Introduction
Carefully read and understand this manual and any label
attached to the tool before use. Keep these instructions with the
product for future reference. Ensure all persons who use and
service this product are acquainted with this manual.
Electrical Safety Information
• The wires in this product are coloured:
Blue
Neutral (N)
Brown
Live (L)
Green & Yellow
Earth (E)
• As the colours may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.
• The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black, the
wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked L or coloured red.
• This appliance must be protected by a suitable fuse.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to
rain/water or moisture. There are no user serviceable parts
inside except those referred to in this manual. Always refer
servicing to qualified service personnel. Never remove any part
of the casing unless qualified to do so; this unit contains
dangerous voltages.
• Use of a residual current device (RCD) will reduce the risk of
electric shock.
NEVER CONNECT THE BROWN OR BLUE WIRE TO THE
EARTH PIN OF THE 13 AMP PLUG. IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN
General Safety Instructions
Even when used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all
residual risk factors. Use with caution.
Keep guards in position
• Always keep guards in position, in good working order, correctly
adjusted and aligned. Never attempt to use a power tool
without any guard supplied with it.
Remove adjusting keys
• Always check to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from power tool before turning on.
Clean work area
• Accidents occur where benches and work areas are cluttered or
dirty, floors must be kept clear, avoid working where the floor is
slippery.
Dangerous environment
• Do not use power tools in damp or wet conditions, or expose
them to rain. Provide adequate surrounding work space and
keep area well lit. Do not use power tools where there is a risk
of explosion or fire from combustible material, flammable
liquids, flammable gases or dust of an explosive nature. When
using power tools avoid contact with any earthed items such as
pipes, radiators, cookers, refrigerators, metal baths and taps.
Children & Pets
• Children and pets should always be kept at a safe distance
from your work. Make your workshop child-proof. Lock tool
away where children can't get access to them. Remove
batteries from cordless tools.
Use the correct power tool
• Don't force, or attempt to use a power tool for a purpose it was
not designed for. Do not use a small tool to do the job of a
heavy duty tool.
Wear correct clothing and footwear.
• Don't wear loose clothing, neckties or jewellery or other items
which may get caught in moving parts. Wear non-slip footwear,
cover or tie back long hair. Use safety footwear if necessary.
Protect your head
• Wear safety goggles at all times, every day glasses are not
sufficient for eye protection, as lenses are not impact resistant
and could shatter. Use an approved face or dust mask when
operation creates dust. Ensure dust extraction equipment is
functioning and correctly used. Hearing protection should be
used if the sound intensity level for the operator could exceed
85dB(A). Use a hard hat where there is a risk of falling objects
or striking your head on low level obstructions.
Protect yourself from vibration.
• Hand held power tools may produce vibration. Vibration can
cause disease. Gloves to keep the operator warm and dry and
therefore maintain good blood circulation in the fingers may
help. This tool has not been designed for extended or industrial
operation.
Secure work
• Always secure work. Where practical use a clamp or vice, it will
allow you to use both hands to operate your power tool.
Keep your balance
• Don't over reach, keep proper footing at all times to ensure
correct balance.
Maintain your power tool
• Keep your power tool in good working order, keep tools sharp
and clean for best and safest performance. Ensure ventilation
holes are kept clean and unrestricted at all times.
Always disconnect.
• Before changing tools, always ensure they are disconnected
from the power source.
Accessories
• The use of any attachment or accessory other than those
mentioned in this manual could result in damage or injury. The
use of improper accessories could be dangerous.
Never stand on your power tool
• Standing on your power tool or its stand could cause serious
injury if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally
contacted. Do not store materials above or near the tool so that
it is necessary to stand on the tool or its stand to reach them.
Switch off before connecting.
• Ensure the power tool is switched
off
before connecting to the
power source.If the power tool stops unexpectedly turn the
power switch to off.
Do not abuse the power cord.
• Be sure your cable/extension cable is properly wired and in
good condition. Always replace a damaged cable/extension
cable or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it.
Never yank or pull the cable to disconnect it from the power
socket. Never carry your power tool by it’s cable. Keep the
cable away from damp, heat, oil, solvents, and sharp edges.
Check for damaged or missing parts.
• Before each use check if any part of the power tool is damaged
or missing, check carefully that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check alignment of moving parts
for binding. Any guard or other part that is damaged should be
correctly repaired or replaced. Do not use if the power switch
does not turn the power on and off. Check any other condition
that may affect the safety of the power tool.
DO NOT USE IF
DEFECTIVE.
Direction of feed
• Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation
of the blade or cutter only.
Don't leave the tool running unattended
• Always wait until your power tool has come to a complete stop
before leaving it and then disconnect from power source.
1. On/off trigger switch
2. Trigger locking button
3. Front handle
4. Rear handle
5. Abrasive paper roll clamp
6. Front roller
7. Roller adjustment
8. Dust extraction vent
9. Dust bag
FITTING ABRASIVE PAPER
• Always ensure the sander is switched off and the plug
removed from the power tool point before fitting abrasive
paper.
• Select an abrasive paper with the correct grit corresponding
to the work to be carried out. To take advantage of the
sander's high removal rate and smooth finishing, it is
essential that the abrasive paper is properly and tightly
secured. Tight paper also wears less and lasts longer.
• Lift the sander up in one hand and with the other open the
abrasive paper roll clamp (5) by pulling on the semi-circular
recess. This retracts the front roller (6) enabling you to
remove the sandpaper roll and install a new one.
• Fit the sandpaper roll over the front and rear rollers and
push in as far as it will go. Close the paper roll clamp (5) and
ensure the paper is taut and secure.
• Due to abrasive paper rolls stretching with use, it may be
necessary to adjust the front roller (6) to prevent the roll from
working it's way off the edge. After fitting a new sandpaper
roll, test it's position by momentarily turning the sander on
and off.
• To adjust the front roller (6) turn the roller adjustment knob
(7) by unlocking the locking collar and rotating. Turning the
knob clockwise pushes the front roller away from the sander
body. Turning the knob anti-clockwise brings the front roller
back towards the sander body.
• Further adjustment may be necessary to achieve the correct
roller position. Once satisfied with the position, secure the
adjustment knob by tightening the locking collar. The device
is then ready for use.
USING YOUR BELT SANDER
Make sure the sander cannot move or slip. Use clamps if
necessary. Make sure the trigger switch (1) is off before you
plug in the sander to a power supply. The trigger can also be
locked in the on position by fully depressing the trigger at the
same time as pressing the trigger locking button (2).To release
the trigger lock press the trigger again. Always ensure your
footing is secure and maintain a firm grip on the sander.
Switch the sander off after use and allow to stop moving
before it is put down.
FINISHING SANDING
It doesn't matter how you hold or move the sander and its
rarely necessary to put any extra pressure on the tool.
The first principle of finish sanding is to use a grade of
abrasive that will make finer scratches than those already on
the surface. To use too coarse paper will make the surface no
smoother, but instead it will roughen it more. Too fine an
abrasive may remove existing scratches very slowly if at all.
First sanding on some stock may call for a coarse grit sheet,
whereas a smoother surface would call for a medium grit
sheet. If in doubt, start with a finer grit, changing to a coarse
one only if it shows little result, but don't forget to change to
finer paper as soon as the coarse scratches appear. With
coarse paper especially, beware of over sanding edges and
veneered stock.
A favourite trick for producing a super smooth surface is to
'raise the grain'. Wet the already sanded surface with a damp
cloth or sponge and let it dry thoroughly. The water will swell
some woods fibres so that the surface looks rougher than
before. Sand with a fine paper, working down the raised
particles and the result will be a beautifully smooth surface.
However, DO NOT use this method on veneered surfaces as
the moisture may loosen the veneer.
CLEANING
Use only mild soap and a slightly damp cloth to clean the
sander. Many household cleaners contain chemicals which
could seriously damage the plastic. DO NOT use petrol,
lacquer, paint thinners or similar products. Never let any liquid
get inside of the sander and never immerse any part of the
sander into liquid.
TECHNICAL DATA:
Volt
230V
Frequency
50Hz
Motor
1200W
No load speed
0-500RPM
Sheet size
100x610mm
Double insulated
Sound pressure
89.4dB
Sound power
102.4dB
Weighted vibration
2.523m/s
2
Hi-Spec
TM
100mm Belt Sander Operation
2
1
4
3
7
9
8
6
5
GREEN/YELLOW
OR GREEN
FUSE
BROWN
(Live)
BLUE
(Neutral)
E
L
N
FUSE
Double Insulated
Earthed
