904374- 06-26-02.qxd 7/11/02 WARNING: SOME DUST CREATED BY POWER SANDING, SAWING, GRINDING, DRILLING, AND OTHER CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: · lead from lead-based paints, ·...
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904374- 06-26-02.qxd 7/11/02 Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is OFF before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch ON invites accidents.
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If you have questions relative to its application DO NOT use the tool until you have written Porter-Cable and we have advised you. SYMBOL ... volts ...
When servicing use only identical replacement parts. 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.
904374- 06-26-02.qxd 7/11/02 ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR PAINT REMOVAL WARNING: Extreme care should be taken when removing paint. The peelings, residue, and vapors of paint may contain lead, which is poisonous. Exposure to even low levels of lead can cause irreversible brain and nervous system damage; young and unborn children are particularly vulnerable.
The Sander provides a superior finish, and is faster than conventional finishing methods for both new construction and renovation work. Clean-up time for Model 7800 is minimized by the use of an external vacuum cleaner attached to the sander.
Install the three “hook & loop” type straps to prevent tangling of the Sander cord and the vacuum hose. Lay the cord and the vacuum hose out parallel to each other. Place a strap approximately two feet from each end and place the third strap halfway between the other two.
To stop the Sander: press the top (OFF) end of the switch. SPEED CONTROL The Model 7800 Drywall Sander is equipped with a variable speed control. The speed is adjusted by turning the control knob (B) Fig. 4. The control knob is numbered “1”...
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WALL Fig. 6 Turn the vacuum cleaner switch “ON”. (Model 7800 only). CAUTION: Wear a respirator approved by NIOSH for “Dust and Mist”. Turn Drywall Sander switch “ON”.
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904374- 06-26-02.qxd 7/11/02 Keep the Sander in constant motion while the abrasive pad is in contact with the work surface. Use a steady, sweeping motion. Stopping the Sander on the work, or moving the Sander erratically can cause unacceptable swirl marks and unevenness in the work surface.
Fig. 10 TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE Keep the Drywall Sander dry during transport and storage. Do not allow anything to press against the abrasive pad. The pad might deform, causing it to sand unevenly. If the pad cannot be protected during transport or storage: remove the abrasive pad and store it separately.
In any communications, please give all information shown on the nameplate of your tool (model number, type, serial number, etc.). A complete line of accessories is available from your Porter-Cable • Delta Supplier, Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Centers, and Porter-Cable Authorized Service Stations.
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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.
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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 •...