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Porter-Cable 7401 Instruction Manual

7" disc sander, 7" polisher
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892459 - 11-30-00.QXD
Instruction
manual
To learn more about Porter-Cable
visit our website at:
http://www.porter-cable.com
Copyright © 2000 Porter-Cable Corporation
2/25/02
8:23 AM
Page 1
Double Insulated
7" Disc Sander
7" Polisher
Please make certain that the person who is
to use this equipment carefully reads and
understands these instructions before
starting operations.
The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the main
housing of the tool. Record these numbers in the
spaces below and retain for future reference.
Model No. ______________________________________
Type ___________________________________________
Serial No. _______________________________________
ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 13
FRANÇAISE : PAGE 27
MODEL 7401
7" Polisher
MODEL 7402
7" Disc Sander
IMPORTANT
Part No. 892459-0011

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  • Page 1 892459 - 11-30-00.QXD 2/25/02 Instruction manual To learn more about Porter-Cable visit our website at: http://www.porter-cable.com Copyright © 2000 Porter-Cable Corporation 8:23 AM Page 1 ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 13 FRANÇAISE : PAGE 27 Double Insulated 7" Disc Sander 7" Polisher MODEL 7402 7"...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. Porter-Cable strongly recommends that this tool NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the tool until you have written Porter- Cable and we have advised you.

  • Page 3: Replacement Parts

    892459 - 11-30-00.QXD 2/25/02 DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Loose clothing, draw strings and jewelry can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. USE SAFETY GLASSES.

  • Page 4: Additional Safety Rules For Paint Removal

    RATED SPEED EXCEEDS THAT INDICATED ON THE TOOL SPECIFICATION PLATE. DO NOT install a grinding wheel on a sander or polisher. Grinding wheels are hazardous if used without proper guarding. USE PROPER SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Wear safety goggles to protect your eyes and wear a protective mask to minimize breathing in the fine dust created while sanding.

  • Page 5: Extension Cord Selection

    MOTOR Many Porter-Cable tools will operate on either D.C., or single phase 25 to 60 cycle A.C. current and voltage within plus or minus 5 percent of that shown on the specification plate on the tool. Several models, however, are designed for A.C.

  • Page 6: Auxiliary Handle

    892459 - 11-30-00.QXD 2/25/02 THE BASIC MACHINES AUXILIARY HANDLE An Auxiliary Handle is supplied with this tool and can be mounted on either side of the gear housing. This handle should be used to give complete control of the machine. Assemble handle to machine as follows: CAUTION: DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE.

  • Page 7: Variable Speed

    #1 provides the slowest operating speed (see chart) and position #6 the fastest. Speed may be changed while motor is running or while it is stopped. Model 7401 7402 8:23 AM Page 7 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 Low Speed...

  • Page 8: Spindle Lock

    Fig. 5 THE DISC SANDER TO INSTALL SANDING DISC The Porter-Cable sander has a wrenchless type backup pad and locknut. No wrenches are required to install or remove sanding disc. CAUTION: DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE. Depress spindle lock pin (see Fig. 6) and rotate back-up pad clockwise onto spindle until it seats.
  • Page 9 Move sander in long sweeping overlapping strokes as you go back and forth. Do not move sander in a circular motion or stay in one spot too long as this will produce swirls and an uneven finish. The weight of the sander applies sufficient pressure for fast stock removal.
  • Page 10 892459 - 11-30-00.QXD 2/25/02 TO REMOVE: DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE, grasp edge of the buffing pad (or compounding pad) and “peel” away from back- up pad, engage spindle lock pin and rotate back-up pad counterclockwise to remove. USING POLISHER If item to be polished is light enough to be moved by the rotating polishing pad, it should be securely anchored to prevent possible bodily injury.

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    BRUSH INSPECTION AND LUBRICATION At approximately 100 hours of use, take or send your tool to your nearest Authorized Porter-Cable Service Station to be thoroughly cleaned and inspected; worn parts replaced, when necessary; relubricated with fresh lubricant, if required; reassembled with new brushes; and performance tested.
  • Page 12 PORTER-CABLE LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Porter-Cable warrants its Professional Power Tools for a period of one year from the date of original purchase. We will repair or replace at our option, any part or parts of the product and accessories covered under this warranty which, after examination, proves to be defective in workmanship or material during the warranty period.
  • Page 13 Porter-Cable • Delta products should be obtained by contacting any Porter-Cable • Delta Distributor, Authorized Service Center, or Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Center. If you do not have access to any of these, call 888-848-5175 and you will be directed to the nearest Porter-Cable •Delta Factory Service Center.

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