EINHELL TC-PE 150 Manual

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Table of Contents

Contents

1 Safety Instructions
2 Safety regulations
3 Layout and items supplied
- 3.1 Layout
- 3.2 Items supplied
4 Proper use
5 Technical data
6 Before starting the equipment
7 Operation
8 Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts
9 Storage
10 Documents / Resources
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EINHELL TC-PE 150 Manual

Safety Instructions

Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of injury.

Wear ear-muffs. The impact of noise can cause damage to hearing.

Wear a breathing mask. Dust which is injurious to health can be generated when working on wood and other materials. Never use the device to work on any materials containing asbestos!

Wear safety goggles. Sparks generated during working or splinters, chips and dust emitted by the device can cause loss of sight.

Take due note of the machine's direction of rotation.

Each time before use, oil the compressed air tool via the compressed air coupling.

When using the equipment, a few safety precautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating instructions and safety regulations with due care. Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the information is available at all times. If you give the equipment to any other person, hand over these operating instructions and safety regulations as well. We cannot accept any liability for damage or accidents which arise due to a failure to follow these instructions and the safety instructions.

Safety regulations

The corresponding safety information can be found in the enclosed booklet.

Read all safety regulations and instructions. Any errors made in following the safety regulations and instructions may result in an electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Keep all safety regulations and instructions in a safe place for future use.

General safety information for air tools

Read all the safety information and instructions. Failure to adhere to the safety information and instructions set out below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Keep all the safety information and instructions in a safe place for future use.

Workplace safety

Keep your work area clean and well lit. Untidy or unlit work areas can result in accidents.
Do not use this air tool in an area where there is a risk of explosion and where there are inflammable liquids, gases or dust. Air tools generate sparks that can ignite dust or vapors.
Keep children and other people away from the air tool while you are using it. If you are distracted you may lose control of the tool.
Slipping, stumbling and falling are the main reasons for injuries at the workplace. Beware of slippery surfaces which result from using the equipment and also beware of tripping over the air hose.

Safety of persons

Be careful, watch what you are doing and use an air tool sensibly. Never use a power tool if you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. One moment of inattention when using the air tool can result in serious injuries.
Wear personal safety equipment and always wear safety goggles. Wearing personal safety equipment such as dust masks, non-slip safety shoes, a helmet or earmuffs, depending on the type and application of the air tool, reduces the risk of injury.
Make sure that the tool cannot start up accidentally. Ensure that the air tool is switched off before you connect it to the compressed-air supply, pick it up or carry it. If you have your finger on the switch while carrying the air tool or if you connect the tool to the compressed-air supply while it is switched on, this may cause accidents.
Remove all adjusting tools or wrenches before you switch on the air tool. Any tool or wrench in a rotating part of the tool could cause injuries.
Avoid abnormal working postures. Make sure you stand squarely and keep your balance at all times. This will enable you to control the air tool better in unexpected situations.
Wear suitable clothes. Never wear loose-fitting clothes or jewelry. Keep hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing, jewelry or long hair can be caught by moving parts.
If you can fit dust extraction devices and dust collection devices to the tool, ensure that they are correctly connected and properly used. The use of a dust extractor can reduce the dangers posed by dust.
Do not touch electric cables! The air tool is not insulated against contact with an electric cable.
Use only compressed air as a power source. It is prohibited to use oxygen or other gases.
Do not process any harmful substances.
Use only compressed-air hoses which are suitable for the purpose. Be sure to use an acceptable hose diameter and the permissible operating pressure.
Do not use damaged hoses and quick-lock couplings. If compressed-air hoses are torn off, they may whiplash and cause injuries.
When releasing the hose coupling, hold the coupling piece securely with your hand. This way you can protect yourself against injury from a rebounding hose.
Before using the air tool, make sure that the compressed-air source does not supply air at a pressure higher than the tool's maximum operating pressure.
If necessary, you must lower the supply pres-sure with a pressure reducer.
Use only lubricants which are recommended by the manufacturer.
When using compressors and other compressed-air sources, follow the safety and operating instructions issued by the equipment's manufacturer.
It is imperative to observe the accident prevention regulations in force in your area as well as all other generally recognized rules of safety.
Users and maintenance personnel must be physically capable of handling the size, weight and power of the equipment.
Working with the equipment can result in disorders in the hands, arms, shoulders, neck and other parts of the body.
When using the equipment, be sure to ad-opt a comfortable posture and change your posture repeatedly in order to avoid physical complaints.
The risk assessment should include consideration of the dust which is created during the use of the machine and the dust which already exists and may be whirled up during use.
The exhaust air must be directed away such that the whirling up of dust in a dust-filled environment is reduced to a minimum.
If any dust or vapor is created, the priority must be to control them at their point of release.
Noise can cause permanent damage to your hearing. Unprotected exposure to high levels of noise can result in loss of hearing and other problems such as tinnitus (ringing, buzzing, whistling or droning noises in your ears). Wear ear-muffs.
Vibration-damping material used as an inter-mediate layer can reduce noise

aa. Vibrations can injure the nerves and cause blood circulation disorders in your hands and arms.

ab. Wear warm clothing when you work in cold surroundings. Keep your hands warm and dry.

ac. Select, service and use the consumables / plug-in tools as recommended in the operating instructions. This will help you to prevent unnecessary dust, gas, noise and vibrations. Stop using the equipment if you experience numbness, tingling, pain or whitening of the skin on your fingers or hands, and consult a doctor.

ad. Do not hold the plug-in tool with your free hand as this will lead to a higher vibration load.

ae. Hold the equipment with a light but secure grip, noting the reaction forces which arise in the process. The risk of disorders caused by vibrations is always greater with a tight grip.

Using and handling the air tool

Do not overload the equipment. Use the correct air tool for the job in hand. The correct air tool will enable you to work better and more safely within the specific performance range.
Do not use an air tool if its switch is defective. An air tool that cannot be switched on or off is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the tool from the compressed-air supply before making any adjustments to the tool, changing accessories or putting the tool down. These precautions will prevent the air tool from starting accidentally.
Keep unused air tools out of the reach of children. Do not allow people who are not familiar with the tool or who have not read these instructions to use the tool. Air tools are dangerous if they are used by inexperienced people.
Look after air tools with care. Check that moving parts function correctly and do not jam, and whether any parts are broken or damaged such that they adversely affect the function of the air tool. Have damaged parts repaired before you use the tool. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained air tools.
Keep your cutting tools sharp and clean. Carefully maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges will jam less and are easier to control.
Use the air tool, accessories, plug-in tools etc. as described in these instructions. Take account of the conditions in your work area and the job in hand. Using air tools for purposes other than the one for which they are designed can result in dangerous situations.
Do not modify this equipment. Modifications can impair the effect of the safety devices and therefore increase the potential danger for the user.
Check the rating plate and markings on the equipment regularly for legibility. If there is any damage, contact our Service Center.
If the mounted tool, an accessory part or the compressed air tool breaks, pieces may be catapulted away at high speed.
During and after use, avoid direct contact with the plug-in tool.
Compressed air can cause serious injuries.
Disconnect the compressed air coupling and depressurize the equipment before you service, repair or transport the equipment and before you change tools.
Never direct compressed air at yourself or at any other persons.
Do not let cold air flow over your hands.
If universal rotary couplings (claw couplings) are used, lock pins must be installed and a retention system for compressed air hoses used in order to protect against possible faulty connections („hose to tool" or „hose to hose").
Do not carry compressed air tools by their hoses.

Service

Have your air tool repaired only by trained personnel using only genuine spare parts. This will ensure that your air tool remains safe to use.

Special safety information

This tool may be used only for dry grinding/ sanding operations.
Use on materials containing asbestos is prohibited.
Always disconnect the compressed-air supply before carrying out any work on the equipment (cleaning the equipment, changing the abrasive paper, etc.).
To protect your health, always wear safety goggles and a dust mask during sanding/ grinding work!
Keep your workplace clean and well lit.
Make sure that the workpiece is sufficiently secured so that it cannot slip.
Keep children away.
For your own sake, keep the equipment clean at all times and check it for signs of damage each time after using it.
Make sure that the switch is set to OFF before you connect up the tool.
Take care to maintain a steady foothold. Never use the tool on ladders and scaffolds.
Touching or inhaling dust from sanding/ grinding jobs can be harmful for the user and other persons nearby.
Use only the sanding/grinding disks and abrasive paper specified by the manufacturer.
It is prohibited to use cutting disks, sanding/ grinding wheels or similar.
The permissible speed of the sanding/grinding disk and abrasive paper used must be higher than the maximum speed of the air tool.
Fasten the self-adhesive abrasive paper concentrically on the sanding/grinding disk.
Dispose of any sanding/grinding waste properly. If necessary, ask your local environmental protection office for details.
Wear safety goggles and a dust mask.
Wear a helmet during overhead work. Also consider the dangers which falling pieces of the workpiece can pose for other persons.
Using this equipment can cause bruises, grazes, cuts and burns. Wear suitable gloves.
Before use, check the sanding/grinding disk every time. Do not use it if it is cracked, broken or has been dropped.
Avoid direct contact with the sanding/grinding disk in order to avoid your hands or other parts of your body getting crushed or cut. Wear suitable gloves to protect your hands.
Never use the machine without an abrasive.
There is a risk of electrostatic discharge when the machine is used on plastic and other non-conductive materials.

Keep this safety information in a safe place.

Layout and items supplied

Layout

Layout
(Fig. 1/2)

Chip extractor adapter
Operating switch
Control lever
Handle
Nipple for the air connection
Eccentric sanding/grinding plate
Open-ended wrench
Abrasive paper, grit size 80
Abrasive paper, grit size 100
Abrasive paper, grit size 120

Items supplied

Please check that the article is complete as specified in the scope of delivery. If parts are missing, please contact our service center or the sales outlet where you made your purchase at the latest within 5 working days after purchasing the product and upon presentation of a valid bill of purchase. Also, refer to the warranty table in the service information at the end of the operating instructions.

Open the packaging and take out the equipment with care.
Remove the packaging material and any packaging and/or transportation braces (if available).
Check to see if all items are supplied.
Inspect the equipment and accessories for transport damage.
If possible, please keep the packaging until the end of the guarantee period.

The equipment and packaging material are not toys. Do not let children play with plastic bags, foils or small parts. There is a danger of swallowing or suffocating!

Pneumatic eccentric grinder/sander
Open-ended wrench
Abrasive paper, grit size 80 (2x)
Abrasive paper, grit size 100 (2x)
Abrasive paper, grit size 120 (2x)
Original operating instructions
Safety information

Proper use

The equipment is designed for the sanding/grinding of wood, iron, plastic and similar materials using the appropriate sanding/grinding paper. The equipment is not suitable for wet sanding.

The equipment is to be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user / operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind caused as a result of this.

Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the equipment is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

Remember.
Too small a diameter of the hose and too long a hose line will result in loss of power.

Technical data

Max. working pressure: 6.3 bar
Air consumption: (6.3 bar) 100 l/min
Vibrations: 0 – 10500 rpm
Weight: .0,9 kg

Eccentric sanding/grinding plate:
Sanding/grinding area: Ø 150 mm
Abrasive paper size: Ø 150 mm

Wear ear-muffs.
The impact of noise can cause damage to hearing.

Keep the noise emissions and vibrations to a minimum.

Only use appliances which are in perfect working order.
Service and clean the appliance regularly.
Adapt your working style to suit the appliance.
Do not overload the appliance.
Have the appliance serviced whenever necessary.
Switch the appliance off when it is not in use.
Wear protective gloves.

Residual risks
Even if you use this electric power tool in accordance with instructions, certain residual risks cannot be rules out. The following hazards may arise in connection with the equipment's construction and layout:

Lung damage if no suitable protective dust mask is used.
Damage to hearing if no suitable ear protection is used.
Health damage caused by hand-arm vibrations if the equipment is used over a prolonged period or is not properly guided and maintained.

Before starting the equipment

Before you connect the equipment to the power supply make sure that the data on the rating plate are identical to those of the supply voltage.
Disconnect the compressed air supply before performing any cleaning, adjusting and maintenance work.

Air supply:
Via a compressed air source with pressure setting function, e.g. a compressor. Before starting up, please also read the section on care and maintenance.

Setting values for work with the suction spray gun:
Set a maximum working pressure of 6.3 bar at your compressed air supply.

Lubricating the tool

Each time before starting and during prolonged operation:

Insert 3-5 drops of special compressed air oil into the compressed air connection (5) (not included in delivery)
Let the equipment run briefly so that any surplus oil is blown out.

Fitting the dust extractor adapter

Connect the dust extractor adapter to a suitable dust extraction system.
Before starting - Fitting the dust extractor adapter

For health safety reasons it is imperative that you use a dust container or a dust extraction system.

Fitting/removing the sanding/grinding plate

Place the open-ended wrench (7) between the sanding/grinding plate (6) and the housing.
Undo the sanding/grinding plate by turning.
Fit a new sanding/grinding plate in reverse order.
Remove the open-ended wrench.
Check that the sanding/grinding plate is secure.

Fastening the abrasive paper

The Hook-and-loop fastener enables easy changing of the abrasive paper. Make sure that the vacuum extraction holes on the abrasive paper and the sanding disk are aligned.

Operation

Connecting to a compressed air supply

Connect the nipple (5) to the quick-lock coupling of a compressed air hose (the hose is not supplied).
Note the maximum permissible operating pressure of the equipment.

Switching On/Off

(Fig. 1)

Switching on: Depress the operating switch (2)
Switching off: Let go of the operating switch (2)

Setting the speed

(Fig. 1)

The equipment speed can be controlled:

The control level (3) points towards the extractor adapter (1): Maximum speed
The control lever points away from the extractor adapter: Reduced speed
Check the speed setting before carrying out any work on the workpiece.

Working with the eccentric sander/grinder

The workpiece you want to sand/grind must never be held in your hand. Secure the workpiece on a sturdy surface or with a vise. Place the whole surface area of the sanding disk on the material.

Switch on the machine and move it with gentle pressure over the workpiece, making circular or transverse and linear movements.
Use a coarse grit for coarse sanding and a finer grit for finish sanding. You can find the best grit size for the job by carrying out sanding tests.

The dusts which are formed while the equipment is being used may be a health hazard:

Always wear safety goggles and a dust mask during sanding work.
All persons who work with the equipment or enter the workplace must wear a protective dust mask.
Eating, drinking and smoking are prohibited at the workplace.
Paints containing lead are not allowed to be used!

Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts

Disconnect the compressed air supply from the equipment before performing any cleaning work.

Cleaning

Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow it down with compressed air at low pressure.
We recommend cleaning the equipment immediately each time after use.
Clean the equipment regularly with a damp cloth and some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents; these may be aggressive to the plastic parts in the equipment. Ensure that no water can get into the interior of the equipment.

Maintenance

Disconnect the equipment from the compressed air supply before you carry out any maintenance or cleaning work.

Compliance with the maintenance instructions listed here will help this quality product provide you with a long service life and trouble-free operation.

Regular lubrication is essential for your equipment to work properly for a prolonged period of time.

Regularly check the speed and the vibration level by simply observing the tool.

warning Note: Use environmentally friendly compressed air oil if you want to operate the equipment outside the workshop.

The following lubrication options are available:

Lubrication by mist oiler
Connect a mist oiler between the compressed air source and the equipment (not supplied, available at retail stores)

By hand
Each time before using the compressed air tool insert 3-5 drops of special compressed air oil into the compressed air connection. If the compressed air tool has not been used for several days you must insert 5-10 drops of special compressed air oil into the compressed air connection before switching on.

Store your compressed air tool only in a dry room.

Other maintenance
There are no other parts inside the equipment which require maintenance.

Excluded from the guarantee are:

Wear parts
Damage cause by too much operating pressure.
Damage caused by non-conditioned compressed air.
Damage caused by improper use or unauthorized intervention.

Ordering replacement parts

Please quote the following data when ordering replacement parts:

Type of machine
Article number of the machine
Identification number of the machine
Replacement part number of the part required

Storage

Store the equipment and accessories in a dark and dry place at above freezing temperature. The ideal storage temperature is between 10 and 40°C. Store the electric tool in its original packaging.

The reprinting or reproduction by any other means, in whole or in part, of documentation and papers accompanying products is permitted only with the express consent of the Einhell Germany AG.

Subject to technical changes