INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Orbital Sander, which is designed for both DIY and trade use. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service.
POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS WORK AREA 1. Keep the work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. 2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids or gases. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. 6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
4. Take care when sanding lead based paint or when sanding wood or metal which may produce toxic dust, - do not let children or pregnant women enter the work area. VIBRATION The declared vibration emission values stated in the specifications have been measured in accordance with a standard test method provided by EN 60745 and may be used for comparing one tool with another.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE MAINS SUPPLY. Before switching the product on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate. This product is designed to operate on 230VAC 50Hz.
BEFORE USE The sander is supplied with the following items: • Dust extract filter • 4 x P60 Sanding sheets • 3 x 120 Sanding sheets • 3 x 240 Sanding sheets DUST EXTRACTION WARNING: HARMFUL OR TOXIC DUST MAY BE PRODUCED WHEN SANDING LEAD PAINTED SURFACES, WOODS OR METAL.
(this is necessary for dust extraction), press the sheet evenly onto the base plate to attach it. REPLACEMENT SHEETS The following sanding sheets are available from your CLARKE dealer. Grit Size (mm) Part No 115 x 230 mm...
STARTING & STOPPING THE SANDER 1. Ensure the sander is switched OFF before plugging into the power supply. 2. Switch the machine ON or OFF by pressing the rocker switch. 3. Lock the switch in the ON position if required by pressing in the trigger lock button on the side of the handle.
Regularly clean the motor ventilation slots using a soft dry brush or dry cloth to remove dust. Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner. A damaged power cable should be replaced by your CLARKE dealer or qualified electrician. There are no user-serviceable parts in this sander. The bearings in this sander are sealed for life and require no maintenance.
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