Machine Operation
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Selecting Intellisand Feed Rates
The variable feed rate control of the conveyor belt adjusts the load on the machine; it can be infinitely adjusted for
maximum operating performance.
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A faster feed rate allows faster sanding but fewer revolutions of the drums per inch of sanding.
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A slower feed rate provides more revolutions of the drum per inch of sanding to allow a greater depth of cut and
smoother sanding.
The Intellisand Control
(See Figure 15-Below)
continuously monitors the load on the drum motor, and this
automatically regulates the speed of the conveyor motor to maintain the highest feed rate without overload.
If the load on the drum motor increases, the Intellisand control will decrease the conveyor feed rate and will stop the
conveyor under extreme conditions. If the load on the drum decreases,
the Sand-Smart Control will increase
the feed rate but WILL NOT increase it faster
than the manual setting on the switch dial.
For abrasive planing and thicknessing, the feed rate can be set at any speed after adjusting for the proper depth of
cut. If the load on the drum motor approaches its optimum due to inconsistent stock, the feed rate will
automatically slow down. As the load on the drum motor decreases, the feed rate will automatically increase to its
original setting. When finish sanding with grits finer than 80, the best finish will be achieved if the conveyor does not
change speeds during operation. While the Intellisand control will slow the feed rate when the main motor reaches
its optimum, it is advisable to operate below the regulation point. When the red indicator light comes on, the
Intellisand control has detected too great a depth of cut and/or too fast a feed rate. This change in conveyor speed
may leave a detectable mark on finish surfaces. If a mark is visible, adjust by slowing conveyor and/or lessening the
depth of cut and run the stock through again.
Begin experimenting with the
Feed Rate Set at about 50% of maximum, Conveyor should never run below
50%, unless under special circumstances
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The best feed rate will depend on several factors, including the following:
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Type of Stock.
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Type of Grit.
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The depth of cut used.
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The stock is feed directly in line with the conveyor bed or at an angle.
Summary of Contents for 37 x 2
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Page 17: ...General Information 17 Castings...
Page 18: ...Double Drum Sander 37 x 2 18 Supermax Specifications...
Page 19: ...General Information 19 Supermax Accessory Supply Check List...
Page 47: ...Mainteance 47...
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Page 56: ...Double Drum Sander 37 x 2 56 Drumhead Assembly Exploded View...
Page 57: ...Drumhead Parts List 57 Drumhead Parts List...
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Page 59: ...Conveyor Exploded View 59 Conveyor Exploded View...
Page 60: ...Double Drum Sander 37 x 2 60 Conveyor Parts List...
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Page 62: ...Double Drum Sander 37 x 2 62 Exploded Diagrams...
Page 63: ...Parts Lists 63 Parts Lists...
Page 77: ...Disassembly Procedure 77...
Page 79: ...Warranties 79 Warranties Laguna Tools Warranty...
Page 80: ...Double Drum Sander 37 x 2 80 Modifications RMA Policy Laguna Tools Packaging RMA Procedure...
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