Operation; Maintenance; Protecting The Environment - Black & Decker SS200 Instruction Manual

ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
► Paint should be removed in such a manner as to
minimize the amount of dust generated.
► Areas where paint removal is occurring should be
sealed with plastic sheeting of 4 mils thickness.
► Sanding should be done in a manner to reduce tracking
of paint dust outside the work area.
CLEANING
► 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.
► 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.
► All toys, washable furniture and utensils used by
children should be washed thoroughly before being
used again.
ASSEMBLY
Warning! To reduce the risk of injury, make sure that
the tool is switched off and unplugged before
performing any of the following assembly.
Fitting sanding sheets (Fig. B)
► Soften the sanding sheet by rubbing its non-abrasive
side over the edge of a work table.
► Press the paper clamp levers (3) upwards to release
them from the retaining grooves and open the paper
clamps by pressing them down.
► Place the sheet onto the sanding base.
► Insert the edge of the sanding sheet into the front paper
clamp as shown.
► Press the front paper clamp lever (3) downwards and
locate it in the retaining groove.
► While keeping a slight tension on the sheet, insert the
rear edge of the sheet into the rearpaper clamp.
► Press the rear paper clamp lever (3) downwards and
locate it in the retaining groove.

OPERATION

Warning! To reduce the risk of injury, let the tool
work at its own pace. Do not overload.
Switching on and off (Fig. C)
► To switch the tool on, press the part of the on/off switch
(1) marked 'I'.
► To switch the tool off, press the part of the on/off switch
(1) marked '0'.
HINTS FOR OPTIMUM USE
► Do not place your hands over the ventilation slots.
► Do not exert too much pressure on the tool.
► Regularly check the condition of the sanding sheet.
Replace when necessary.
► Always sand with the grain of the wood.
► When sanding new layers of paint before applying
another layer, use extra fine grit.
► On very uneven surfaces, or when removing layers of
paint, start with a coarse grit. On other surfaces, start
with a medium grit. In both cases, gradually change to
a fine grit for a smooth finish.

MAINTENANCE

Your tool has been designed to operate over a long period
of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regular cleaning.
► Clear the cooling vents and slots with a clean,
dry paint brush.
► Clean the housing with a clean, damp cloth.
Do not use solvents.
ACCESSORIES
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are avail-
able at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized serv-
ice center.
Warning! The use of any accessory not recommended
for use with this tool could be hazardous.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

Separate collection. This product must not be
disposed of with normal household waste. Should
you find one day that your Black & Decker product
needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to
you, do not dispose of it with household waste.
Make this product available for separate collection.
Separate collection of used products and packaging
allows materials to be recycled and used again.
Re-use of recycled materials helps prevent
environmental pollution and reduces the demand
for raw materials. Local regulations may provide for
separate collection of electrical products from the
household, at municipal waste sites or by the
retailer when you purchase a new product.
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