Flex LD 16-8 125 R, Original Operating Instructions

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LD 16-8 125 R / LDE 16-8 125 R
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Speed preselection
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To set the operating speed, move the dial
to the required value.
CAUTION!
Risk of injury from disintegration of the tool.
Use a tool appropriate for the task at hand.
NOTE
Avoid exerting excess pressure on the tool
when sanding/grinding at low speed (1-3) as
it will otherwise quickly overheat.
Using a dust extraction system
NOTE
The use of a class M FLEX dust extractor is
recommended.

Connect suction hose to the 32 mm
connector.

Engage the suction hose in the hose
retainer.

Connect the suction hose to the dust
extraction system. Observe the operating
instructions of the dust extraction
system. Check the attachment. Use a
suitable adapter if necessary.
NOTE
If your dust extraction system needs a
special connection (i.e. a connection other
than the 32 mm/36 mm standard
connection included in the items supplied
with the power tool), contact the dust
extractor vendor to obtain a suitable
adapter.
Working with the power tool
WARNING!
The rotating sanding plate must not come
into contact with sharp, protruding items.
Risk of kickback! Sanding plate damage. If
the sanding plate is damaged or heavily
worn, it must be replaced without fail.
CAUTION!
Always hold the power tool firmly with both
hands.
1. Secure abrasive.
2. Connect dust extraction system.
3. Insert the mains plug.
4. Switch on dust extraction.
5. Switch on the power tool.
6. Bring the renovation sander into
position on the work surface.
The brush ring / rubber suction ring
must be flush with the work surface.
7. Increase pressure to bring the sanding
plate into contact with the work surface.
Sweep the renovation sander with
overlapping movements when doing
this.
8. For sanding in corners:
– Switch off the power tool and wait until
the abrasive has stopped moving.
– Pull out the swivelling edge segment
and swivel it to the left.