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Page 1: Instruction Manual
MANUAL Alpha Variable ® Speed Wet Polisher Instruction Manual Model No.: VSP-120 Version 5 WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand instruction manual! 103 Bauer Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436 • 800-648-7229 • Fax: 800-286-0114 www.alpha-tools.com... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Specific Safety Rules ................8 Use Proper Extension Cords ..............9 Grounding Instructions ................9 Additional Precautions for using the VSP-120 ........10 Laws and Regulations Of Noise Levels ..........11 VSP-120 Variable Speed Wet Polisher Operation..........12 Main Connection ..................12 Switching On and Off ................ -
Page 3: Vsp-120 Overview
VSP-120 OVErViEw Speed Adjuster Power Switch “C” Handle Water Valve In-line GFCI Center Water Feed Water Line Splash Guard G a r d e n H o s e Adapter SPECiFiCATiONS Working Power Supply ............Single-phase AC, 50/60 Hz Voltage.................. 120V Plug Type ................ -
Page 4: Accessories
ACCESSORIES Figure-2 COMPONENTS: Side Handle (Part No. 210074) Wrench (Part No. 210073) Band Clamp (Part No. 210088) Splash Guard (Part No. 210089) Spare Set of Carbon Brushes (Part No. 210048) -
Page 5: Introduction
iNTrODUCTiON Thank you for purchasing the Alpha® Wet Polisher. Please read this instruction manual thoroughly to ensure safety and correct use of the polisher. Keep this manual in a place where operators can access it easily whenever necessary. ABOUT THE SYMBOLS According to the hazard level, all safety notes in this manual are classified into “DANGER”, “WARNING”, and “CAUTION”. -
Page 6: General Safety Rules
CAUTION The following are important notes for products, operation, and maintenance applicable to this polisher. GENERAL SAFETY RULES wOrK ArEA • Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. • Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. -
Page 7: Tool Use And Care
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts or drawn into air vents. • A void accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on, invites accidents. -
Page 8: Service
• Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used on another tool. SErViCE T ool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. -
Page 9: Use Proper Extension Cords
10. Do not abuse cord. Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire. 11. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. -
Page 10: Grounding Instructions
Never connect the green (or green and yellow) wire to a live terminal. ADDiTiONAL PrECAUTiONS FOr USiNG THE VSP-120 In addition to the general safety notes described on the preceding pages, please read and observe the following precautionary notes before using the polisher. -
Page 11: Laws And Regulations Of Noise Levels
Do not leave the disc while spinning on the bench, floor or surface of your workpiece. It may cause an accident or injury. 10. Attach the backer pad and polishing disc correctly by following the procedure in this instruction manual. Attaching the polishing discs incorrectly may cause an accident. 11. Observe any suspicious abnormal noises when a polishing disc is attached for the first time and polisher is turned ON. It may cause bodily injury if the polishing disc flies off. 12. -
Page 12: Vsp-120 Variable Speed Wet Polisher Operation
VSP-120 VARIABLE SPEED WET POLISHER OPERATION DANGER! Always be sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged before adjusting or checking function on tool. MAiN CONNECTiON Connect only to single-phase AC current supply and only to the main voltage specified on the rating plate. -
Page 13: Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (Gfci)
GrOUND FAULT CirCUiT iNTErrUPTEr (GFCi) A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter is built in-line with the power supply cord to protect the operator from electric shock. GFCI Information. Wet Polisher is provided with an in-line GFCI as a standard accessory ® –... -
Page 14: Testing In-Line Gfci Unit
(Before Each Use Of The Polisher) TESTiNG iN-LiNE GFCi UNiT • Connect polisher to a single phase AC power supply. • Verify that the indicator lens shows red (indicating output voltage). • Press the test button to verify that the red in the indicator lens disappears. •... -
Page 15: Speed Pot Feedback Sensor
SPEED POT FEEDBACK SENSOr This polisher is equipped with a Closed Loop Feedback sensor that is attached to the speed pot. When a load is applied to the tool, the sensor will re-adjust the RPM to maintain a constant speed. wATEr CONTrOL VALVE CAUTION! Adjust the water flow to wet the stone and remove waste, excessive spray and... -
Page 16: Side Handle Installation
SiDE HANDLE iNSTALLATiON CAUTION! During the use of Alpha Core Bits and Profilers, use of the center handle is ® recommended. The center handle will allow the operator to have better control and ease of operation during these applications. To switch from center handle to side handle, follow the steps below: Remove both side crews from center handle. -
Page 17: Customizing Splash Guard
CUSTOMiZiNG THE SPLASH GUArD The splash guard can be cut to different heights according to the application to be performed. Cutting: Using a pair of scissors or other cutting instrments, choose the Grooved Cut Lines desired height according to the application to be performed adn cut along the grooved cut lines, as shown in Figure-15... -
Page 18: Splash Guard Installation
SPLASH GUArD iNSTALLATiON CAUTION! The splash guard should be used to prevent the Groove water and dust from going inside the tool. Failure to do so can shorten the life of your tool and void the limited warranty. Install the rubber splash guard into the tool so that the lip on the splash guard fits into the groove on the tool and the... -
Page 19: Profiler And Other Approved Spindle Attachments
Do not leave threaded accessories on the spindle of the tool for extended periods of time, as this may result in making it difficult to remove these accessories. The VSP-120 polisher has a 5/8”-11 center water-feed spindle thread. To attach a profiler wheel or other... -
Page 20: Maintenance
CAUTION! Always wear safety goggles or a face shield during operation. Never switch on the tool when it is in contact with the workpiece, it may cause an injury to operator. Never run the tool without properly installed accessories. Make sure that the water valve is closed. Connect the garden hose adapter to the water source. -
Page 21: Bearings And Gears
Periodic maintenance is done to check the tool and to minimize down time. These checks are done based on hours of operation and operating conditions. Operating condition can vary depending on the work surface and job being preformed. If the tool is not used for a long period of time the carbon brushes should be checked and the commutator cleaned, before putting the tool back into operation. -
Page 22: Rear Cover Removal
rEAr COVEr rEMOVAL Gently pull water tube away from holder. Figure-24 Release the tube from the holder. Figure-25 Unwrap 3 inches of the coiled harness. Figure-26 Remove the 2 screws from the valve bracket. Figure-27... - Page 23 Pull the valve assembly away from mount. Figure-28 Remove the rear case screw. Figure-29 Hold polisher with one hand and pull the rear case straight back with the other hand. NOTE: Do not twist case in a side to side motion when pulling back.
- Page 24 Carbon Brush Carbon Brush Spring Holder Carbon Brush Wire Figure-32 Lift the spring from the carbon brush and lace on the side of the brush holder. 10. Remove the carbon brush wire spade connector from the terminal post and then remove the carbon brush.
- Page 25 11. You can also remove the carbon brush by removing the screw and pulling the holder out with a pair of needle nose pliers. 12. With the carbon brush holder removed, you can check and clean the armature commutator. The commutator is the contact points that the carbon brushes ride on when the motor is running.
- Page 26 16. The commutator should be clean and shiny; if it is dull and black, you can clean it with a commutator cleaning stone. C lean D i r t y Figure-38 Figure-39 17. To clean the commutator, press the commutator cleaning stone against the commutator and rotate the armature by turning the spindle shaft by hand.
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Page 27: Alpha Vsp-120 Schematic
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Page 28: Alpha Vsp-120 Parts List
® ALPHA VSP-120 PARTS LIST DRAWING NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QUANTITY 210001 Screw M4×14 210002 Spring Washer 4 210003 Plain Washer 4 210004 Shower Bolt 210109 Output Shaft with Nitriding 120V (5/8”-11UNC) 210006 Key 3×10 210090 Gear Case Cover 210008 Oil lip seal B16×28×7D... - Page 29 ® ALPHA VSP-120 PARTS LIST DRAWING NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QUANTITY 210039 Rubber Bearing Seat 210106 Windshield 210041 Self-tapping Screw ST4.2×70 210042 Field Coil 210099 Brand Label 210091 Field Coil Case 210092 Data Label 210046 Carbon Brush Holder 210047 Coil Spring...
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Page 30: Services And Warranty Information
30 days. An authorized signature is required for the credit card ® being used. A second signature is required as an agreement of the overall policy. NEED MOrE iNFOrMATiON For information on Alpha Professional Tools® complete product line, visit us on the web at www.alpha-tools.com... -
Page 31: Alpha Tool Repair Service
® and workmanship for a period of 180 days from the date of original retail purchase (proof of purchase required). If Alpha Professional Tools® receives notice of such defects during the warranty period, our obligation assumed under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of parts, without charge. - Page 32 This polisher is a variable speed polisher with an rPM range of 500 – 2,800. What shall I do if my VSP-120 breaks down and I need to complete the job immediately? This largely depends upon the time frame involved. The first step would be to check and replace the carbon brushes.
- Page 33 Professional Tools directly at 800-648-7229. Can I use my VSP-120 as a wet cutting tool with a diamond blade? No. The VSP-120 only has a 2,800 no load rPM rating. This is not enough rPM for cutting applications with a diamond blade. it is unsafe to use the VSP-120 as a cutting tool.
- Page 34 Can I use the VSP-120 for drilling applications such as faucet holes? Yes. The VSP-120 can be used with Alpha® Core Bits to drill faucet mounting holes. we recommend using the provided C-Handle attachment and a template. How many gallons of water does the Alpha® VSP-120 use per minute? The Alpha®...
- Page 35 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 36 103 Bauer Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436 • 800-648-7229 • Fax: 800-286-0114 www.alpha-tools.com Copyright 2013 Alpha Professional Tools. All rights reserved. © Assembled in China Last revised: 12/2013...
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