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Machine currently in need of repair - the plastic guard on top of the belt has been snapped.

The BDS-460 is a miniature fixed sanding machine for use with wood only. It features a small disk sander which can be used for cleaning and smoothing edges of material, and a belt which can be used for smoothing surfaces. The disk has a plate and an angle guide so that material can be aligned. The belt can be set in a horizontal or upright position.

Link to manual

Risk Score Amber

Risk Assessment: Link

Do I need an induction to use this machine? Yes

Can I use this machine while lone working? Yes

You must wear eye protection when using this machine.

You must use direct extraction when using this machine.

Never feed material in to the right hand side of the disk, it will throw it upwards. Feed material in so the disk is pulling it down towards the plate.

Do I need an induction to use this machine?: Yes

• You can get an induction for this machine by submitting a request to contact@newportmakerspace.org, or by completing this google form
• An induction for this machine is expected to take up to 1 hour
• The induction will cover setup and safe usage of the machine in both modes

Date next maintenance is due: 11/11/25