Storage; Disposal; Troubleshooting - GMC ROS150CF Manual

2. Use a small slotted screwdriver to unscrew the
brush caps
3. Remove the carbon brush assemblies
4. Insert the new brush assemblies and replace the
brush cap, tightening it with a screwdriver
5. Replace the Removable Side Clips
Note: After replacing the brushes, you may notice
sparking and a smell of burning when the tool is
first used. This is not a hazard. The excessive
sparking and the burning smell should subside as
the new brushes bed in.

Troubleshooting

Problem
No function when On/Off Switch (3) is operated
Slow material removal
Scratches on workpiece after sanding
Burn marks on workpiece
Excessive dust emission
If the above troubleshooting solutions fail, contact your dealer or an authorised Silverline service centre.

Storage

• Store this tool and its accessories after use in its case, in a dry, secure place out of the
reach of children

Disposal

Always adhere to national regulations when disposing of power tools that are no longer
functional and are not viable for repair.
• Do not dispose of power tools, or other waste electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE), with household waste
• Contact your local waste disposal authority for information on the correct way to dispose
of power tools
Possible cause
No power
Defective On/Off Switch
Sanding sheet too fine or worn
Tool speed set too low
Sanding sheet too coarse
Not enough material removed
Sanding sheet incompatible with material
Tool speed set too high
Too much pressure exerted on to the sander
Dust extraction not working; sanding sheet not aligned with
dust extraction holes in the Sanding Base (8); extraction
holes blocked
Dust Canister (7) full
Dust Canister insufficient for the task at hand
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Solution
Check if Power GLO Indicator (6) is illuminated; check
power supply
Have the On/Off Switch replaced by an authorised GMC
service centre
Fit new sanding sheet with coarser grit
Increase tool speed
Fit new sanding sheet with finer grit
Continue sandingz
Fit correct sanding sheet
Decrease tool speed
Use less pressure whilst moving the machine
Realign sanding sheet; unblock dust extraction holes
Empty Dust Canister
Connect a vacuum dust extraction system
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