Instructions For Use - Flex GE 5 Original Operating Instructions

GE 5/GE 5 R/GSE 5/GSE 5 R

Instructions for use

Before switching on the power tool
Unpack power tool and accessories
and check that no parts are missing
or damaged.
Connecting the extractor
Connect extraction hose to the 32 mm

connector.
NOTE
The connection piece of the GE 5/GE 5 R/
GSE 5/GSE 5 R is a new development.If
electric power tools are used with
conventional connection pieces together
with the extraction hose of the GE 5/GE 5 R/
GSE 5/GSE 5 R, an adapter from the FLEX
accessories programme can be used.
Using a dust extraction system
CAUTION!
When using the wall sander, connect
–
a Class M dust extractor.
If a dust bag is used which is not autho-
–
rised for use with dry construction dust,
the amount of dust particles in the air
may increase at the work place.
Over a prolonged period high concentra-
tions of dust in the air may damage
the human respiratory system.
Insert the special dust bag for dry con-

struction dust into your dust extractor
according to the instructions supplied
with the dust extractor.
Connect extraction hose to the dust

extraction system. Follow the operating
instructions for the dust extraction sys-
tem! Check the attachment!
If required, use an appropriate adapter.
NOTE
If your dust extractor requires a special
connector, the clip-on connection can
be removed and a matching adapter selec-
ted from the FLEX accessories range.
Attaching and changing the sanding
tools
CAUTION!
Before performing any work on the electric
power tool, pull out the mains plug.
Remove worn sanding tool from

the Velcro pad.
Place the sanding sheet in the centre

of the Velcro pad and press on.
Conduct a test run to check that the san-

ding tool is clamped in the centre.
CAUTION!
Never use the Velcro pad as a sanding tool.
Never use the wall sander without the san-
ding sheet, otherwise the work surface will
be seriously damaged!
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