Specific Safety Rules - Matco Tools MCL162P Operating Instructions Manual

Service
• Tool service must be performed only by the MATCO
authorized service centers listed . Service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of
injury . Repair by unqualified personnel, use of unauthorized
parts, and failure to follow maintenance instructions may
create a risk of shock or injury .
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product replace strict
adherence to cordless product safety rules. If you use this
tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal
injury.
• Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an
operation where the accessories may contact hidden wiring .
Contact with a "live" wire will also make exposed metal parts of
the tool "live" and shock the operator .
OPERATING INSTRUCTION
Installing Or Removing Battery Pack
(See Fig.1, Fig.2)
1 . Your new battery pack is not fully charged . You may need
to charge it before use .
2 . Make sure the switch is in the "off" position before insertion/
removal of a battery pack .
3 . To remove a battery pack, depress both tabs on either side of the
battery and pull downward .
4 . To insert a battery pack, align the battery with the tool housing and
push battery inward until click indicating battery is fully installed .
Charging The Battery Pack
(See Fig.3)
1 . Battery may not charge when it is above a certain preset
temperature limit . Allow temperature of battery to cool before charging .
2 . The charge process will take less than one hour .
3 . After charging, unplug the charger from the power source and stow
away in a safe place .
Tool Operation:
1 . Tighten backing pad in a clockwise direction (facing tool) while pressing
and holding the spindle lock button .
2 . Attach accessory to backing pad . Ensure accessory max speed is above
tool maximum speed .
3 . Press trigger to activate .
4 . To remove backing pad, depress the spindle lock button and loosen by
turning in the counter clockwise direction (facing tool) .
MCL162P
MCL162P 16V Surface Prep Sander/ Polisher
• Be aware that this tool is always in operating condition, because it
does not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet .
• Always be sure you have firm footing .
• Be sure no one is below when using the tool in high locations .
• Hold the tool firmly and use both hands .
• Keep hands and hair away from rotating parts .
• Do not leave the tool running . Do not force tool to stay in the "on"
position . Operate the tool only when hand-held .
• Some material contains chemicals which may be toxic . Take
caution to prevent working dust inhalation and skin contact .
Follow material supplier safety data .
WARNING:
MISUSE or failure to follow the safety rules stated in
this instruction manual may cause serious personal
injury.
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
Spindle
Lock Button
Speed Lock-on
3
Fig. 3
High/Low Switch
rev 11/30/17