Assembly - Craftsman 172.27670 Operator's Manual

ASSEMBLY cont.
PAPER PUNCH (See Fig. 5)
A paper punch template is included with sander so you can punch properly aligned holes
into the sandpaper. This is done after the paper is installed onto the sander.
To punch holes, line up the front and side of the sander over the paper punch template as
shown in Fig. 5, then lower the sander onto the template while applying pressure. Make sure
the holes are punched all the way through the paper and clear the holes in the sander's
cushion and platen.
NOTE: Punching holes properly is a necessary step for the dust collection
system to operate properly.
Fig 5
DUST BAG / DUST COLLECTION
WARNING:
! Collected sanding dust from sanding surface coatings
(polyurethane, linseed oil, etc.) can self-ignite in sander dust bag or elsewhere
and cause fire. To reduce risk, empty dust bag frequently and strictly follow
sander manual and coating manufacturer's instructions.
WARNING:
When working on metal surfaces, DO NOT use the dust bag or
!
a vacuum cleaner because sparks are generated. Wear safety glasses and a dust
mask. Due to the danger of fire, do not use your sander to sand magnesium
surfaces. Do not use for wet sanding.
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ASSEMBLY cont.
TO REMOVE AND EMPTY DUST BAG (Fig. 6, 6a and 6b)
1. Unplug the sander.
WARNING:
!
causing possible serious personal injury.
2. Locate (2) tab connectors on either side of vac adapter/dust bag assembly and
squeeze. Pull assembly straight back and off of dust exhaust hole (see Fig. 6).
3. Turn dust bag assembly counterclockwise (embossed arrows show unlock and lock
rotation) and remove bag from vac adapter (see Fig. 6a, 6b).
Fig 6
Orient Paper Punch
as shown
Vac Adapter
with Dual
Dust Ports
4. Empty bag by shaking aggressively until completely empty. Wipe dust and debris from
the vac adapter.
5. Reattach the bag assembly back onto the vac adapter, and reattach back onto the sander.
NOTE: Empty dust bag frequently so dust collection system works properly
WARNING:
!
hazard, especially when resin coating or linseed oil finishes have been sanded.
Failure to unplug the sander could result in accidental starting
Dust
Exhaust Hole Vac Adapter with
Dual Dust Ports
Fig. 6a
Counterclockwise
for OFF
Dust Bag

Assembly

Clockwise
for ON
Vac Adapter
with Dual Dust
Ports
Empty dust bag before storage to help prevent possible fire
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Dust Bag
Assembly
Fig. 6b
Dust Bag
Assembly