Grizzly G1071 - Manual (Page 21)

model g1071 (mfg. 1/02+)
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Sanding Spindles
the model g1071 is supplied with ten rubber
sanding spindles. use the larger diameter spin-
dles for sanding large sweeping curves and the
smaller spindles for sanding more intricate
curves.
When not in use, the spindles are stored on racks
located on each side of the machine base, as
shown in
figure 19. each spindle is secured to
the rack with a hex nut.
To mount the spindle for sanding:
1. disConneCt sander from poWer!
2. determine the spindle size needed.
3. lubricate the threads and shaft shown in
figure 20 with a light oil.
figure 19. Sanding spindles.
4. insert the threaded end of the spindle shaft
into the spindle mounting hole, and screw it
down by hand as shown in
figure 21.
figure 20. Spindle threads.
NOTICE
DO NOT tighten the sanding spindle with
a wrench! The sanding action will further
tighten the spindle to the sander. using a
wrench could make removal difficult.
To remove the spindle:
1. disConneCt sander from poWer!
2. use one of the supplied wrenches to hold
the jam nuts stationary while you loosen the
spindle retainer nut, and the spindle will back
out as it un-threads (
figure 22).
figure 21. Mounting spindle.
Tip: If the spindle has not been removed for
some time and is stuck, run the machine until
the spindle housing heats up, then retry.
hex nut
figure 22. Spindle removal.
Jam nuts
spindle
retainer nut
Wrench
lubricate
Wrench