http://www.beltsanderguide.com Belt Sanders Mon, 05 Oct 2009 19:21:23 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Once you are finished your project (or if you’re simply retiring for the evening), be sure to unplug your belt sander.  Before storing the sander, remove and empty the dust bag.  Once you’ve replaced the dust bag, wrap the power cable loosely around the front and rear handles.  Make sure ... http://www.beltsanderguide.com/guides/storing-a-belt-sander/ If your belt sander comes equipped with a dust collection system and bag, then it’s a good idea to understand how to operate the dust bag.  Attaching the dust bag should be easy.  If you have trouble attaching the dust bag, then take a look at your belt sander’s manual ... http://www.beltsanderguide.com/guides/using-the-belt-sander-dust-bag/ A typical belt sander provides two handles, one fore and one aft, for proper grip.  It’s best to place your strongest (or dominant) hand on the rear handle with the trigger and your opposite hand on the front grip.  As you take hold of the machine, be sure to maintain ... http://www.beltsanderguide.com/guides/understand-the-best-hand-position-when-using-a-belt-sander/ The trigger switch on a belt sander is much like the trigger switches on most power tools or appliances, but you may need to be aware of certain features associated with the trigger.  On a typical belt sander, the trigger is located on the rear handle, situated within reach of ... http://www.beltsanderguide.com/guides/how-to-use-the-trigger-switch-on-a-belt-sander/ If you don’t have an auto tracker on your belt sander, then you’ll definitely need to know how to track a sanding belt.  First of all, locate the machine’s belt tracking knob.  Flip the sander over so it’s resting on the front handle, or use a vice to secure the ... http://www.beltsanderguide.com/guides/how-to-track-the-belt-on-a-belt-sander/ The first thing you want to do before removing an old or torn belt from a belt sander is make sure the machine is unplugged.  Once the belt sander is removed from its power source, locate the sanding belt release lever.  Lift the belt release lever and lock it in ... http://www.beltsanderguide.com/guides/how-to-remove-the-belt-from-a-belt-sander/ Before you install a new sanding belt, the first thing you need to do is make sure the belt sander is unplugged.  You don’t want to risk the sander turning on while you’re switching out an old belt.  Next, turn over the machine and locate the belt release lever.  Raise ... http://www.beltsanderguide.com/guides/how-to-install-the-belt-on-a-belt-sander/ When it comes to understanding belt sander electrical safety, there are a few simple things you can do to ensure a secure work environment.  First of all, make sure the belt sander is switched to the “off” position before it is plugged in.  Also, you should always inspect the power ... http://www.beltsanderguide.com/guides/understanding-belt-sander-electrical-safety/ Not all surfaces are one hundred percent even one hundred percent of the time.  Occasionally, you’ll find a wall or floor that has been warped or bowed for any number of reasons, and you’ll need to sand down a piece of wood to fit the area.  This is where scribing ... http://www.beltsanderguide.com/guides/scribing-with-a-belt-power-sander/ So you’ve got your brand new belt sander, and you’re eager to put it to use.  There are a few things you should know about personal safety when it comes to working with belt sanders.  First, keep your safety goggles handy because you’ll want to snap them on every time ... http://www.beltsanderguide.com/guides/understanding-belt-sander-personal-safety/