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Your sander has two dust collection methods: a twist-on dust collection bag (D) and a built-in vac-adapter (E) which
can be hooked directly to a shop vaccum system.
TO EMPTY DUST BAG
1. While holding the sander, grasp the dust collection bag (D) at the end nearest the sander and twist off of the
vac-adapter (E).
2. Gently shake or tap the dust collection bag to empty.
3. Twist dust collection bag back onto the vac-adapter.
You may notice that all the dust will not come free from the bag. This will not affect sanding performance but will reduce
the sander's dust collection efficiency. To restore your sander's dust collection efficiency, depress the spring inside the
dust bag when you are emptying it and tap it on the side of the trash can or dust receptacle.
CAUTION: Never operate these tools unless the dust collector is in place. Sanding dust exhaust may create a breathing
hazard.
OPERATION (Fig. 5)
To operate your sander, grasp it as shown in Figures 5A or 5B and turn it on. Move the unit in long, sweeping strokes
along the surface being sanded, letting the sander do the work.
Pushing down on the tool while sanding actually slows the removal rate and produces an inferior quality surface. Be
sure to check your work often, this sander is capable of removing material rapidly, especially with coarse paper.
The random orbital action of your sander allows you to sand with the grain or at any angle across it for most sanding
jobs. To produce the best finish possible, start with coarse grit sandpaper and change gradually to finer and finer paper.
Vacuum and wipe surface with a tack cloth between grit steps.Your sander is designed to sand into small or confined
areas. Its small size and light weight make it ideal for overhead work.
The rate at which the dust collection bag fills up will vary with the type of material being sanded and the coarseness
of the sandpaper. For best results, empty the bag frequently. When sanding painted surfaces, (see the following for
additional precautions when sanding paint) you may find that the sandpaper loads up and clogs with paint. A heat
gun will work much better to remove paint before sanding. FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN HEAT GUN
INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
NOTE (D26450 only): When using PSA sanding discs, remove the disc soon after operation. PSA paper, if the disc is
left on during tool storage, sometimes becomes difficult to remove. To aid in the removal of old PSA paper, sand for a
few minutes to soften the adhesive backing prior to changing disc.
Precautions To Take When Sanding Paint
1. Sanding of lead based paint is NOT RECOMMENDED due to the difficulty of controlling the contaminated dust. The
greatest danger of lead poisoning is to children and pregnant women.
2. Since it is difficult to identify whether or not a paint contains lead without a chemical analysis, we recommend the
following precautions when sanding any paint:
PERSONAL SAFETY
1. No children or pregnant women should enter the work area where the paint sanding is being done until all clean
up is completed.
2. A dust mask or respirator should be worn by all persons entering the work area. The filter should be replaced
daily or whenever the wearer has difficulty breathing. See your local hardware store for the proper N.I.O.S.H.
approved dust mask.
3. NO EATING, DRINKING or SMOKING should be done in the work area to prevent ingesting contaminated paint
particles. Workers should wash and clean up BEFORE eating, drinking or smoking. Articles of food, drink, or
smoking should not be left in the work area where dust would settle on them.
ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
1. Paint should be removed in such a manner as to minimize the amount of dust generated.
2. Areas where paint removal is occurring should be sealed with plastic sheeting of 4 mils thickness.
3. Sanding should be done in a manner to reduce tracking of paint dust outside the work area.
CLEANING AND DISPOSAL
1. All surfaces in the work area should be vacuumed and thoroughly cleaned daily for the duration of the sanding
project. Vacuum filter bags should be changed frequently.
2. Plastic drop cloths should be gathered up and disposed of along with any dust chips or other removal debris.
They should be placed in sealed refuse receptacles and disposed of through regular trash pick-up procedures.
During clean up, children and pregnant women should be kept away from the immediate work area.
3. All toys, washable furniture and utensils used by children should be washed thoroughly before being used again.
Tool Care
1. Keep your sander as clean as possible by wiping with a clean cloth and blowing air through it after every 5 hours of use.
2. As part of CFS (Controlled Finishing System®), your sander is equipped with a replaceable disc (F) which is
located between the pad (C) and the sander body (G). It is designed to increase the dust collection efficiency and
control the pad speed while the unit is off the work surface. The disc is designed to be a consumable part and will
occasionally need to be replaced. Replacement is necessary when the pad speed increases very dramatically when
the unit is lifted from the work surface.
TO REPLACE YOUR CFS DISC (FIG. 6)
CAUTION: Turn off and unplug the tool before making any adjustments or removing or installing attachments or
accessories. Be sure the switch is in the OFF position.
a. Remove the three screws from the bottom of the pad.
b. Remove the pad (C).
c. Remove worn CFS disc (F).
d. To install the new CFS disc, place the spring side of the disc toward the sander.
e. Align the notches (H) on the CFS disc with the seams in the sander body.
f. Replace the pad and the three screws. Be careful not to over-tighten screws.
3. Don't use harsh chemicals or solvents to clean the tool. These chemicals could seriously damage the plastic
components of your sander.
4. Avoid overloading your sander. Overloading will result in a considerable reduction in speed and finish quality of
your work. The unit may also become hot. In this event, run sander at a no load condition for a minute or two.
5. If you wrap the cord around the tool when you store it, leave a generous loop of cord such that the strain relief
does not bend. This helps prevent premature cord failure.
Brush Replacement (Fig. 8, 9)
CAUTION: Turn off and unplug the tool before making any adjustments or removing or installing attachments or
accessories. Be sure the switch is in the OFF position.
TO REPLACE BRUSHES
1. Remove the three screws from the top cap and lift off top cap, as shown in Figure 8.
2. Pull the brush spring (I) back (be careful not to pull completely off) and slide out the old brush.
3. Pull the brush wire (J) which is connected to the brush, out of the motor field (K).
4. Plug the new brush wire back into the motor field.
5. Still holding the brush spring back, slide in the new brush with the wire coming out the top of the brush and release
the brush spring.
6. Repeat steps 1–5 for the second brush.
7. Replace the top cap and tighten the three screws. Be careful not to over-tighten screws.
8. Always replace both brushes.
Lubrication
Self lubricating bearings are used in the tool and periodic relubrication is not required. However, it is recommended that,
once a year, you take or send the tool to a service center for a thorough cleaning and inspection.
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.
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION: Use only impact sockets. Non-impact sockets may break and cause a hazardous condition. Inspect
sockets prior to use to ensure that it contains no cracks.
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost from your local service center. If you need
any assistance in locating any accessory, please contact D
VIC 3138 Australia or call 1800 654 155.
CAUTION: The use of any non-recommended accessory may be hazardous.
Guarantee
Applicable to hand held Power Tools, Lasers and Nailers.
Three Year Limited Warranty
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WALT will repair, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for three years from the date of
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purchase. Please return the complete unit, transportation prepaid, to any D
service station.
For warranty repair information, call 1800 654 155.
This warranty does not apply to
• Accessories
• Damage caused where repairs have been made or attempted by others.
• Damage due to misuse, neglect, wear and tear, alteration or modification.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights under the provisions of the Consumer
Guarantee Act 1993 (New Zealand only), Trade Practices Act 1974 and State Legislation (Australia only).
WALT Industrial Tool Co., 20 Fletcher Road, Mooroolbark,
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WALT Service Centre, or any authorised
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D26450-XE, D26451-XE
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In addition to the warranty, D
WALT tools are covered by our:
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FREE ONE YEAR SERVICE CONTRACT
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WALT will also maintain the tool for free at any time during the first year of purchase. This includes labour, parts and
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lubrication required to restore the product to sound mechanical and/or electrical condition. Normal wear parts are not
covered in this service. Carbon brushes worn more then 50% will be replaced.
NOTE: Three Year Warranty is not applicable to items deemed as consumables. Radial arm saws are covered by a one
(1) year warranty only. D
WALT Reserves the right to review its warranty policy prior to launch of any new business
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development products.
30 DAY NO SATISFACTION GUARANTEE
If you are dissatisfied with any D
WALT power tool, laser or nailer, for any reason, simply return it to the point of purchase
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with your sales receipt within 30 days for a replacement unit or a full refund.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 1800-654-155 for
a free replacement.
D26453-XE
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C
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