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Open Works has several Stationary Sanders. You must complete Wood Shop 1 before using the machines.
The stationary sanders are used for sanding solid or composite wood. Adjustments can be made to the table angle or spindle size. If you are unsure how to make an adjustment, ask a Community Technician for help.
Name |
Model |
Best For |
Spindle sander |
Jet OOS-5, Benchtop Oscillating Spindle |
Concave and convex curves and the insides of holes |
Spindle Sander
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• hardwoods
• softwoods
• composites
Open Works allows but does not encourage the use of reclaimed wood. Any reclaimed wood must be inspected by the member with a metal detector (provided) and reviewed by a Community Technician before processing.
The following materials are NOT permitted in the Wood Shop:
• Reclaimed wood containing metal
• Materials containing or coated with lead or lead-based paint
• Any pre-finished woods (for example: finished flooring, old bar tops, etc.)
• Pressure treated wood
• Foam
• Metal
• Glass
• PVC and vinyl
You do not need to reserve these machines.
¶ Safety and Setup
Safety Check:
Sturdy, close-toed shoes must be worn at all times.
Long hair, jewelry, and loose clothing must be tied back.
Safety glasses must be worn while machines are running.
A dust mask or a NIOSH certified respirator is recommended.
For more information on shop safety visit Wood Shop under "Safety."
Use both hands to maneuver material.
Keep hands at least 4" away from the sanding surface.
Sanders are friction tools. They want to grab your work piece and your fingers and pull them into the machine.
Minimum material preparation: know which face is the stable face
¶ Using the Spindle Sander
Complex steps have detailed instructions below.
- Adjust angle of table if desired. (Setting the angle of the table)
- Change spindle if desired. (Installing Spindles and Changing sanding sleeves)
- Always use the insert plate that goes with the spindle. (how to determine insert plate)
- Attach shop vac to port under table and turn on.
- Turn on sander.
- Position work piece flat against the table.
- Approach spindle with work piece and firmly press it to the spindle. If the sander struggles, use less pressure.
- When done, turn off the sander and clean up the table and work area with a shopvac.
Labled diagram of the angle adjustment knobs.
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- Remove insert plate.
- Under the table, loosen both knobs. There's one in the picture and an identical one on the other side.
- Adjust the table to the desired angle. There is a gauge on the side for reference.
- Install the appropriate insert plate.
- Tighten both knobs.
¶ Removing and Installing Spindles
The wrenches are stored on the wooden base of the machine, near your left knee. Select the wrenches that fit cleanly.
Picture showing the spindle nut and spindle flats with wrenches on them to illustrate the positions.
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This spindle is reverse threaded, so loosening it is clockwise and tightening it is counterclockwise.
- To remove a spindle, turn the spindle nut clockwise with one wrench while holding the spindle flat with the other wrench. After loosening the spindle nut, it is possible to turn the spindle by hand to finish removing it from the housing.
- Before inserting the replacement spindle into the spindle housing, make sure the surfaces are free of dust.
- Thread the spindle counterclockwise into the spindle housing.
- Using the wrenches, tighten the spindle nut counterclockwise while holding the spindle housing flat with the other wrench.
¶ Changing Grit/Sanding Sleeves
Picture showing the two types of spindles.
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¶ 5/8" and smaller
- Loosen the clamp with a cross point screwdriver.
- Remove the sanding sleeve from the spindle shaft. It may take some wiggling to remove.
- Install the new sleeve, making sure to re-tighten the clamp.
¶ 1-1/2" and larger
This nut is reverse threaded, so loosening it is clockwise and tightening it is counterclockwise.
- Loosen the nut with the 12 mm wrench found on the wooden base of the machine by turning it clockwise.
- Remove the sanding sleeve from the spindle shaft.
- Install the new sleeve, making sure to re-tighten the nut.
Every insert has a notch on the outer edge to ensure that it is inserted properly. The insert plates are drop in/lift out. There are two types:
- The insert plates with the oblong holes are for when the table is tilted.
- The insert plates with the circular holes are for when the table is level.
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Spindle Sander Instructions adapted from the manual.