Skil Masters 1220, Original Instructions Manual

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e) maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tool’s
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
f) keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in
accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5) SERVICE
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR SANDERS
• Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and
other elements in your workpiece; remove them before
you start working
• Always keep the cord away from moving parts of the tool;
direct the cord to the rear, away from the tool
• Secure the workpiece (a workpiece clamped with
clamping devices or in a vice is held more securely than
by hand)
• When you put away the tool, switch off the motor and
ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete
standstill
• Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a
capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)
• In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,
immediately switch off the tool and disconnect the plug
• SKIL can assure flawless functioning of the tool only
when original accessories are used
• This tool should not be used by people under the age of
16 years
• The noise level when working can exceed 85 dB(A); wear
ear protection
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
because the belt may contact its own cord (cutting a
“live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power
tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock)
• If the cord is damaged or cut through while working, do
not touch the cord, but immediately disconnect the plug
• Never use the tool when cord is damaged; have it
replaced by a qualified person
• Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the
voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools with
a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to a
220V supply)
• This tool is not suitable for wet sanding
• Do not work materials containing asbestos (asbestos
is considered carcinogenic)
• Dust from material such as paint containing lead, some
wood species, minerals and metal may be harmful
(contact with or inhalation of the dust may cause allergic
reactions and/or respiratory diseases to the operator or
bystanders); wear a dust mask and work with a dust
extraction device when connectable
• Certain kinds of dust are classified as carcinogenic (such
as oak and beech dust) especially in conjunction with
additives for wood conditioning; wear a dust mask and
work with a dust extraction device when
connectable
• Follow the dust-related national requirements for the
materials you want to work with
• When sanding metal, sparks are generated; do not use
dustbag/dustbox/vacuum cleaner and keep other
persons and combustible material from work area
• Do not touch the running sanding belt
• Do not continue to use worn, torn or heavily clogged
sanding belts
• Wear protective gloves, safety glasses, close-fitting
clothes and hair protection (for long hair)
• Always disconnect plug from power source before
making any adjustment or changing any accessory
WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):
• Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire
in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug
• If for any reason the old plug is cut off the cord of this tool,
it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended
USE
• On/off switch
- switch on/off the tool by pulling/releasing trigger A
2
! before the sanding surface reaches the
workpiece, you should switch on the tool
! before switching off the tool, you should lift it
from the workpiece
• Switch locking for continuous use
- pull trigger A
2
- press knob B
2
with your thumb
- release the trigger
- unlock the switch by pulling again trigger A
2
and
then releasing it
• Changing of sanding belts
4
! disconnect the plug
- lift lever C
- remove sanding belt
- insert new belt with arrows printed at inner side of belt
pointing in same direction as arrow D on tool
- push lever back
! change sanding belts in time
! never fold sanding belts
• Automatic belt centering (ABC)
- centers belt automatically when switching on tool
- keeps belt centered while sanding
In case belt runs off tool (mostly caused by inferior belt
quality), you should
- switch on the tool
- adjust screw E
2
till the sanding belt is running in line
with the flat side of the tool
- use new belt, if belt still runs off tool
• Dust suction
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! empty dustbag F regularly for optimal dust
pick-up performance
- when using tool with vacuum cleaner, mount vacuum
cleaner adaptor G as illustrated
! do not use dustbag/vacuum cleaner when
sanding metal