Flatmaster or Drum Sander - How do I change the depth of cut

Flatmaster or Drum Sander - How do I change the depth of cut?

When you want to change the depth of cut of your sander, it's as simple as changing the grit. If you want to cut more, put on a coarser grit. If you want to cut less, put on a finer grit. The grits available range from 60-1500g.


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