Instructions For Use; Operating Instructions; Maintenance And Care - Flex GE 5 Original Operating Instructions

GE 5/GE 5 R
CAUTION!
The rotating parts of the sanding head must
not come into contact with sharp projecting
objects (e.g. nails, screws, junction boxes).
The Velcro pad may be damaged if it comes
into contact with projecting objects.
The Velcro pad can be replaced if it
is damaged or severely abraded (see
section entitled "Maintenance and care").

Operating instructions

Brush ring
A brush-type ring surrounds the sanding
head. This ring has two functions:
– As the ring projects above the surface
of the sanding plate, it is the ring which
comes into contact with the work surface
first. As a result, the sanding head
is brought parallel to the work surface
before the sanding tool comes into
contact with the work surface.
This avoids a sickle-shaped depression
caused by the edge of the sanding disc.
– The ring also retains the dust until
it is extracted by the dust extractor.
If the brush ring is damaged or shows
excessive wear, it should be replaced
(see section entitled "Maintenance and
care"). Replacement brush rings are availa-
ble from any FLEX customer service centre.
Sanding in dry construction
The wall sander features a unique swivel
head. As this head can swivel in different
directions, the sanding head can
be adjusted to the work surface.
As a result, the user can sand the upper,
middle and lower wall areas or ceiling pro-
files without having to change his position.
When working, apply only as much pressure
as is required to keep the sanding plate
in contact with the work surface. Excessive
pressure may result in a disagreeable spiral
pattern of scratches and an uneven work
surface.
Move the sander constantly while the san-
ding plate is in contact with the work sur-
face. In doing so, ensure that you move
the sander evenly and over a wide area.
If you stop the sander on the work surface
or move the sander unevenly, this may
result in a disagreeable spiral pattern
of scratches and an uneven work surface.
NOTE
The wall sander features an overload cut-
out for protecting the device.
If the load is too great, the device switches
off and immediately restarts.

Maintenance and care

WARNING!
Before performing any work, pull out
the mains plug.
Cleaning
WARNING!
Do not use water or liquid detergents.
Regularly blow out the housing interior

and motor with dry compressed air.
Blow out the sanding head and gimbal

bearing with dry compressed air.
Replacing Velcro or backing pad
Take hold of the sanding plate together

with the sanding head to prevent
the sanding plate from turning.
Turn the screw in an anti-clockwise

direction and remove.
Disassemble the sanding head.
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