Maintenance - Porter-Cable 7800-XE Instruction Manual

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Transportation And Storage
Keep the sander dry during transport and storage. Protect the abrasive pad. contact with another object
may deform the pad, causing it to sand unevenly. If you cannot protect the pad during transport or
storage, remove and store it separately.

MaIntenance

WARNING: to reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before
installing and removing accessories, before adjusting or when making repairs. an accidental start-up
can cause injury.
Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with dry air at least once a week. wear proper ansI
Z87.1 (can/csa Z94.3) eye protection and proper nIosH/osHa/msHa respiratory protection when
performing this.
WARNING: never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool.
these chemicals may weaken the plastic materials used in these parts. use a cloth dampened only with
water and mild soap. never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a
liquid.
Repairs
to assure product saFEty and rElIaBIlIty, repairs, maintenance and adjustment (including brush
inspection and replacement) should be performed by certified service centers or other qualified service
organizations, always using identical replacement parts.
fAIlURe to stARt
should your tool fail to start, check to make sure the prongs on the cord plug are making good contact in the outlet. also,
check for blown fuses or open circuit breakers in the line.
lUBRIcAtIoN
this tool has been lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal
operating conditions. no further lubrication is necessary.
BRUsH INsPectIoN
For your continued safety and electrical protection, brush inspection and replacement on this tool should only be
performed by a certified service centers or other qualified service organizations .
at approximately 100 hours of use, take or send your tool to your nearest certified service centers or other
qualified service organizations to be thoroughly cleaned and inspected. Have worn parts replaced and lubricated
with fresh lubricant. Have new brushes installed, and test the tool for performance.
any loss of power before the above maintenance check may indicate the need for immediate servicing of your tool.
Do not contInuE to oPEratE tool unDEr tHIs conDItIon. If proper operating voltage is present, return
your tool to the service station for immediate service.
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