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5” (12.7 CM) RANDOM ORBIT SANDER 054-2440-2 IMPORTANT: INSTRUCTION Read and understand this instruction manual thoroughly MANUAL before using the product.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Technical Specifications Safety Guidelines Key Parts Diagram Operating Instructions Maintenance Troubleshooting Parts List Warranty NOTE: If any parts are missing or damaged, or if you have any questions, please call our toll-free helpline at 1-800-689-9928. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS •...
SAFETY GUIDELINES: WARNING! Safety symbols in this Instruction Manual are used to flag possible dangers. The safety symbols and their explanations require your full understanding. The safety warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger, nor are they substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
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054-2440-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 ELECTRICAL SAFETY • Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
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POWER TOOL USE AND CARE • Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. • Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
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054-2440-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 • Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130°C (265°F) may cause explosion. • Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions.
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Attach the dust canister to the tool and empty it frequently. Do not throw sanding dust on an open fire, because materials in fine particle form may be explosive. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the charger and battery, use only the Mastercraft batteries and chargers listed. ® BATTERY PACK...
TO ATTACH THE BATTERY PACK (fig 1) fig 1 1. Make sure that the sander is switched off. 2. Align the raised rib on the battery pack with the grooves on the sander, and then slide the battery pack onto the sander. TO REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK (fig 1) Battery-release button...
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054-2440-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 INSTALL THE MICROFILTER DUST fig 3 CANISTER (fig 3) Microfilter dust canister Your sander is supplied with a dust canister to help you keep the working area clean. The dust canister is ideal for smaller jobs.
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CLEAN AND EMPTY THE DUST CANISTER fig 5a (fig 5) Dust-canister body 1. Remove the dust canister from the tool. 2. Hold the dust-canister body and remove the microfilter by rotating it counter-clockwise. 3. Pour dust from the dust-canister body. Microfilter 4.
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054-2440-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 VARIABLE-SPEED DIAL (fig 6) fig 6 1. The variable-speed dial is used to adjust the speed of the sander. 2. Turn the dial to increase or decrease the speed of the tool.
MAINTENANCE BEFORE EACH USE 1. Inspect the sander, the rocker switch and the accessories for damage. 2. Check for damaged, missing, or worn parts. 3. Check for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, or any other condition that may affect the operation.
054-2440-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solution The motor is Be sure the cooling vents are free from Clean and clear the vents. Do overheating. dust and obstacles. not cover the vents with your hand during operation.
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054-2440-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 Part No. Description Part No. Description 3322857000 Right Housing 5700018000 Ball Bearing 3322856000 Left Housing 3700090000 Washer 2830768000 Electric Assembly 5620069000 Screw...
This Mastercraft product is guaranteed for a period of 3 years from the date of original retail purchase against defects in workmanship and materials, except for the following components: a) Component A: Batteries, chargers and carrying case, which are guaranteed for a period of 2 years from the date of original retail purchase against defects in workmanship and materials;...
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054-2440-2 | contact us 1-800-689-9928 i) this warranty will not apply to component parts sold by and identified as the product of another company, which shall be covered under the product manufacturer’s warranty, if any.
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