SPINDLE SANDER
The Grizzly Spindle Sander can be used when you become a subscription member at Cedar Valley Makers. We offer a required machine orientation that is required before first use, and that orientation is available anytime as a refresher for free.
This tool/equipment does require the use of safety glasses. Please review this page for resources, the pre-operation checklist, and the post-operation checklist.
Maker skills:
Understanding and safely using the tool for detailed shaping of curves, mastering techniques like: sanding against the spindle's rotation with light, even pressure, and maintaining proper safety habits.
Pre-Operation Checklist:
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Read the operation manual and ensure that you know how to safely operate the equipment
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Inspect the equipment to make sure the saw is in good working order.
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If not, be sure to fix it OR unplug it, tag it, and report it
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Spindles are attached using a left thread knurled nut. Lefty tighten - please note that finger tight is plenty. Do NOT overtighten.
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Use an appropriately sized insert to support work
Post-Operation Checklist:
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Return tables to 90 degrees
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Use the dust collection remote to manually start the dust collection
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Clean up all saw dust and leave it better than you found it
Resources:
The following documents and links are great references and can be used to learn more about the machine and how to use it.
