Craftsman 320.39596 Operator's Manual page 17

SANDING
This sander can be used for sanding operations on materials such as wood,
plastic, metal and painted surfaces. Do not use the sander for wet sanding.
_, WARNING: Finish sanding can produce clouds of fine sanding dust that
could ignite in the presence of sparks or an open flame. To avoid injury, always
use your sander in a well-ventilated area, away from sparks and flames.
_, WARNING: Before sanding, make sure that the sanding belt is securely
installed in place.
1. Secure the workpiece with clamps or other means to keep it from moving
while sanding.
2. Do not force the tool. Excessive pressure will overload the motor, causing
possible damage from motor overheating, and can result in inferior work.
NOTICE: Check to make sure that the red pressure control indicator Bight
never illuminates.
3. Do not allow sanding on one spot too long, as the sander's rapid action may
remove too much material and make the surface uneven.
4. Hold the sander with both
hands firmly on the
handles (Fig. 10).
5. Start the sander while it is
off the work surface to avoid
gouging.
6. Gradually lower the sander
onto the workpiece with a
slight forward movement.
Move it slowly, using forward
and backward strokes.
Fig. 10
7. When you stop, lift the sander
from the surface before stopping the tool.
NOTICE: Never start or stop the sander with the sanding belt in contact with the
work surface.
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