Rockler 50119 User manual

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Sanding Bow Instructions
Effective June 2018

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This product is designed for specific applications as defined in the instructions and should not be modified and/or used for any
other applications. Before using the Sanding Bow, read, understand and follow all instructions and safety information
provided. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
> Always confirm that you are using the most recent
version of the Instructions and safety warnings for
your product. To find the most recent version, find
the product page on Rockler.com and click on the
link to the Instructions.
> For any tool used in conjunction with this product,
always read, understand and follow the instructions
and safety warnings in the owner’s manual for that tool.
If you do not have the owner’s manual, obtain one from
the tool’s manufacturer before using it with this product.
> Before using this product, review and verify that all
tools to be used with it have safety equipment
installed and are in proper working order as
defined by the tools’ owner’s manuals.
> Do not use this product until you have read and
are confident you understand:
• Product Specific Warnings (p. 3);
• Assembly (p. 3-4).
> Do not use this product in any manner other than
what is described in these instructions. Use only
recommended accessories.
> Do not modify the product in any way unless instructed
to by the instructions.
> Remain alert and use good judgment when using
this product. Do not use this product if you are in any way
impaired by medications, alcohol, drugs or fatigue.
> Dress appropriately and remove all jewelry, secure
loose clothing and tie up long hair before using
this product.
> It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser of this
product to ensure that any third party whom you
allow to use this product reads and complies with all the
instructions and safety precautions outlined in this
manual prior to use.
> Maintain these instructions and warnings as long as
you own the product. Keep this booklet in a place where
it will be readily available for reference.
> The user assumes all risk and responsibility for the
proper use of this product and for ensuring product
suitability for intended application.
> Always wear safety glasses in compliance with ANSI
safety standards and hearing protection and follow all
standard shop safety practices, including:
• Keep your work area well lit and clean;
• Unplug all power tools before making any
adjustments or changing accessories;
• Use dust collection tools and dust face masks to
reduce exposure to dust;
• Use accessory safety equipment such as
featherboards, push sticks and push blocks
whenever appropriate;
• Do not use power tools in explosive
environments (e.g., in the presence of
flammable liquids, fumes or dust);
• Keep children and bystanders away from
the tool operating area;
• Maintain proper footing at all times and
do not overreach;
• Do not force woodworking tools.
> These warnings and instructions do not represent the
total of all information available regarding tool safety,
use and technique. Please read the full manual before
using this product and always seek out opportunities to
learn more and improve your skills and knowledge.
Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining wood
products can expose you to wood dust, a substance known
ot the State of California to cause cancer. Avoid inhaling
wood dust or use a dust mask or other safeguards for
personal protection. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood.
Danger indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Warning indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Caution indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury
or property damage.
Notice indicates important or helpful information and/or user tips.
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Assembly
PRODUCT SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNINGS
> The body of the Sanding Bow and the claw end
clamps have teeth that pierce the sandpaper strip to
hold it in place. Take extra care not to puncture your
fingers when working with these pieces.
> To avoid injury, keep fingers clear of interlocking parts
when tightening the claw end clamp to the body of
the Sanding Bow.
This product is designed for use with
1" wide strips of cloth-backed reinforced sandpaper,
such as those found in the Woodturner’s Multi-Roll Sanding
Pack (22134, sold separately). Unreinforced sandpaper
is likely to tear.
1. Cut a strip of 1" wide sandpaper 111⁄2", 121⁄2" or 131⁄2" long,
depending on your application. Fig. 1.
2. Make two 1/2" long cuts at each end to divide the strip into
thirds. You should end up with three 1/2" long flaps at each
end. Fig. 1.
3. Cut away the middle flap.
4. Loosen the knurled knob on the center knuckle of the
Sanding Bow enough that you can adjust the angle but not
so much that the pieces come apart. Bring the ends of the
Sanding Bow closer together to make it easier to mount
the sanding strip. Fig. 2. Fig. 2
> The body of the Sanding Bow and the claw end clamps
have teeth that pierce the sandpaper strip to hold it in
place. Take extra care not to puncture your fingers
when working with these pieces.
Fig. 1
111⁄2", 121⁄2", or 131⁄2"
1/4" 1/4"
1/4" 1/4"
1/2" 1/2"

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50119
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If the teeth of the knuckle won’t line up
and interlock, unscrew the knurled knob at one end of the
Sanding Bow and remove the claw end clamp. Lift the
sanding strip off the teeth and pull it back 1/16"; reinstall the
claw end clamp and the knurled knob. Then repeat Step 10.
To avoid injury, keep fingers clear of
interlocking parts when tightening the claw end clamp to the
body of the Sanding Bow.
5. At each end of the Sanding Bow, unscrew the knurled knob
and remove the claw end clamps.
6. At one end of the Sanding Bow, position one end of the
sandpaper strip so that the notch allows access to the bolt
hole. Be sure that the sanding strip is straight and far enough
into the Sanding Bow that the teeth will engage the full strip
and not just the outer two flaps. Fig. 3.
7. Reposition the claw end clamp piece and screw in the knurled
knob to fully tighten.
8. Repeat Steps 6 and 7 to secure the sanding strip at the other
end of the Sanding Bow.
9. With the sanding strip installed, you need to adjust the
Sanding Bow’s center knuckle to make the strip taut. To do
this, position the Sanding Bow so the sanding strip is against
a flat surface and press down at the center knuckle. The
knuckle should still be loose enough that the interlocking
teeth can pass each other. Fig. 4.
10. Press down until the sanding strip is taut; then tighten the
knurled knob to bring the halves of the knuckle together
until the teeth interlock and are fully seated.
11. Once the sanding strip is taut and the teeth of the center
knuckle are interlocked, fully tighten the knurled knob.
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Sharp teeth engaging full strip