Switching The Machine On And Off; Operation - Westfalia 88 51 25 Original Instruction Manual

Switching the Machine ON and OFF

1. To switch on the machine, depress the ON/OFF trigger (3).
2. If the machine is required to run for an extended period, push the lock
button (2) on the handgrip, while holding the ON/OFF trigger in the "ON"
position.
3. To switch off the machine, press the ON/OFF trigger again. The lock
switch moves back. Now release the ON/OFF trigger.
After switching off and before putting down the machine, allow the motor come
to a complete standstill!

Operation

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Always hold the machine with both hands, gripping each of the two sepa-
rate handgrips.
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First switch on the machine before placing the sanding belt onto the work-
ing surface. Move the belt sander at moderate speed and work in parallel,
overlapping tracks. Work along the fibers to avoid ripping the surface.
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Allow the sander to run up to full speed and place the sanding belt on the
surface you intend to sand.
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Do not apply excessive pressure. Allow the sanding paper to do the job.
The weight of the machine is sufficient for good results. In addition you re-
duce the wear of the belt and provide a smoother surface.
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Never sand magnetic objects!
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To ensure efficient dust removal, empty the dust collection box in regular
intervals.
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Never remove sanding dust from the working surface by hand. Always use
a tool appropriate for this purpose, such as a hand-brush, cloth or brush,
depending on the material and the coarseness of the sanding dust.
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Grinding progress and surface quality are determined by the speed and
grain of the belt.
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Worn or damaged belts may damage the work piece. Always change belts
in due time.
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Always hang belts to store them, kinks make the belts unusable.
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