Nordic BS-L0218, Operating Manual

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To empty the dust collection bag:
• Remove the battery pack.
• Remove the dust collection bag from the sander.
• Unzip the dust bag
• Shake out the dust.
• Zip up the dust bag.
• Replace the dust collection bag.
NOTE: Periodically, you should turn the dust bag inside out and thoroughly clean it.
OPERATING THE SANDER
Secure the work to prevent it from moving under the
sander.
WARNING: Unsecured work could be thrown
towards the operator causing injury.
• Turn the sander on and let the motor reach its maximum
speed before placing the sander on the work surface.
• Lower the sander to the work surface with a slight
forward motion.
• Move the sander slowly over the work surface, using the
rear handle to control the sander and the front handle to guide the sander.
NOTE: Allowing the sander to remain in one place will result in an uneven surface.
WARNING: Keep a firm grip on the sander with both hands at all times. Failure to do so could result in
loss of control leading to possible serious injury.
The sander is designed to provide the proper weight on the sanding belt. Excessive pressure will result in
the following:
• Uneven work
• Clogged sanding belts
• Premature sanding belt wear
• Possible motor burnout
• Irregular sanding belt tracking
PROPER HAND PLACEMENT
For ease of operation and maintaining proper control, the sander has a front handle and a rear handle.
These handles allow two-handed operation, which aids in maintaining control, keeping the sanding area
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OPERATION
To attach the dust collection bag:

Remove the battery pack.
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Slide the dust bag retainer over the blower exhaust
hole on the sander.
For more efficient operation, empty the dust collection bag
when it is no more than half full. This action permits the air
to flow through the bag better. Always empty and clean the
dust collection bag thoroughly upon completion of a
sanding operation and before placing the sander in
storage.
To empty the dust collection bag:

Remove the battery pack.

Remove the dust collection bag from the sander.

Unzip the dust bag

Shake out the dust.

Zip up the dust bag.

Replace the dust collection bag.
NOTE: Periodically, you should turn the dust bag
inside out and thoroughly clean it.
OPERATING THE SANDER

Secure the work to prevent it from moving under
the sander.

Turn the sander on and let the motor reach its
maximum speed before placing the sander on
the work surface.

Lower the sander to the work surface with a
slight forward motion.

Move the sander slowly over the work surface,
using the rear handle to control the sander and
the front handle to guide the sander.
NOTE: Allowing the sander to remain in one
place will result in an uneven surface.
The sander is designed to provide the proper weight on
the sanding belt. Excessive pressure will result in the
following:

Uneven work

Clogged sanding belts

Premature sanding belt wear

Possible motor burnout

Irregular sanding belt tracking
PROPER HAND PLACEMENT
For ease of operation and maintaining proper control, the
sander has a front handle and a rear handle. These
handles allow two-handed operation, which aids in
maintaining control, keeping the sanding area level with
the workpiece, and keeping hands clear of the sanding
belt. When operating the sander, always hold the front
handle with your left hand and the rear handle with your
right hand.
WARNING:
Keep a firm grip on the sander with both hands at all
times. Failure to do so could result in loss of control
leading to possible serious injury.
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:
Collected sanding dust from sanding surface coatings
such as polyurethanes, linseed oil, etc., can self-ignite
in the sander dust collection bag or elsewhere and
cause fire. To reduce the risk of fire, always empty the
dust bag frequently (10-15 minutes) while sanding and
never store or leave a sander without totally emptying
its dust bag. Also follow the recommendations of the
coating’s manufacturers.
WARNING:
Unsecured work could be thrown towards the
operator causing injury.