"Airy R. Bean" wrote:

I was given a B&Q sander/linisher in my Xmas Stocking.

However, the accompanying instructions are remarkable
by their paucity.

Behind the vertical part of the linisher belt is an adjustable
metal plate which is presumably to prevent the belt from
distending under the applied pressure while linishing.

My question is, how close to the belt should the plate be
when setting up? Presumably there should be a small gap
so that the belt will not rub on it and so wear when free running?

All the ones I have used over the years, have had the platen right up
in contact with the belt.

In use it becomes very well polished and is not a signifigant friction
load.

Cheers
Trevor Jones