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OPERATING MANUAL Detail Sander Kit 241-0964 IMPORTANT: Carefully read this operating manual before using your new tool. Pay close attention to all Safety Instructions, Warnings and Caution sections. Use your tool properly and only for its intended use. Safety symbols in this manual are used to flag possible dangers. The safety symbols and their explanations require your full understanding.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Specifications....................... 2 Rules for Safe Operation..................4 Description......................9 Assembly and Adjustment..................9 Operation......................10 Accessories......................13 Maintenance....................... 14 Warranty......................15 SPECIFICATIONS Motor: 120 V~60 Hz, 0.5 A Speed: 11,000 RPM Pad Size: 5-1/4 in. x 3-3/4 in. (13.3 cm x 9.4 cm) Pad Type: Hook &...
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SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, DANGER: which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, WARNING: which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, CAUTION: which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
SAFETY SYMBOLS FOR YOUR TOOL The label on your tool may include the following symbols. Volts Amps Hertz Watt Minutes Alternating Current Direct Current No Load Speed Class II Construction .../min Revolutions or Strokes per minute Indicates danger, warning or caution. It means attention! Your safety is involved.
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1) Work area safety Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
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Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to a power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.
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5) Service Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. Specific Safety Rules for Detail sander Hold tool by its insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
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WARNING! Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • Lead from lead-based paints, • Crystalline silica from bricks and cementand other masonry products, and •...
DESCRIPTION KNOW YOUR DETAIL SANDER (See Fig. 1) Before attempting to use this sander, familiarize yourself with all of its operating features and safety requirements. Fig. 1 On/Off switch Dust collection bag Sanding base Detail sanding attachment ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Remove the sander from the carton and examine it carefully.
3. Align the holes in the sandpaper Fig. 2 with the holes in the backing pad in order to allow the dust extraction system to function properly. 4. Press the new sandpaper into position. INSTALLING THE DETAIL Fig. 3 SANDER ATTACHMENT (See Fig.
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GENERAL OPERATION NOTE: contact the workpiece with the tool only after the sander has reached its full speed, and remove it from the work before switching the tool off. Operating your sander in this manner will prolong switch and motor life, and greatly increase the quality of your work 1.
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SELECTING THE PROPER ACCESSORY Sandpaper can be made from various grit materials. The grit material and the coarseness of the sandpaper should be selected according to the workpiece material. ACCESSORY RECOMMENDED APPLICATIONS Initial sanding of rougher surfaces. Fast removal of stock. Coarse Grit (60–80) Rough sanding and stripping of painted and rusted surfaces.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualified service technician. WARNING! For your safety, always turn off the switch and unplug the sander from the power source before performing any maintenance or cleaning. Periodic maintenance of your sander allows for long life and trouble-free operation.
WARRANTY If, during normal use, this PERFORMAX power tool breaks or fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date of original purchase, simply bring this tool and its sales receipt back to your nearest ®...
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