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Tip
#35
Belt Sander
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Sanding
Large Stock
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Figure
19-10. To sand large workpieces, remove the worktable.
Use extra care, as you have no additional support other
than the belt sander itself.
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If you
are sanding large pieces of stock, you may need to remove
the worktable from the belt sander (Figure
19-10). As we said before, the worktable contributes to
the safety and accuracy of your sanding chores. But if you're
careful, you can still get good results without it. Warning:
Be careful of your fingers--do not hook them under the workpiece
or you may accidentally rub them against the moving belt.
Secure
the belt sander in the horizontal position. Turn on the machine
and let it come up to speed. Then hold the stock in place,
flat against the belt. You may not have to press down at all
the weight of a large workpiece will usually supply ample
pressure. As with smaller pieces, keep the stock moving so
that the entire surface area is evenly sanded.
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