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LOCK-ON BUTTON
Your sander is equipped with a lock-on feature,
which is convenient when continuously sanding
for extended periods of time is required (Fig. 6).
To lock the switch ON, depress the trigger
switch (1), push in and hold the lock-on button
(2) located at the left side of the handle, then
release the trigger. Release the lock-on button
and your sander will continue running. To turn
the sander OFF, depress and release the trigger
switch to release the lock-on button.
SANDPAPER SELECTION
Selecting the correct grit and type of sandpaper
is extremely important in achieving a high
quality sanded finish. Aluminum oxide, silicon
carbide and other synthetic abrasives are best
for power sanding. Natural abrasives such as
flint and garnet are too soft for economical use
in power sanding.
In general, coarse grit will remove most material.
Fine grit will produce the best finish in all
sanding operations. The condition of the surface
to be sanded will determine which grit will do the
best job.
NOTE: Where the sandpaper grits are shown
numerically, higher numbers indicate finer grit
and lower numbers indicate coarser grit.
If the surface is rough, start with a coarse grit
and sand until the surface is uniform. Medium
grit may then be used to remove scratches left
by the coarser grit. Fine grit should be used for
finishing the surface. Always continue sanding
with each grit until the surface is uniform.
SANDING
Clamp or otherwise secure your workpiece to
prevent it from moving under the sander while
being sanded. Secure the workpiece in a vice if
possible.
WARNING:
Any unsecured workpiece
could be thrown toward the operator causing
injury.
Place the sander on the workpiece so the
complete sanding pad surface is in contact with
the workpiece. Turn the sander ON by
squeezing the trigger switch. Move the sander
slowly over the workpiece making successive
passes in parallel lines. When sanding wood,
make sure you move the sander parallel to the
grain and not across the grain. This will make
finish sanding more efficient and smoother.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING
For safety reasons, the operator must
read the sections of this Owner
’s Manual
entitled "GENERAL SAFETY
WARNINGS", "POWER TOOL SAFETY",
"SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES",
"EXTENSION CORD SAFETY" and
"SYMBOLS" before using this sander.
Verify the following every time the sander
is used:
1.
Sandpaper is in good condition and
properly installed on the sander.
2. The workpiece is properly secured
and free from any foreign objects.
3. Safety glasses, safety goggles, or
face shield is being worn.
4. Hearing protection and dust mask
are being worn.
Failure to adhere to these safety rules
can greatly increase the chances of
serious injury.
WARNING
!
!
Fig. 6