Use and Care Manual

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Model G1014Z/G1014ZX (Mfd. Since 07/17)
Stock Inspection and
Requirements
Some workpieces are not safe or may require
modification before they are safe to sand. Before
sanding, inspect all workpieces for the
following:
• Material Type: This machine is intended for
ONLY sanding natural and man-made wood
products. This machine is NOT designed
to sand metal, glass, stone, tile, drywall or
cementitious backerboard.
• Foreign Objects: Nails, staples, dirt, rocks
and other foreign objects are often embed-
ded in wood. While sanding, these objects
can become dislodged and tear the sanding
belt. Always visually inspect your workpiece
for these items. If they can't be removed, DO
NOT sand the workpiece.
• Excessive glue or finish: Sanding
workpieces with excess glue or finish will load
up the abrasive, reducing its usefulness and
lifespan.
• Workpiece Dimensions: DO NOT sand
boards less than 9" long,
1
⁄8" wide and
1
⁄16"
thick to prevent damage to the workpiece to
reduce the risk of your hands contacting the
abrasive belt (see Figure 53).
• Replace the sandpaper with a higher grit to
achieve a finer finish.
• Extend the life of the sandpaper by regularly
using PRO-STIK® abrasive belt cleaners
(see Accessories on Page 41).
• When sanding workpieces with a bow or
crown, place the high point up on the table
(prevents the workpiece from rocking) and
take very light passes.
Sanding Tips
Figure 53. Minimum dimensions for sanding.
1
⁄16" Min.
1
⁄8" Min.
9" Min.
Choosing Sandpaper
The Model G1014Z/G1014ZX uses a 6" x 48"
sanding belt and a 9" sanding disc.
There are many types of sanding belts and discs
to choose from. We recommend aluminum oxide
for general workshop environments. Below is a
chart that groups abrasives into different classes,
and shows which grits fall into each class.
The general rule of thumb is to sand a workpiece
with progressively higher grit numbers, with no
one grit increase of more than 50 grits at a time.
Avoid skipping grits; the larger the grit increase,
the harder it will be to remove the scratches from
the previous grit.
Ultimately, the type of wood you use and your
stage of finish will determine the best grit types to
install on your sander.
Grit Class
36 Extra Coarse
60 Coarse
80 –100 Medium
120–180 Fine