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FEATURES
HOOK AND LOOP POWER CORD WRAP (Fig. 11)
This tool is fitted with a hook and loop power cord
wrap, this is designed to keep the power cord
wrapped up when the tool is not in use and for easier
storage of the tool, loop the power cord several times
(depending on the length) and loop the wrap around
the power cord until secure.
Livetool Indicator
TM
This tool features a Livetool Indicator
TM
(8) which
illuminates as soon as the tool is connected to the
power supply. This warns the user that the tool is
connected to live power and will operate when the
switch is pressed.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING
The tool should never be connected to a power
supply when you are assembling parts, making
adjustments, cleaning, performing maintenance,
or when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the
tool will prevent accidental starting that could
cause serious injury.
SANDING DISC SELECTION
Selecting the correct size, grit and type of sand paper is
extremely important step 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 the most material and
finer 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 job. 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 and finer grit used for
finishing of the surface. Always continue sanding with
each grit until surface is uniform
Sheet/Pad Recommended Use
Heavy scrubbing pad (6)
Paint and rust removal
Polishing pad (7)
Polishing
80-grit sanding sheet
Coarse sanding
100-grit sanding sheet
Light sanding
150-grit sanding sheet
Finish sanding
ATTACHING HOOK AND LOOP SANDING DISCS
(Fig. 2)
■
Unplug the sander.
■
Align holes in hook and loop type sanding disc with
holes in pad, then carefully press fuzzy side of
sanding disc against pad as tightly as possible.
Note: Hook and loop type sanding discs can be
reused for the life of the sanding abrasive. It is
recommended that you keep the sanding disc backing
pad clean to provide for best adhesion. Clean
occasionally by brushing lightly with a small brush.
WARNING
The sander should never be connected to a
power supply when you are assembling parts,
making adjustments, cleaning, perfor ming
maintenance, or when the tool is not in use.
Disconnecting the tool will prevent accidental
starting that could cause serious injury.
ATTACHING THE DUST BAG (Fig. 3)
The dust bag provides a dust collection system for the
sander. Sanding dust is drawn up through the holes of the
sanding disc and collected in the dust bag during sanding.
Follow these steps to attach the dust bag.
■
Unplug the sander.
■
Using a slight twisting motion as shown in figure 3,
firmly slide dust bag assembly in blower exhaust
on sander.
WARNING
Exercise caution when using this tool. Careless
actions, for even a fraction of a second, can
result in serious personal injury.
OPERATION
APPLICATIONS
You may use the sander for the purposes listed below:
■
Sanding on wood surfaces.
■
Removing rust from and sanding steel surfaces.
■
Polishing and scrubbing porcelain and metal.
CAUTION
Keep the cord away from the sanding pad and
position the cord so that it will not be caught on
lumber, tools, or other objects during sanding.
WARNING
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields when operating this tool. Failure
to do so could result in dust, shavings, or loose
particles being thrown into your eyes, resulting in
possible serious injury.
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