belt
tracking adjustment knob clockwise to move
the belt to the left, or turn the knob counter-
clockwise to move the belt to the right (see
Figure 17).
3. Make sure the belt is not making contact with
edge of the sander and that it is centered on
the contact wheel.
• Wear the proper protective clothing. Particles
flying off of a sander will be traveling very
fast—prepare for this. Wear safety glasses,
face shield, a dust mask, earplugs, a leather
apron, and heavy leather boots.
• Remember that grinding often produces
sparks. DO NOT allow anyone to stand in
the path of the sparks. DO NOT grind near
flammable materials.
• Concentrate on the task at hand. STOP
grinding if you are distracted.
• Make sure side cover is closed and latched
during operation.
Figure 17. Belt tracking adjustment knob.
Long Guard