OPERATING PROCEDURES
MAINTENANCE
Use a grade of sandpaper that will make finer marks than those already on the
surface. T
oo coarse a grade will not make the surface smoother while too fine a
grade will remove scratches too slowl
y, or not at all. Continue using finer grades of
sandpaper until you obtain the desired finish.
When removing old paint, determine how much paint really needs to be removed.
Consider that old paint may well be toxic and will have to be treated with the
respect due any toxic material both on the part of the tool operator and on the part
of the environment. W
ear appropriate breathing protection and dispose carefully of
dust or chips left after sanding could be tracked throughout residences and release
toxins into the soil. Use the provided dust bag as well.
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finish that is cracking or
flaking has to be taken o
f
f, but a finish that is still firmly attached can be “roughed
up” and painted over with primer and the new finish.
Always lightly sand the
undercoat with fine grade sandpaper before applying the top coat.
Keep the vents clear of dust and debris.
This will help prevent possible
electrical shorts and ensure proper cooling.
Keep the tool housing clean and free of oil and grease using mild soap and a
damp (not wet) cloth.
A
void overloading your sande
r
. It will become hot and lose efficiency
. Running
it free of load for a minute or two will allow it to cool itself to normal temperature.
Inspect the cord regularly and have it replaced by an authorized repair facility if
it is damaged.
Lubrication for this tool is done at the factory and should not be necessary
again under normal use.
An authorized repair centre should do any repairs, modification, or maintenance
that involve disassembling the tool.
Any damage to the tool should be corrected at an authorized repair center.
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