Black & Decker KA161, Instruction Manual

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When the front part of the tip is worn, detach it from the
sheet, reverse it and press it onto the sanding base again.
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When the whole tip is worn, remove it from the sanding
base and fit a new tip.
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The polishing foam and pads (14) can be fitted the same
way as the sanding sheets.
Tip of the sanding base (fig. C)
When the sanding base tip (5) or tip holder (4) is worn, it can
be reversed or replaced. Spare parts are available from your
Black & Decker dealer.
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Remove the screw (8).
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Reverse or replace the worn part.
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Fit and tighten the screw.
Finger attachment (fig. D)
The finger attachment is used for fine detail sanding.
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Remove the screw (8).
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Remove the diamond-shaped tip holder (4) from the
sanding base.
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Fit the finger attachment (6) onto the sanding base.
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Fit and tighten the screw.
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Fit the appropiate sanding sheet (12) onto the finger
attachment.
Profile attachment (KA161K only) (fig. E)
The profile attachment is used for contour sanding.
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Remove the screw (8).
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Remove the diamond-shaped tip holder (4) from the
sanding base.
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Fit the profile attachment (7) onto the sanding base.
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Fit and tighten the screw.
Fitting and removing a sanding profile (fig. F1 & F2)
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Choose the sanding profile most suitable for your application.
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Place one end of the sanding profile (9) into the recess at
the front end of the profile holder (7).
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Push the other end of the sanding profile until it clicks
into place.
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To remove the sanding profile, push it forward and pull
the rear end out of the profile holder (fig. F2).
Fitting a sanding sheet onto a sanding profile (fig. G)
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Align the sanding sheet (13) with the sanding profile (9).
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Press the sanding sheet onto the sanding profile, making
sure that the sanding sheet follows the shape of the profile.
Use
Warning! Do not cover the ventilation slots when using the
tool. Hold the tool as shown in fig. H. Make sure that the
sanding base is flat on the workpiece.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner (fig. I)
The tool has an adaptor to connect it to a vacuum cleaner
when sanding wood. To connect the tool to a vacuum cleaner,
proceed as follows:
Warning! Make sure that the tool is switched off and unplugged.
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Fit the dust extraction connector (2) onto the adapter at
the back of the tool.
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Connect the hose of a suitable vacuum cleaner to the
connector.
Switching on and off (fig. J)
Warning!
Before connecting the tool to the power supply,
make sure it is switched off.
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To switch the tool on, press the part of the on/off switch (1)
marked ‘I’.
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To switch the tool off, press the part of the on/off switch (1)
marked ‘0’.
Accessories
The performance of your tool depends on the accessory used.
Black & Decker and Piranha accessories are engineered to
high quality standards and designed to enhance the performance
of your tool. By using these accessories you will get the very
best from your tool.
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.
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Clear the cooling vents and slots with a clean, dry paint
brush.
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Clean the housing with a clean, damp cloth. Do not use
solvents.
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
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Safely dispose of the old plug.
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Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in the new plug.
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Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
Warning! No connection is to be made to the earth terminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality
plugs. Recommended fuse: 5 A.
Protecting the environment
Black & Decker provides a facility for recycling
Black & Decker products once they have reached the
end of their working life. This service is provided
free of charge. To take advantage of this service
please return your product to any authorised repair
agent who will collect them on our behalf.