16. Remove the polishing bonnet from
the backing pad. Using the polishing
bonnet, remove the wax from all hard to
reach areas of the vehicle.
SANDING
1. Make sure that the surface to be sanded
is wiped clean of all dirt and debris,
especially that of previous courser
sanding sessions, which will scratch the
surface of a finer grit sanding session.
2. Attach the desired grit sanding disk onto
the backing pad.
3. Rotate the speed dial to select the
desired speed setting.
4. Plug the power cord of the polisher/
sander into a grounded 120 volt,
electrical outlet.
5. To start, grip the polisher/sander firmly
with both hands, depress the lock out
safety button and then squeeze trigger.
6. Wait until the polisher/sander has
reached full speed, then gently contact
the surface.
7. Keep heavy pressure off of the polisher/
sander when operating. Allow the
sanding disk to do the work.
8. Move the polisher/sander in a uniform
pattern up and down or side to side as
you sand to ensure even sanding.
9. Periodically, stop the polisher/sander and
check for possible disc wear. Replace
used or worn sanding discs when necessary.
10. When finished, turn off and unplug the
polisher/sander.
11. Allow the tool to come to a complete
stop before setting it down.
12. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool
and disconnect its power supply after
use. Clean, then store the tool indoors
out of children’s reach.
OPERATION
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OPERATION
WARNING: Read the entire important
safety information section at the beginning
of this manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set up or use
of this product.
INSTALLING THE BACKING PAD/ FOAM PAD
1. The accessory MUST be:
• Rated to at least 4,200 RPM.
•
No larger than 6 in. (152 mm) in diameter.
• Fitted with a threaded opening of 5/8 in.
x 11 in. TPI.
• Undamaged.
• A backing pad.
2. Press in and hold the spindle lock button
to prevent the spindle from turning.
3. Thread the backing pad onto the spindle
until firmly secured in place.
WORKPIECE AND WORK AREA SET UP
1. Designate a work area that is clean and
well-lit. The work area must not allow
access by children or pets to prevent
distraction and injury.
2. Route the power cord along a safe route
to reach the work area without creating
a tripping hazard or exposing the power
cord to possible damage.The power cord
must reach the work area with enough
extra length to allow free movement
while working.
3. Secure loose workpieces using a vise
or clamps (not included) to prevent
movement while working.
4. There must not be hazardous objects, such
as utility lines or foreign objects, nearby
that will present a hazard while working.
POLISHING:
1. Make sure the surface to polish has been
thoroughly washed, and is free of dust,
dirt, oil, grease, etc.
2. Place a clean applicator securely onto the
backing pad.
3. Apply about two tablespoons of wax (not
included) evenly on the clean foam pad.
CAUTION: Do not apply the wax directly
to the surface of the vehicle. The amount
of wax needed will vary according to the
size of the vehicle being waxed.
4. Rotate the speed dial to select the
desired speed between 1 and 4.
CAUTION:
Only use the slower speeds (1
through 4) for polishing. Otherwise, damage
may occur to the paint being polished.
Performance Tool
®
is not responsible
for damage to the vehicle’s finish due to
improper use of this polisher/sander.
5. Plug the power cord into an electrical
extension cord (not included). Then,
plug the extension cord into a grounded,
GFCI-protected, 120 volt electrical outlet.
WARNING: To prevent electric shock,
keep cord connection off ground.
NOTE: Always start and stop the polisher/
sander while it is held firmly against the
surface of the vehicle. Failure to do so may
result in the foam pad or polishing bonnet
being thrown from the polishing pad.
6. To start, position the unit on the area
to be polished, grip the polisher/sander
firmly with both hands and press the
trigger. Release the trigger to stop. To
use the Lock on button, while holding in
the trigger, press the Lock On button,
then release the trigger. The polisher/
sander will stay on. Press and release
the trigger to stop.
7. Keep pressure off of the polisher/sander
when operating. The Applicator Pad
should LIGHTLY contact the polishing
surface.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the
foam pad, polishing bonnet, and vehicle
finish: Only apply the pad/bonnet flat
against the surface, see below.
8. Begin using the polisher/sander to apply
wax to the vehicle. Apply the wax to
all flat surfaces with broad, sweeping
strokes in a crisscross pattern. Apply the
wax evenly over the surface of the vehicle.
9. Add additional wax to the polishing pad
as needed. To add additional wax:
A. Stop the tool and allow the polisher/
sander to come to a complete stop.
B. Add a small amount of wax evenly
over the pad surface.
C. Avoid using too much wax. For
additional applications of wax to
application pad, reduce the amount of
wax. The foam pad will not absorb as
much wax in subsequent applications.
D. Resume operation.
NOTE: The most common error when
waxing/polishing a vehicle is applying too
much wax. If the pad becomes saturated
with wax, applying wax will be more difficult
and will take longer. Applying too much wax
may also reduce the life of the pad. If the
applicator pad continually comes off the
backing pad during use, too much wax may
have been applied.
10. After the wax has been applied to the
vehicle’s surface, turn off the polisher/
sander. Unplug the power cord from the
electrical extension cord.
11. Remove the foam pad from the backing
pad and with your hand and the foam
pad, apply wax to any hard to reach
areas of the vehicle such as around
lights, door handles, under bumpers, etc.
12. Allow sufficient time for the wax to dry.
13. Place a clean polishing bonnet (sold
separately) securely onto the backing pad.
NOTE: Tightly pull the string to secure the
polishing bonnet. Secure the string and
keep it out of the way by tying several knots.
NOTE: Start and stop the polisher/sander
only while it is held firmly against the surface
of the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in
the bonnet being thrown from the backing pad.
14. Start the polisher/sander and begin
buffing off the dried wax.
15. When you have removed as much wax
as you can with the polisher/sander,
turn off and unplug the polisher/sander.
