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Model No. BF800 Owner’s Manual 8" Heavy Duty Bench Buffer QUESTION... 1•847•780•6120 Visit us on the web at powertecproducts.com You will need this manual for safety instructions, operating procedures, and warranty. Put it and the original sales invoice in a safe, dry place for future reference.
SAFETY RULES TOOL MAINTENANCE WARNING WARNING • Turn the machine "OFF", and disconnect the machine For your own safety, read and understand all warnings and from the power source prior to inspection. operating instructions before using any tool or equipment. •...
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR BENCH BUFFER Vibration Safety Be aware of general power tool safety. Make sure all the safety rules are understood. This tool vibrates during use. Repeated or long‑term exposure • Wear eye protection. to vibration may cause temporary or permanent physical injury, particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders.
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING TOOLS NEEDED Refer to Figure 1 You will need the following tools to assemble and adjust the machine. (The tools are not included.) • Check for shipping damage. Check immediately whether all parts and accessories are included. The bench buffer itself •...
Thread the arbor nut onto the shaft to secure the • This machine is equipped with an approved 3‑conductor cord buffing wheel in place. NOTE: The left hand arbor hex rated at 120V and a 3‑prong grounding type plug for your nut is left hand threaded and is installed by rotating it protection against shock hazards.
• Many cover plate screws, water pipes and outlet boxes are not Extension Cord Length properly grounded. To ensure proper grounding means that it Wire Size…………….. A.W.G. must be tested by a qualified electrician. Up to 25 ft…………… 18 gauge EXTENSION CORDS NOTE: Using extension cords over 25 ft.
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OPERATION Every few minutes, check the condition and wear of the 12. Unplug the buffer from the power source. IMPORTANT: To buffing wheels and buffing compound coating. prevent unauthorized use of the machine, the power switch has a removable locking key. With the power switch in the •...
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TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION Motor does not run. Machine not plugged in. Plug power cord into electrical receptacle. Power switch in OFF position. Place ON/OFF switch to ON position. Power cord is faulty. Replace power cord. Fuses or circuit breaker is open. Overloaded electrical circuit.
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8" HEAVY DUTY BENCH BUFFER PARTS ILLUSTRATION...
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8" HEAVY DUTY BENCH BUFFER PARTS LIST Key# Part# Description Spec. Key# Part# Description Spec. BF800001 Type I hex nut (left) M16 LH BF800016 Philips pan screw M4x8 and spring washer BF800002 Flange and flat washer 8" diameter x BF800003 Spiral sewn cotton assemly 1/2"...
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30‑ DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY During the first 30 days after the date of purchase, if you are dissatisfied with the performance of this POWERTEC tool for any reason, you may return the tool to the retailer from which it was purchased for a full refund or exchange. You must present proof of purchase and return all original equipment packaged with the original product.
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