Maximum 054-7291-6, Instruction Manual

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TURNING THE SANDER ON AND OFF (FIG. E)
• To turn on the sander: Depress the switch trigger.
• To turn off the sander: Release the switch trigger.
LOCK-ON BUTTON
The sander is equipped with a “lock-on” button that allows
continuous operation.
• To lock switch ON: Depress the switch trigger, push in the
lock-on button, and release the switch trigger.
• To unlock switch: Depress and release the switch trigger.
VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL DIAL (FIG. F)
The sander has a variable speed control dial, 1 (slowest) to 6
(fastest), designed to allow operator control of belt speed. To
increase belt speed, turn the variable speed control dial to a
higher setting. Turn to a lower setting to decrease belt speed.
SANDING OPERATION
• Clamp or otherwise secure the workpiece to prevent it
from moving under the sander.
• Before placing sander on work surface, squeeze the switch
trigger and let the motor reach its maximum speed, then
lower the sander to the work surface with a slight forward motion.
To adjust the belt: (if necessary)
• Plug in the cord with the tool OFF.
• Set the variable speed control dial to the lowest setting.
• Hold handle of sander with one hand and tilt the sander so
that the belt is facing the operator.
• Turn tool ON by pressing the trigger.
• Slowly turn the belt adjustment knob until the belt returns
to the proper position.
• Release the trigger and make sure that the belt has come to a complete stop
before setting the tool down.
INSTALLING THE DUST COLLECTION BAG (FIG. C)
The dust bag provides a dust collection system for the sander.
It should be installed over the exhaust hole located on the side
of the sander. For more efficient operation, empty dust bag
when half full.
Do not connect sander to power source before installing dust
bag.
To install dust bag:
• Unplug the sander.
• Place the opening of dust bag over dust exhaust of the sander.
ATTACHING VACUUM HOSE (FIG. D )
When the dust bag is removed from the tool, a vacuum hose
accessory (available separately) can be attached to the dust
port. To use this feature, attach the vacuum hose to the dust
port, then connect the opposite end of the vacuum hose to
a shop vacuum cleaner. A 2-in-1 vacuum adaptor is included
for connection of this tool to a 1 7/8 or 2 1/2” (4.8 or 6.4 cm)
vacuum hose. A 1 1/4” (3.2 cm) vacuum hose may be connected
directly to the tool without an adaptor.
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WARNING!
Do not use the dust collection bag when sanding metal.
Using the dust collection bag when sanding metal creates a
fire hazard, which could damage the tool and lead to serious
personal injury.
WARNING!
• Unsecured workpiece could be thrown back toward operator
causing injury.
• The tool should not be in contact with the workpiece surface
when you turn the tool on or off. Otherwise a poor sanding
finish or damage of the belt may result.
• Keep a firm grip on sander with both hands at all times.
Failure to do so could result in loss of control leading to
possible serious injury.
WARNING!
Before connecting the sander to a power source, make sure it
is not in the locked-on position. Failure to do so could result in
accidental starting of the tool resulting in serious injury.