Craftsman 172.11702 Operator's Manual page 21

OPERATION cont.
NOTE: ALWAYS continue sanding with each grit until the surface is uniform.
NOTE: DO NOT use the sander without sandpaper. This will damage the cushion.
WARNING:
!
They could get caught in moving parts, causing serious injury. Keep head away from
sander and sanding area. Hair could be drawn into sander, causing serious injury.
WARNING:
!
hazard, especially when resin coating or linseed oil finishes have been sanded.
NOTE: Empty dust bag frequently when sanding so dust collection system
works properly.
ORBITAL MOTION (See Fig. 9)
As shown in Figure 9, the orbit of the sander is 1/16-inch in diameter so the sandpaper
moves in tiny circles at high speed.
This orbital action duplicates a "hand sanding" motion for more aggressive sanding as you
push the sander forward. This powerful orbital action is ideal for heavy-duty sanding
applications, such as:
1. Removing old finishes
2. Smoothing rough wood
3. Sanding stock down to
required dimensions
4. Finishing surfaces that
are to be painted
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry when operating sander.
Empty dust bag before storage to help prevent possible fire
Fig 9
1/16-in Orbital
Diameter
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