GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. The important precautions, safeguards and instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible situations. It must be understood that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into the product.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS EYE, EAR & LUNG PROTECTION – cont’d WEAR A DUST MASK THAT IS DESIGNED TO BE USED WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL IN A DUSTY ENVIRONMENT. WARNING: Dust that is created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities may contain chemicals that are known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other genetic abnormalities.
POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNING: Read all safety warnings and When operating a power tool outdoors, use all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. and instructions may result in electric shock, fire Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces and/or serious injury.
POWER TOOL SAFETY PERSONAL SAFETY – cont’d Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing edges are less likely to bind and are easier to or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and control.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Secure the workpiece. Use clamps or a vice to WARNING: Know your sander. Do not hold the work when practical. It is safer than plug in the sander until you have read and using your hand and it frees both hands to understand this Instruction Manual.
EXTENSION CORD SAFETY WARNING: Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so it will not get caught on the workpiece, tools or any other obstructions while you are working with the power tool. Make sure any extension cord used with this tool is in good condition.
SYMBOLS WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the sander. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer operation of this tool. Direct current Volts Amperes No load speed Alternating or direct Hertz current...
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTALLING SANDPAPER WARNING: Unplug the sander from the power source before installing or changing sandpaper. Lift upward and outward on the sandpaper clamp arms (1) located at each side of the sander base (2) (Fig. 1). This will release Fig.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING LOCK-ON BUTTON SANDPAPER SELECTION Your sander is equipped with a lock-on feature, Selecting the correct grit and type of sandpaper which is convenient when continuously sanding is extremely important in achieving a high for extended periods of time is required (Fig. 6). quality sanded finish.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING SANDING – cont’d CLEANING THE DUST BOX Upon completion of the sanding operation, turn The dust box will collect much of the sanding sander OFF by squeezing and releasing the dust that is generated during sanding switch trigger. Wait until the sanding disc comes operations.
MAINTENANCE GENERAL It has been found that electric tools are subjected to accelerated wear and possible premature failure when they are used on WARNING: When servicing, use only fiberglass boats and sports cars, wallboard, identical replacement parts. The use of any spackling compounds or plaster.
PARTS LIST WARNING: When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the sander. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this sander may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician.
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