Work Stations; How To Get Started - MIRKA LEROS Operating Instructions Manual

* The values stated in the table are derived from laboratory testing in conformity with stated codes and standards and
are not sufficient for risk evaluation . Values measured in a particular work place may be higher than the declared
values . The actual exposure values and amount of risk or harm experienced by an individual are unique to each
situation and depend upon the surrounding environment, the way in which the individual works, the particular
material being worked, work station design and the user's exposure time and physical condition . Mirka Ltd accepts
no responsibility for the consequences of using declared values instead of actual exposure values for any individual
risk assessment .
Further occupational health and safety information can be obtained from the following websites:
https://osha .europa .eu/en (Europe) or http://www .osha .gov (USA)
Proper use of tool
This sander is designed for sanding plaster, paint, wood, plastics, etc . using abrasives designed for this purpose . Do not
use this sander for any other purpose than that specified without consulting the manufacturer or the manufacturer's
authorized supplier . Do not use backing pads that have a working speed less than 8,000 rpm free speed . The cooling
air vents on the tool must be kept clean and free of blockages to ensure air circulation . Any maintenance or repair work
requiring the tool to be opened may only be carried out by an authorized service center .

Work stations

The tool is intended to be operated as a hand-held tool . It is always recommended that the tool should be used when
standing on a solid floor . It can be used in any position but before any such use, the operator must be in a secure
position have a firm grip and footing, and be aware that the sander can develop a torque reaction . See the section
"Operating Instructions" .

How to get started

When unpacking the tool, make sure it is intact, complete and has not been damaged in transport . Never use a
damaged tool .
Before use, check that the backing pad is correctly mounted and tightened . Connect the power cord to the sander .
Connect the power cord to a grounded outlet (100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz) .
In order to get the maximum performance from this tool it is recommended to use it with a Mirka dust extractor and
Mirka Net Sanding products .
The power cord from the sander is connected to the mains supply on the front of the dust extractor . By connecting
the sander's power cord to the outlet on the dust extractor it is possible to use the dust extractor's autostart function .
Operating instructions
• The tool is intended to be operated as a hand-held tool . The tool can be used in any position . Note! The sander can
develop a torque reaction when started .
• Make sure the sander is switched off . Select a suitable abrasive and secure it to the backing pad . Make sure the
abrasive is centered on the backing pad . For optimal performance we recommend a Mirka backing pad and Mirka
Net Sanding product .
• Switching on, changing speed and stopping the sander are described in Figures 2 and 3 .
• The max rpm can be adjusted by pressing rpm+ or rpm–, Figure 3 . The rpm can be adjusted in the range 4,000 to
8,000 rpm .
• When sanding, always place the tool on the work surface before starting the tool . Always remove the tool from the
work surface before stopping it . This will prevent gouging of the work surface due to excess speed of the abrasive .
• It is strongly recommended that the tool is used in combination with a Mirka Dust Extractor .
Mirka® LEROS Random Orbital Sander • 225 mm (9") • 100–240 V & 110 V
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