PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS BENCHMARK 2.2AMP VS 1/3 SHEET SANDER Rating 120 V, 60 Hz AC Amperes 2.2 A Speed 6,000-12,000 OPM (no load) Sanding pad size 1/3 sheet 3-1/2" x 7-3/8" (90 x 187mm) Weight 4.6 Lb. (2.1Kg) NEED ASSISTANCE? Call us on our toll- free customer support line: 1-866-349-8665 (Monday through Friday 9am –...
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS 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.
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1262-302 1/3 SHEET SANDER POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. WORK AREA SAFETY Keep work area clean and well lit.
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connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
1262-302 1/3 SHEET SANDER SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR 1/3 SHEET SANDERS WARNING: Know your 1/3 sheet sander. Do not plug in the sander until you have read and understand this Instruction Manual. Learn the tool’s applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
GUIDELINES FOR EXTENSION CORDS 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.
1262-302 1/3 SHEET SANDER SYMBOLS WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the sander . Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow Three-phase alternating Volts current Three-phase alternating Amperes current with neutral Hertz direct current Watts...
1262-302 1/3 SHEET SANDER ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING WARNING: The tool should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious injury.
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4. Position one end of the sandpaper under the clamp and re-secure. 5. The sandpaper should be pulled taught and follow the contours of the sander base. Ensure alignment of dust extraction holes with the holes in the sandpaper sheets. Position the other end of the sandpaper under the clamp and re-secure. SANDPAPER PUNCH A sandpaper punch template has been supplied with your sander for aligning and punching holes in sandpaper.
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1262-302 1/3 SHEET SANDER VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL The variable speed control allows the sander to develop a no load speed that can be adjusted from 6000 to 12000min-1. The variable speed dial is located on the front of the sander, Fig 7. The speed can be set according to the sanding purpose or work-piece's surface you will be using.
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rapidly wears sanding sheet and greatly reduces 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 wood may soften from the frictional heat. Do not allow sanding on one spot too long as the sander’s rapid action may remove too much material, making the surface uneven.
1262-302 1/3 SHEET SANDER MAINTENANCE 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.
1262-302 1/3 SHEET SANDER PARTS LIST 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 Always order by PART NUMBER, not by key number. Key # Part # Part Name...
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Key # 2030070014 Part Name Quantity 1230010170 Carbon brush 1020050079 Stator 4010010034 Bearing 607 2Z...
WARRANTY BENCHMARK 2.2AMP VS 1/3 SHEET SANDER WARRANTY If this Benchmark tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within five years from the date of purchase, return it to any Home Hardware store with the original bill of sale for exchange. 3-year warranty for the battery and charger. This warranty does not include expendable parts including but not limited to blades, brushes, belts, light bulbs.
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