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GUILD
260W 1/3 Sheet Sander
Instruction Manual
Important
- Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your Guild 1/3 sheet sander
These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your Guild
1/3 sheet sander, ensuring it remains safe to operate.
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline on 0333 3201989
After Sales Support
UK/Ireland 0333 3201989
Help@guildpowertools.co.uk
PFS260GH

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  • Page 1 Help@guildpowertools.co.uk Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your Guild 1/3 sheet sander These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your Guild 1/3 sheet sander, ensuring it remains safe to operate.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Information.....................3 In The Box........................6 Accessories........................6 Operating Instructions....................7 Working Hints For Your 1/3 Sheet Sander..............11 Maintenance......................11 Trouble Shooting......................12 Technical Data......................12 Environmental Protection..................13 Guarantee........................14 Declaration of Conformity..................14 Plug Replacement (Uk & Ireland Only)..............15 Customer Helpline 0333 3201989...
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Warning Symbols The following warning symbols appear throughout this assembly manual and indicate the appropriate safety measures you should take when assembling and operating the 1/3 sheet sander. To reduce the risk of injury, Please read the instruction manual Warning Wear ear protection...
  • Page 4 Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly General Power Tool Safety Warnings WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
  • Page 5 Safety Information Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly General Power Tool Safety Warnings d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. e) Do not overreach.
  • Page 6: In The Box

    In The Box Parts Variable speed control Dust outlet Hand grip area Sanding paper clamp On/off switch Aluminium base plate Cyclone Dust box Accessories Cyclone Box Sanding paper (2x80 grit & 2x100 grit) Customer Helpline 0333 3201989...
  • Page 7: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions NOTE: Before using the tool, read the instruction book carefully. Intended Use This tool is intended for dry sanding of wood, plastic, filler and coated surfaces. 1. FITTING THE SANDING PAPER SANDING PAPER WITH HOOK & LOOP SYSTEM FIT THE SANDING PAPER (SEE FIG A) The sanding papers are placed directly onto the base plate.
  • Page 8 Operating Instructions SANDING PAPER WITHOUT HOOK & LOOP SYSTEM (SEE FIG B , C , D) FIT THE SANDING PAPER Fit the sanding paper over the base. Make sure the sanding paper is even with the edges and that the dust collection holes in the base and sanding paper is aligned and that the sanding paper is taut on the base.
  • Page 9 Operating Instructions 2. USING THE CYCLONIC DUST BOX A) ATTACH THE CYCLONIC DUST BOX (SEE FIG E1) Your sander is equipped with a cyclonic dust box. To attach, slide the box onto the outlet piece and take care that the latching lever engages. Caution: To prevent the possibility of sanding dust or foreign body being thrown into your face or eyes, never attempt to use your sander without the dust box properly installed.
  • Page 10 Operating Instructions 4. VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL (SEE FIG G) With the variable speed control (1), the required speed can be selected (also while running). The required speed is dependent on the material and is to be determined by a practical trial.
  • Page 11: Working Hints For Your 1/3 Sheet Sander

    Operating Instructions Coarse grit will remove the most material and finer grit will give you the best finish in all sanding operations. The condition of the surface to be sanded will determine which grit will do the job. If the surface is rough: Start with coarse grit (sold separately) and sand until the surface is uniform.
  • Page 12: Trouble Shooting

    Trouble Shooting 1. If your sander will not operate, check the power at the mains plug. 2. If the sander does not abrade surface, checking the sanding paper. If the sanding paper has been worn, replace the new paper and try again. The paper must be kept in a dry place, if it is allowed to become damp, the abrasive particles will lose their adhesion to the backing paper and will not abrade.
  • Page 13: Environmental Protection

    Technical Data dependant on the following examples and other variations on how the tool is used: The tool being in good condition and well maintained. The use the correct accessory for the tool and ensuring it is sharp and in good condition. The tightness of the grip on the handles and if any anti vibration accessories are used.
  • Page 14: Guarantee

    Your statutory rights remain unaffected. Issue1 08/2015 Declaration of Conformity This Guild 260W 1/3 Sheet Sander model number PFS260GH fully complies with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/ EC(before 2016/04/20) and 2014/30/EC(since 2016/04/20), RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and...
  • Page 15: Plug Replacement (Uk & Ireland Only)

    Plug Replacement (Uk & Ireland Only) If you need to replace the fitted plug then follow the instructions below. IMPORTANT The wires in the mains lead are colored in accordance with the following code: Blue – Neutral Brown – Live As the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.

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