Operation; Helpful Hints - Black & Decker BD200TMT Instruction Manual

Operation
Switch
CAUTION:
Be sure switch is fully
OFF before plugging in the power cord.
• Plug in power cord.
• To turn the tool ON, hold it as shown
in Figure 6 and push the slide switch
forward.
• To turn the toot OFF, push the slide
switch backward.
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Variable Speed Dial
To operate the tool, select the speed
setting you wish with the speed dial,
shown in Figure 7, and slide the ON/
OFF switch forward. The speed setting
can be adjusted either with the tool on
or off.
CAUTION:
Because the oscillating
tool has a separate speed dial for setting
the speed (1-6), the tool wilt start at the
speed where the speed dial is set.
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The numbered positions,1 through 6 inscribed on the variable speed dial, do not
indicate any precise speed but are good reference points. The higher the number, the
higher the tool speed.
The approximate speed at each setting is:
SPEED SETTING 1 2 3
OSCILLATIONS PER MINUTE 10,000 12,000 14,000
(Actual oscillations per minute on your tool may vary.)
4 5 6
16,000 18,000 20,000
Be sure to select the proper speed for your oscillating tool operation. In general, use
lower speeds (1-3) for cutting metal and PVC or plastic materials and use higher speeds
(4-6) for sanding, removal & wood cutting applications. For paint, varnish, or other finish
removal, use the lowest speed setting (1) to get the maximum life from the sanding sheet.
If in doubt about the proper speed for your operation, test the performance at low
speed settings and gradually increase until a comfortable speed is found.
Helpful Hints
• Always ensure the workpiece is firmly held or clamped to prevent movement. Any
movement of the material may affect the quality of the cutting or sanding finish.
• Do not start sanding without having the sandpaper attached to sanding platen.
• Use coarse grit paper to sand rough surfaces, medium grit for smooth surfaces
and fine grit for the finishing surfaces. If necessary, first make a test run on scrap
material.
• Do not allow the sandpaper to wear away, it will damage the sanding pad.
• Excessive force will reduce the working efficiency and cause motor overload.
Replacing the accessory regularly will maintain optimum working efficiency.
• If the tool overheats, especially when used at low speed, set the speed to maximum
and run it with no load for 2-3 minutes to cool the motor. Avoid prolonged usage at
very low speeds. Always keep the blade sharp.