Safety Rules; Assembly; Unpacking; Attaching Sandpaper - PowerTec HS1002 Owner's Manual

1/2 sheet sander
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Be aware of general power tool safety. Make sure all the
safety rules are understood.
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when
sanding where the sanding pad may contact hidden
wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire may
make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and
could give the operator an electric shock.
• Remove all nails from surface to be sanded.
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• Unplug the sander before changing sandpaper.
Accidental start-ups may occur if the sander is plugged
in during a sandpaper change.
• Wear a face or dust mask during operation to reduce
the risk of serious respiratory injury.
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UNPACKING

Refer to Figure 1
• Examine shipping carton for freight damage before
opening. If shipping carton is damaged file a claim with
the carrier immediately.
• Carefully remove all contents from shipping carton. The
shipping carton contains:
1 - Sander
1 - Dust Collection Box
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1 - Paper Hole Punch
1 - Hook & Loop Sandpaper (80 grit)
1 - Owner's Manual (not shown)
Figure 1
Sander
Hook & Loop
Sandpaper
NOTE: Contact the customer service center if any of these
parts are missing.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR SANDER

ASSEMBLY

Dust
Collection
Box
Paper Hole Punch
• Empty dust collection box often. Dispose of coated dust
particles (such as resin, polyurethane, varnish, shellac,
etc.) according to finish manufacturer's guidelines.
Dispose of and remove coated dust particles daily, the
accumulation of dust particles could ignite and cause
a fire.
• Do not wet sand with this sander.
• Do not use this sander to remove lead based paint.
• Do not use this tool for long periods of time. The tool's
vibration may cause permanent injury to fingers, hands
and arms. Use glove to provide extra cushion, take
frequent rests and limit the daily use of this tool..
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
NOTE: After unit is assembled dispose of all packaging
material in an environmentally safe way.

ATTACHING SANDPAPER

Refer to Figure 2-3
WARNING
Always turn the tool OFF and remove the plug from the
power source outlet before making any adjustments or
removing or installing accessories.
NOTE: Using damaged sandpaper could damage the
hook & loop fastener pad. Do not use damaged or
severely used sandpaper.
Hook & Loop
• Place the sander with the pad up.
• Place the hook & loop sandpaper sheet onto the pad
and align the holes in the sandpaper with the dust
extraction holes in the pad.
• Press the sandpaper firmly in place.
NOTE: To remove the hook & loop sandpaper, carefully
peel the hook & loop sandpaper away from the pad.
Non-Adhesive Sandpaper
• Raise the front paper clamp up and away from the tab
on the sander's base. This will release the front paper
clamp.
• Slide the sandpaper sheet (the 4.5" side) under the front
paper clamp about 1/2 inch (12.7 mm).
• Lower the front paper clamp and lock in place behind
the tab on the sander's base.

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