Helpful Tips; Maintenance; Environmental Protection & Disposal - BorMann Lite Series Manual

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HELPFUL TIPS

- Do not force the sander. The weight of the unit supplies adequate pressure; therefore, let the sanding disc and sander do the work. Applying additional pres-
sure only slows the motor, rapidly wears the sanding disc, and greatly reduces the sander speed. Excessive pressure will overload the motor causing possible
damage from motor overheating and can result in inferior work. Any finish or resin on the wood may soften from the frictional heat.
- Do not sand on one spot too long. The sander's rapid action may remove too much material, making the surface uneven. Extended periods of sanding maytend
to overheat the motor. If this occurs, turn off the sander and wait until the sanding disc comes to a complete stop. Then remove the sander from the workpiece.
Remove your hand from the vent area, remove the sanding disc, then (with your hand removed from the vent area) turn on the sander and run it free, without
a load, to cool the motor.

Maintenance

GENERAL
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by
their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc.
WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc. come in contact with plastic parts. They contain chem-
icals that can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic.
When electric tools are used on fiberglass boats, sports cars, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster, it has been found that they are subject to accelerated
wear and possible premature failure, as the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, it is not
recommended that this tool be used for extended work on any fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster. If, however, you do work with
any of these materials, it is extremely important that the tool is cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet.
WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a
dust mask.
Environmental protection & disposal
Disposing of the orbit sander
Used equipment should not be disposed with domestic waste! This symbol indicates that this product may not be disposed of together
with domestic waste in compliance with the (2012/19/EC) directive pertaining to waste electrical and electronic devices (WEEE). This
product should be handed over at an designated collection point. This can occur, for example, by returning it when a similar product is
purchased or by handing it in at an authorised collecting point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. Owing to
potentially hazardous substances that are frequently contained in waste electronic equipment, incorrect handling of waste equipment
may have a negative impact on the environment and on the health of human beings. By disposing of this product correctly, you are also
contributing towards an efficient use of natural resources. Information on collecting points for waste equipment can be obtained from
your local authority, the public waste disposal authority, an authorised institution for the disposal of waste electrical and electronic
equipment or the waste collection services. Dispose of the orbit sander in accordance with the applicable disposal regulations for your
country. Dispose of packaging separately. Dispose of cardboard and paper in waste paper, plastic at collection points.
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