Alpha AIR-658 Instruction Manual

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MANUAL
®
Alpha
Pneumatic
Air Polisher
Instruction Manual
(Shown with optional Splash Guard / sold separately)
Part No: AIR-658
Version 3
For repair information call:
Headquarters, Oakland, NJ — (800) 648-7229
Due to specially designed components this machine must be serviced only
®
with genuine ALPHA
parts.
103 Bauer Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436 • 800-648-7229 • Fax: 800-286-0114
www.alpha-tools.com

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  • Page 1 Alpha Pneumatic Air Polisher Instruction Manual (Shown with optional Splash Guard / sold separately) Part No: AIR-658 Version 3 For repair information call: Headquarters, Oakland, NJ — (800) 648-7229 Due to specially designed components this machine must be serviced only ®...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety Instructions for Power Tools ..............3 Recommended Accessories ................5 Special Feature ....................5 Specifi cations ....................5 Accessories ..................... 5 Air-658 Overview ..................... 6 Tool Set-up Information ................... 6 Air Fitting and Pressure ................... 6 Lubrication ....................... 7 Spindle Size ..................... 7 Air Valve Lever ....................
  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing an Alpha ® Air Polisher. This polisher is the workhorse of a complete polishing system. A wide range of accessories help you perform many different tasks. This tool lets you grind, shape, bevel, contour and polish all kinds of granite and marble.
  • Page 4 KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors should be kept a safe distance from the work area. Keep out of reach of children. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. WEAR PROPER APPAREL.
  • Page 5: Recommended Accessories

    ® RECOMMENDED ALPHA ACCESSORIES Ceramica EX fl exible diamond polishing discs, waterproof Sandpaper discs, Hook and Loop Backed Felt Wheels, Core Drill Bits, Twistouch Turbo and Profi lers.
  • Page 6: Air-658 Overview

    AIR-658 OVERVIEW Adjustable Water Valve Rubber Body cover Internal Water Line Adjustable Air Valve 10 ft Air Hose Reversible Handle 10 ft Water Hose Rubber Splash Guard (optional / sold separately) TOOL SET-UP INFORMATION Unpack the tool carefully and study the helpful hints and warnings contained in this manual.
  • Page 7: Lubrication

    SPINDLE SIZE ® The Alpha AIR-658 air polisher features a 5/8”-11 size spindle. This tool has been designed for portable/shop production and uses all modern accessories. It is very important that you do not run anything heavier than the recommended accessories on this machine.
  • Page 8: Air Valve Lever

    to the ON position. This will produce 3,500 RPM. Do not try to vary the speed. The tool works best at full throttle only. Do not attempt to exceed the recommended speed by excess pressure. WATER CONTROL VALVE This valve lets you adjust the fl ow of water through the spindle.
  • Page 9: Water Supply Hose

    MAINTENANCE AND USAGE TIPS: Do not apply more force or pressure than the force created by the weight of the polisher itself. The polishing discs are designed to work properly under lightweight pressure. Applying excessive force or pressure may damage the disc and could shorten the life of the tool.
  • Page 10: C-Shaped Handle

    fi tting. Groove Water Fitting C-SHAPED HANDLE ® ® When used with Alpha Core Bits and Alpha Profi lers, the “C-Shape” handle allows the operator to have better control and stability during operation. (Part No. 21A) INSTALLING C-SHAPED HANDLE Slide C-Shaped Place fl...
  • Page 11: Pneumatic Air Polisher Schematic

    ALPHA ® PNEUMATIC AIR POLISHER SCHEMATIC Optional Accessories...
  • Page 12: Air Polisher Parts List

    ® ALPHA PNEUMATIC AIR POLISHER PARTS LIST (VERSION 3) DRAWING NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QUANTITY 658-01 Screw M4x10 658-02 Pipe-joint Assembly 516-44 Oil Seal AWP-21A C-shaped Handle for Air Tools* 658-09 W-pipe 658-10 Head Packing 658-11 Body 658-12 Body Cover...
  • Page 13 ® ALPHA PNEUMATIC AIR POLISHER PARTS LIST (VERSION 3) DRAWING NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QUANTITY 658-43 Screw M4x10 658-45 Wave Washer 658-46 Nut M-14 658-47 O-Ring 658-50 Valve Lever 658-51 Screw M4x15 658-54 Nipple 133229 Water Hose 8mm ODx10ft (3m)
  • Page 14: Accessories And Factory Service

    Toll-Free Number: 800-648-7229 ® Limited Warranty of Alpha Air Polisher (AIR-658) for the USA and Canada ONLY! ® Alpha Professional Tools warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of original retail purchase ®...
  • Page 15: Product Registration

    Note: Serial & Model Number must be included for proper registration. (800) 648-7229 Register online at: www.alpha-tools.com/productregistration.aspx Mail or Fax to: Alpha Professional Tools ® 103 Bauer Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436 Fax: 800-286-0114 Photocopy of product registration form will be accepted.
  • Page 16 103 Bauer Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436 • 800-648-7229 • Fax: 800-286-0114 www.alpha-tools.com Copyright © 2009 Alpha Professional Tools. All rights reserved. 01/2010...

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