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- Page 1 MANUAL Alpha Wet Electric ® Portable Polisher Instruction Manual Part No: AWP-158 / AWP-214 / AWP-216 / AWP-21C VERSION 3 103 Bauer Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436 • 800-648-7229 • Fax: 800-286-0114 www.alpha-tools.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Introduction ........................ 3 About Symbols ....................3 Safety Instructions ....................3 For Safe Operation ....................3 Additional Precautions for Using the AWP-158 ............6 About Double Installation ................... 7 Preparation Before Operation ................8 Laws and Regulations of Noise Levels ............. 8 AWP-158 Overview .................... -
Page 3: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Alpha Wet Polisher. Please read this instruction manual ® thoroughly to ensure safety and correct use of the polisher. Keep this manual in a place where operators can access it easily whenever necessary. ABOUT THE SYMBOLS According t o t he h azard l evel, a ll s afety n otes i n t his m anual a re c lassified i nto “... -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
CAUTION! The following are important notes for products, operation, and maintenance applicable to this polisher. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all these instructions before attempting to operate this product. Save these instructions in a safe place for future reference. Warning: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following. - Page 5 11. Secure workpiece Use clamps or a vise to hold workpiece rather than using your hands. 12. Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times. 13. Maintain tools with care Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
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Page 6: Additional Precautions For Using The Awp-158
Failure to do so may cause an injury due to high impact at initial start up. 4. Stop using the polisher immediately when noticing any malfunctions or any suspicious abnormal noises. Turn the power switch OFF and contact your dealer or Alpha Professional Tools for repair. 5. Handle the polisher with care. If you accidentally drop the polisher, do not use it until checking that it is not cracked, deformed, or damaged in any way. -
Page 7: About Double Installation
WARNING! 10. Attach the backer pad and polishing disc correctly by following the procedure in this instruction manual. Attaching the polishing discs incorrectly may cause an accident. 11. Observe any suspicious abnormal noises when a polishing disc is attached for the first time and polisher is turned ON. -
Page 8: Preparation Before Operation
PREPARATION BEFORE OPERATION 1. GFCI Information. – Since the Alpha Wet Polisher is designed with double insulation, an in-line GFCI is ® provided as a standard accessory. For your safety and to prevent possible electric shocks, it is strongly advised to test the GFCI on a regular basis. Note: The GFCI must be used for your safety when this polisher is used anywhere in a damp environment, when used with water, or when it is used on metal plates, steel frames or platens. -
Page 9: Awp-158 Overview
AWP-158 OVERVIEW Handle A Power Switch (C-Handle) Flat Polishing Caster Polishing Disc Rubber Guard SPECIFICATIONS Working Power Supply ..........Single-phase AC, 50/60 Hz Voltage ................110V / 220V Amperage ..............7.8A / 3.8A Wattage ................800W Motor ................Single-phase No Load ................. 3,000 R.P.M. -
Page 10: Standard Accessories
STANDARD ACCESSORIES Flat Polishing Center Side Handle Carbon Brushes GFCI Rubber Guard Wrenches Hose Fitting C-Handle BEFORE USE DANGER! Before using the polisher, check the following items. In particular, check items 1 to 5 before plugging the power supply cord into the power outlet. 1. -
Page 11: Preparation And Inspection
– Check if you have a specified backer pad and polishing discs. – Never use cracked, chipped, or any damaged backer pads or polishing discs. – Follow the procedures specified in the instruction manual to properly attach applicable accessories. 5. Check the power outlet. – When the plug of the power supply cord is easily pulled out of the power outlet, the outlet should be replaced. - Page 12 Remove the wrench. Figure-2 d) Center and attach the polishing disc onto the backer pad by securely pressing onto the attachment. e) Cut rubber guard according to your needs. Note: If using the Alpha Twistouch Turbo system for flat area ® applications together with the flat polishing caster, a “SPACER RING” may be needed to be placed between the spindle of AWP and Twistouch Adapter to level the height of the Twistouch Turbo abrasives with the flat polishing caster.)
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Page 13: Removal Procedures
Repeat the attachment procedures in reverse order. About the applicable optional accessories The AWP-158 is equipped with 5/8”-11 spindle thread. Therefore, it can be equipped with a multitude of optional accessories as recommended below. 1. Alpha Rubber or Rigid Backer Pads for Alpha Ceramica Flexible Diamond ® ® Discs or Alpha Sand Paper 2. - Page 14 DANGER! 1. During operation, be sure to wear personal safety equipment. If you accidentally drop the polisher, do not use the polisher until checking that it is not cracked, deformed, or damaged. Check the polishing disc as well. Before plugging the power supply cord into the power outlet, make sure the switch is turned OFF.
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Page 15: Maintenance And Inspection
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER: A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) is mounted at the end of power supply cord. The GFCI goes OFF when water enters inside the tool’s housing preventing the operator from electric shocks. DANGER! Reset When the GFCI goes OFF, the Reset button pops up. This is the result of water entering the polisher housing. Turn OFF the power switch and blow dry air inside the motor cover through Test the air vents. Press the GFCI Reset button. The polisher is ready to start working after the reset button is pressed down. (Figure-6) Figure-6 WARNING! -
Page 16: How To Replace Carbon Brushes
• Keep the carbon brush clean, so it can slide freely in its brush holder. CAUTION! HOW TO REPLACE CARBON BRUSHES When replacing used carbon brushes with new ones, be sure to use only Alpha ® genuine carbon brushes. 1. Disassemble. -
Page 17: Services And Warranty Information
® for authorized repairs. LOANER PROGRAM Loaner tools can be issued to temporarily replace a tool that is being returned to Alpha ® for repair. If more than one tool is being returned for repair, the number of loaner tools provided will be based on availability. -
Page 18: Awp-158 Schematic
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Page 19: Awp-158 Parts List
Sealing Ring 48x1.2 AWP-17 Spring Washer 25mm OD AWP-18 Crown Wheel AWP-19 Water Line Clip AWP-20 Bushing Brass 13mm OD AWP-21 Handle (C-Shape) for AWP-158 AWP-22 Screw M8x4 AWP-23 Self-Tapping Screw 3.9x30 AWP-24 Screw M8x16 AWP-25 Center Water Feed Tube AWP-26... - Page 20 Compression Ring AWP-45 Pipe Adapter AWP-46 Gasket AWP-47 Self-Tapping Screw 3.9x60 AWP-48 26mm Stop Spanner AWP-49 Motor Case With Brush Holders AWP-50 Sealing Ring 61x1.2 AWP-51 Cover AWP-52 Water Line Mounting Plate AWP-53 Self-Tapping Screw 3.9X20 AWP-54 Water Valve (for AWP-158)
- Page 21 AWP-67 Switch AWP-68 Strain Relief AWP-69 Flat Polishing Caster AWP-71 Nut M4 AWP-72 Screw M4x6 133229 Water Hose 8mm ODx10ft (3m) AWP-74 Hose Coupling AWP-75 Gasket 24x14x3 AWP-76 BMC (Blow Mold Case) for AWP-158 AWP-77A GFCI - 110V AWP-77B GFCI - 220V AWP-78 Wrench 14mm...
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Page 22: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
® workmanship for a period of 180 days from the date of original retail purchase (proof of purchase required). If Alpha Professional Tools receives notice of such defects ® during the warranty period, our obligation assumed under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of parts, without charge. -
Page 23: Product Registration Card
Telephone: ___________________________________________________ Purchase Date: _______________________________________________ Dealer’s Name: _________________________________ Note: Serial & Model Number must be included for proper registration. (800) 648-7229 Register online at: www.alpha-tools.com/productregistration.aspx Mail or Fax to: Alpha Professional Tools ® 103 Bauer Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436 Fax: 800-286-0114... - Page 24 103 Bauer Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436 • 800-648-7229 • Fax: 800-286-0114 www.alpha-tools.com Copyright © 2012 Alpha Professional Tools. All rights reserved. 9/11/12...
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