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Description of symbols

The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These 

represent important information about the product or 

instructions on its use.

Wear hearing protection. 

Wear eye protection. 

Wear breathing protection.

Double insulated 

for additional protection.
Conforms to relevant standards for

electromagnetic compatibility.

Specifications

Voltage:                                        230-240V ~ 50Hz
Power rating:                                240W 
No load speed:                              12,000 OPM
Sandpaper type:                             Standard 1/4 sheet, 

hook and loop

Base size:                                     103mm x 110mm
Net weight:                                   1.5kg
Sound pressure level:                      81 dB(A)

Dear Customer

If you require any help with your product, whether it 

is a Warranty claim, spare part or user information, 

please phone our Help Line for an immediate response. 

Phone 1300 880 001 in Australia or 0800 445 721 in 

New Zealand.

Introduction

Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your 

expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent 

GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance 

criteria.
You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, 

and, with proper care, it will give you many years of 

dependable service.

CAUTION.

 

Carefully read through this entire Instruction 

Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take 

special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.
Your GMC power tool has many features that will make 

your job faster and easier. Safety, performance, and 

dependability have been given top priority in the 

development of this tool, making it easy to maintain 

and operate.

Environmental protection

Recycle unwanted materials instead of 

disposing of them as waste. All tools, hoses 

and packaging should be sorted, taken to 

the local recycling centre and disposed of 

in an environmentally safe way.

Summary of Contents for SA146

Page 1: ...SA146 050525 ED3 CH Melbourne Perth Auckland Hong Kong Shanghai Taipei New York Verona London Paris INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1 4 Sheet Palm Sander ...

Page 2: ...be verified This warranty does not include damage or defects to the tool caused by or resulting from abuse accidents alterations or commercial or business use It also does not cover any bonus accessories unless the tool is a GMC Platinum Professional model Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place Conditions apply to the above warranty If you need direction of what constitutes a fr...

Page 3: ...tralia or 0800 445 721 in New Zealand Introduction Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your expectations It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate and with proper care it will give you many years of dependable service CAUTION Carefully read through this entire Instruction Manu...

Page 4: ...utdoor extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock Personal safety Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious person...

Page 5: ...ower tool serviced by a qualified repair personnel using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained Additional safety rules for sanders Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out any adjustment servicing or maintenance Fully unwind cable drum extensions to avoid potential overheating When an extension cable is required you must ensure...

Page 6: ...Ensure that you have removed foreign objects such as nails and screws from the work before commencing sanding Rags cloths cord string and the like should never be left around the work area Wear goggles Wear ear defenders Wear a breathing mask Contents of carton Dust extraction canister Dust extraction adaptor Paper hole punch Instruction manual Assembly The GMC 1 4 Sheet Sander is packed fully ass...

Page 7: ...ear handle 3 On off switch 4 Sanding platen 5 Hook loop base 6 Paper clamp 7 Dust extraction port 8 Dust extraction adapter 9 Dust extraction canister 10 Washable dust bag 11 Hole punch Know your product 10 6 4 5 7 3 2 8 9 1 ...

Page 8: ...platen on the workpiece 4 Move the sander over the surface of the work in a circular motion with an even moderate pressure CAUTION Where possible clamp smaller workpieces to the bench NOTE If there are still scratches on your work after sanding try either of the following 1 Go back to a coarser grit and sand the marks out before recommencing with the original grit 2 Try using new sandpaper of the ...

Page 9: ...ar of the base material WARNING Never use the sander unless the entire base is fitted with sandpaper or another type of pad Using the hole punch 1 If the sandpaper installed does not have holes it will be necessary to punch holes into the sandpaper using the hole punch 11 provided 2 Place the hole punch on a level surface 3 After fitting the sandpaper to the sander align the base of the sander wit...

Page 10: ...e making any adjustments or maintenance procedures Keep the tool s air vents unclogged and clean at all times Regularly check to see if any dust or foreign matter has entered the grills near the motor and around the on off switch Use a soft brush to remove any accumulated dust Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes whilst cleaning If the body of the tool needs cleaning wipe it with a soft damp c...

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Page 12: ...ce to make suggestions or give comments about any GMC product With continuing product development changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual The manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice Note Specifications may differ from country to country The GMC 777 Helpline operates from 7am to 7pm 7 day...

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