SET UP
Assembly and Transport
Installing Abrasive Paper
1.
The HT8-1.2 breaks down into three component
parts, the main body, handle assembly and dust
tube for easy handling and transport. To
assemble loosen the Clamp Bracket Ref.21 and
slide the handle assembly into the Handle
Bracket Ref.51. Adjust the height of the handle
so that your arms are slightly bent when standing
upright behind the machine. This will provide
you with maximum control in operation. Tighten
the clamp bracket firmly. Always ensure that the
clamp bracket is tight, check periodically during
use.
2.
Connect the Cable Handle Ref.20 to the Body
Twist Lock Ref.24 at the rear right hand side of the
floor sander body. Align the plug with the pins,
push in and twist clockwise to lock.
3.
Slide the Exhaust Tube Ref.59 into the Exhaust
Bracket Ref.56 and push fully home.
4.
Fit a paper dust bag following the instructions
printed on the bag. If a cloth bag is used ensure
that it is tied securely around the dust tube neck
and that the bag is in good condition with no
holes.
5.
To prepare the floor sander for use place the
machine on the floor and remove the main cable
from it's storage position on the handle
assembly.
Check that the cable is in good
condition and that all fittings are secure.
6.
To dismantle the floor sander reverse procedure
1 to 5 above.
7.
Always ensure that the floor sander is secure and
cannot move when being transported in a
vehicle.
The floor sander is heavy. Take care
when lifting and carrying the machine.
1.
Ensure the power cable is disconnected from the
power supply.
2.
Tip the floor sander back so that it rests on the
handle.
3.
Lift the Drum Guard Ref.35 and turn the Drum
Ref.168 to expose the Paper Clamp Bar Ref.175.
Take care not to trap your fingers when turning
the drum.
4.
Loosen the 2 Paper Clamp Screws Ref.174 with a
coin or suitable screw driver so that the clamp
bar raises about 1/2“ (12mm) only. DO NOT
remove the screws completely.
5.
Select a suitable grade of abrasive paper (see
Abrasive Paper Guide on page 5). To help install
course grit abrasive papers draw the smooth side
(back) of the paper over the edge of a work
bench to make it curl .
6.
Kneeling in front of the machine place one end of
the abrasive paper under the clamp bar so that
the notches align with the clamp bar screws and
clamp bar.
Carefully holding the abrasive paper in place
rotate the drum 1 revolution. Tuck the other end
of the abrasive paper under the clamp bar and
use both hands to squeeze the sheet tight around
the drum. Make sure it is square to the edges of
the drum with no overlap and both ends of the
abrasive sheet are equal distance under the
paper clamp bar.
Firmly tighten the two clamp bar screws. Check
the abrasive sheet is skin tight around the drum.
If in doubt repeat the above procedure. Loose or
damaged abrasive sheets will tear during
sanding and can be expensive to keep replacing.
Damage may also occur to the floor and floor
sander.
7.
Lower the drum guard and stand the machine
up. The floor sander is now ready for use.
Note: Use Hiretech genuine floor sander abrasives
for the best sanding performance and finish. They
will also reduce the risk of tearing due to poor fit
which is a common problem with generic and non
standard abrasives.
1.
Where possible remove all furniture from the
area or room. The HT8-1.2 Floor Sander
features an efficient dust pickup, however, some
dust will escape.
2.
Remove all tacks, staples and other unwanted
fixings from the floor. Failure to do so will result
in damage to the abrasive paper and sanding
drum.
3.
Punch all nails below the surface of the floor
using a suitable nail punch and hammer. Any
screws used to fix boards should be counter sunk
below the surface. During sanding any nails or
screws that become exposed must be punched or
counter sunk further.
4.
Firmly fix all loose boards or blocks.
5.
Remove heavy wax, grease and dirt deposits by
hand.
6.
Sweep and vacuum the floor thoroughly to
remove dirt and discarded fixings.
7.
Ensure good ventilation by opening windows.
PREPARATION
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