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2.2 AMP 1/4 SHEET PALM SANDER Rating 120 V, 60 Hz AC Amperes 2.2 A Speed 15,000 OPM (no load) Sanding pad size 1/4 sheet Sanding pad size 2.50 lbs.(1.18kg) NEED ASSISTANCE? Call us on our toll-free customer support line: (Monday through Friday 9am –...
1262-300 2.2 AMP 1/4 SHEET PALM SANDER ......................1 Table Of Content ........................2 General Safety Warning ....................Eye, Ear & Lung Protection ....................3 Electrical Safety ........................4 Power Tool Safety ....................... General Safety Rules ......................5 Work Area ..........................5 Electrical Safety ........................
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WARNING Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. The important precautions, safeguards and instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible situations. It must be understood that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into the product.
1262-300 2.2 AMP 1/4 SHEET PALM SANDER WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. Work area safety Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Power Tool Safety – cont’d Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. can be caught in moving parts. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used.
1262-300 2.2 AMP 1/4 SHEET PALM SANDER WARNING Know your ¼ sheet palm sander. Do not plug in the sander until you have read and understand this Instruction Manual. eyes and cause permanent eye damage. ALWAYS wear safety goggles (not glasses) that comply with ANSI safety standard Z87.1.
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Make sure your extension cord is the proper size . When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current the tool will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The table on at right shows the correct size to use according to cord length and nameplate ampere rating.
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1262-300 2.2 AMP 1/4 SHEET PALM SANDER WARNING Some of the following symbols may appear on the palm sander. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
1262-300 2.2 AMP 1/4 SHEET PALM SANDER INSTALLING THE DUST BOX ASSEMBLY 1. Insert the dust duct box assembly sleeve (1) onto the dust chute (2) (Fig. 1). NOTE: Make sure the locking tabs (3) insert into the matching slots (4) in the rear of the sander housing.
INSTALLING SANDPAPER – cont’d 1. Place the hole punch (1) 2. Wrap the sandpaper sheet (3) over the backing pad (2) and insert it into the open rear sandpaper clamp (5) (Fig. 5). NOTE: Make sure the sandpaper is pulled tight over the backing pad for proper sanding operation.
1262-300 2.2 AMP 1/4 SHEET PALM SANDER WARNING For safety reasons, the operator must read the sections of this Owner’s Manual entitled “GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS”, “POWER TOOL SAFETY”, “SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES”, “GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS” and “SYMBOLS” before using this pad sander.
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SANDING – cont’d Upon completion of the sanding operation, turn the sander OFF by pressing on the opposite side of the ON/OFF switch. Wait until the sanding pad comes to a complete stop before removing it from the workpiece. WARNING Your sander should only be turned ON when the entire surface of the sanding pad is in contact with the workpiece.
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1262-300 2.2 AMP 1/4 SHEET PALM SANDER GENERAL WARNING When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other replacement parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. DO NOT use solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
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1262-300 2.2 AMP 1/4 SHEET PALM SANDER WARNING When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the sander. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this sander may create a safety haz- Always order by PART NUMBER, not by key number.
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Key # Part # Part Name Quantity 3150120090 Base plate 4010010105 Bearing 2030020331 Flat washer 2010130034 Eccentric 2030030259 Counter balance 3011080035 Housing 6150070008 Sandpaper punch template...
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2.2 AMP 1/4 SHEET PALM SANDER RADLEY 1/4 SHEET SANDER If this Radley Tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within three years from the date of purchase, return it to any Home Hardware store with the original bill of sale for exchange.
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