Adjusting Sanding Drums on the G1066R and G1079 Drum Sander
Preparation
- Safety first: Disconnect the sander from power.
- Gather tools: Prepare a 14mm socket wrench, 4mm hex wrench, small hammer, and wooden dowel.
Drum Alignment
- Access drums: Remove the top cover of the sander.
- Check perpendicular alignment: Measure the distance between the drum edge and the nearest brace on both sides. Adjust if necessary by loosening the lock nuts, tapping the bearing block, and retightening the lock nuts.
- Check parallel alignment: Use two identical wooden boards to check drum height. Adjust the drum height using the set screws in the bearing block corners if necessary.
Final Steps
- Test run: Make test passes with scrap wood to ensure proper drum alignment and sandpaper contact.
Note: Always refer to the user manual for detailed instructions and safety precautions.
In this how-to video, we'll demonstrate the process of adjusting the front and rear drums on the G1066R and G1079 drum sanders using the steps from above.
We trust you will find this video to be beneficial. Please feel free to reach out to us HERE if you have any questions on how to adjust the drums on a drum sander.