Eastwood 32489 Instructions Manual

Eastwood 32489 Instructions Manual

Variable speed 6" orbital buffer/polisher

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Part #32489
VARIABLE SPEED 6" ORBITAL
BUFFER/POLISHER
INSTRUCTIONS

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  • Page 1 Part #32489 VARIABLE SPEED 6" ORBITAL BUFFER/POLISHER INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 2: Specifications

    The EASTWOOD VARIABLE SPEED 6" ORBITAL BUFFER/POLISHER is built to high quality standards to provide long life and smooth operation to serve the demands of the avid hobbyist and seasoned professional alike. Compact and well balanced for fatigue free use with a choice of handle types for maximum user comfort.
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com...
  • Page 4: Electrical Safety

    Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust-related hazards. Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.343.9353 >> tech@eastwood.com...
  • Page 5: Additional Safety Information

    • Never operate or store Sander/Polisher in damp or wet conditions. • Plug into a minimum 15 amp properly grounded circuit. If using an extension cord, it must be AWG 14 or greater, no longer than 25’. To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com...
  • Page 6: Health Hazards

    • Always make sure the workpiece being buffed/polished is securely clamped or anchored to allow two handed operation of the tool. Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.343.9353 >> tech@eastwood.com...
  • Page 7 Pad, Sanding Disc etc.) for the job. • Plug into a minimum 15-amp circuit. FIG. 4 If using an extension cord, it must be AWG 14 or greater, no longer than 25’. To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com...
  • Page 8 As a result, the following figures are only approximate: 1 = 2000 RPM 2 = 2700 RPM 3 = 3500 RPM 4 = 4800 RPM 5 = 5900 RPM 6 = 6400RPM Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.343.9353 >> tech@eastwood.com...
  • Page 9 (5-6 on Eastwood Buffer Dial) - Removing light surface rust. P320 to P600 Grit - Removing old paint finish. 4000 to 5000 RPM - Finish shaping body filler. (4-5 on Eastwood Buffer Dial) To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com...
  • Page 10 NOTE: Always start with the mildest pad and polish combination that will do the job and work toward the next mildest combination to achieve the best results with minimum work. The chart at right will help determine the proper product combination for specific paint conditions: Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.343.9353 >> tech@eastwood.com...
  • Page 11 • Generally, when the compound dries and disappears, stop the machine, wipe the residue off with a clean microfiber cloth and check your progress. Be sure to follow the buffing compound manufacturer’s bottle instructions. To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com...
  • Page 12 Phillips screwdriver (FIGS 8 & 9). • Remove the Motor End Housing by removing two additional Phillips screws FIG. 9 adjacent to the Speed Control Wheel (FIGS 10 & 11). FIG. 10 FIG. 11 Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.343.9353 >> tech@eastwood.com...
  • Page 13 • Repeat above procedure for opposite brush. • Replace the Motor End Housing and the Motor Vent Panels and tighten screws. To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com...
  • Page 14 NOTES Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.343.9353 >> tech@eastwood.com...
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    Work only on 12:00 to 3:00 quadrant of pad Overheats Sanding Pad at a 10°-15° angle. being applied to surface Dirt and debris buildup in Use a brush or compressed air to remove motor cooling debris. air slot To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com...
  • Page 16: Additional Items

    Microfiber Towel Set If you have any questions about the use of this product, please contact The Eastwood Technical Assistance Service Department: 800.343.9353 >> email: tech@eastwood.com PDF version of this manual is available at eastwood.com The Eastwood Company 263 Shoemaker Road, Pottstown, PA 19464, USA 800.343.9353 eastwood.com...

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