I had an “incident” in my garage and my bags of garnet got moist. What is the best way to dry the abrasive out? I have a kiln I can use, but what temps and time do I set it for?
Thanks
I had the same problem with wet garnet in my WAZER Pro, especially with moisture causing clogs in the abrasive feeder.
I solved the problem by purchasing a dehydrator and a 5-gallon stainless steel pail. I empty one bag of garnet into the stainless steel pail and place it in the dehydrator at 190°F for 24 hours.
The next day, the garnet is completely dry. I transfer it into a 5-gallon plastic pail and seal it with an airtight lid until I’m ready to use it.
Since I’ve been doing this, I haven’t had any more moisture-related problems or feeder clogs.
I also recommend pulling the garnet bin out and away from its normal enclosed position while cutting. Water always seems to find its way into the bin, creating moisture problems all over again. In addition to pulling the bin out, I loosely cover it with plastic to prevent water from splashing into it through the lid, which isn’t completely sealed. Just make sure the plastic doesn’t obstruct the abrasive feed or any moving components.
Before making these changes, wet garnet was a constant hassle. Between drying the garnet, storing it in sealed containers, and protecting the bin from water during cutting, I’ve virtually eliminated the problem.
These simple changes have made a significant difference in keeping my WAZER Pro running reliably without abrasive feeder clogs.