WorksheetsBELT/DISK SANDER QUIZ
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Before turning on the sander, what are some of the personal safety steps that should be taken?
Put on gloves and matching hat
Tuck in shirts, roll up sleeves, remove jewelry, tie back long hair
Wear anti-slip sandals
Use moisturizing lotion on hands
What must be done before and after sanding?
Turn off lights
Remove all sawdust from the sander and floor
Wash the sandpaper
Oil the belt
You should NOT operate the sander if:
The sandpaper is ripped or torn
The table is level
You're wearing safety glasses
The teacher gave you permission to use it
When should you replace the abrasive (belt or disc)?
During sanding
When it changes color
With the machine turned off and locked out
While holding the table
Which of the following materials is not safe to sand on this machine?
Dry pine
Acrylic plastic
Metal
Dry hardwood
When sanding small pieces, what must you be especially careful of?
The noise
Keeping fingers and knuckles away from the sanding disc
The smell
Color of the wood
What is the correct pressure to apply when sanding?
As hard as possible
Heavy pressure to finish faster
A light touch and let the machine do the work
None at all, just hold the piece
Where should you sand on the disc?
On the top side
On the down-side rotation of the disc
Left side only
Right side only
When using the belt sander, how should the work be held?
With one hand
Firmly against the table or fence
Suspended in air
On the edge of the disc
What should you avoid while sanding with this machine?
Wearing work gloves
Adjusting the speed
Freehand sanding
Standing behind the fence
Table and fence adjustments should be made:
Anytime
While sanding to speed things up
Only with the power off
While the disc slows down
What is the maximum gap allowed between the table/fence and the sandpaper?
1/4 inch
1/8 inch
1/16 inch
Touching the sandpaper
What tool should you use to clean the sandpaper after sanding?
Wire brush
Wet rag
Crape block
Compressed air
When you're finished using the machine, you should:
Let it keep running for the next user
Stay until it comes to a complete stop
Walk away immediately
Unplug it while running
If you're ever unsure about how to safely use the sander, you should:
Try your best and figure it out
Stop and ask the instructor
Ask a classmate
Watch a YouTube video
