Safety Warnings and Instructions: Sanders
•
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND RESPIRATORY PROTECTION.
• Clean your tool out periodically.
Other Important Safety Warnings and Instructions
Sanding
Lead based Paint
Sanding of lead based paint is NOT RECOMMENDED due to the difficulty of controlling the
contaminated dust. The greatest danger of lead poisoning is to children and pregnant
women.
Since it is difficult to identify whether or not a paint contains lead without a chemical analysis,
we recommend the following precautions when sanding any paint:
Personal Safety
• No children or pregnant women should enter the work area where the paint sanding is
being done until all clean up is completed.
• A dust mask or respirator should be worn by all persons entering the work area. The filter
should be replaced daily or whenever the wearer has difficulty breathing.
NOTE:
Only those dust masks suitable for working with lead paint dust and fumes should
be used. Ordinary painting masks do not offer this protection. See your local hardware
dealer for the proper (NIOSH approved) mask.
•
NO EATING, DRINKING or SMOKING
should be done in the work area to prevent
ingesting contaminated paint particles. Workers should wash and clean up BEFORE
eating, drinking or smoking. Articles of food, drink, or smoking should not be left in the work
area where dust would settle on them.
Environmental Safety
• Paint should be removed in such a manner as to minimize the amount of dust generated.
• Areas where paint removal is occurring should be sealed with plastic sheeting of 4 mils
thickness.
• Sanding should be done in a manner to reduce tracking of paint dust outside the work
area.
Cleaning and Disposal
• All surfaces in the work area should be vacuumed and thoroughly cleaned daily for the
duration of the sanding project. Vacuum filter bags should be changed frequently.
• Plastic drop cloths should be gathered up and disposed of along with any dust chips or
other removal debris. They should be placed in sealed refuse receptacles and disposed of
through regular trash pick-up procedures. During clean up, children and pregnant women
should be kept away from the immediate work area.
• All toys, washable furniture and utensils used by children should be washed thoroughly
before being used again.
Extension Cords
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord
length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the
gage number, the heavier the cord.
Motor
Be sure your power supply agrees with nameplate marking. 120 Volts AC only means your
tool will operate on standard 60 Hz household power. Do not operate AC tools on DC. A
rating of 120 volts AC/DC means that you tool will operate on standard 60 Hz AC or DC
power. This information is printed on the nameplate. Lower voltage will cause loss of power
and can result in over-heating. All Black & Decker tools are factory-tested; if this tool does
not operate, check the power supply.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Operating Instructions
WARNING: To prevent accidental operation, turn off and unplug sander before
performing the following operations.
Failure to do this could result in personal injury.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury,
read, understand and follow all
important safety warnings and instructions prior to using this tool.
Assembly
Fitting sanding sheets (figure 2)
Press the sheet firmly and evenly onto the sanding platen (5), making sure that the holes in
the sheet line up with the holes in the base. Never use the tool without a sanding sheet or
accessory in place.
Dust extraction (figure 3)
WARNING: Collected sanding dust from sanding surface coatings (polyurethane,
linseed oil, etc.) can self-ignite in sander dust bag or elsewhere and cause fire. To
reduce risk, empty bag frequently and strictly follow sander manual and coating
manufacturer's instructions.
Your sander comes equipped with a cloth dustbag to collect the dust generated while
sanding. To attach the dustbag onto the sander simply slide it firmly into the dust extraction
port at the back of the sander.
To empty the dust dustbag, remove it from the sander by pulling it straight back. Dump the
sanding debris into an appropriate trash receptacle.
You may, if you prefer, attach a vacuum cleaner to the tool to collect the dust as you sand.
A vacuum hose adaptor is available as a service part at extra cost. To find your nearest
Black & Decker Service Center location, refer to the yellow pages directory under
"Tools—Electric" or call:
1-800-54-HOW-TO (544-6986).
To use the adaptor, remove the dust bag and replace it with the adaptor, then install a
vacuum hose.
Ensure that the vacuum cleaner can be placed such that it will not tip over or interfere with
the motion of the sander. If this cannot be done, do not use the vacuum cleaner. Turn on the
vacuum cleaner before beginning to sand and turn it off after turning off the sander. Empty
vacuum cleaner as required.
Connecting a vacuum cleaner (figure 4)
Insert the hose (11) of the vacuum cleaner into the dust extraction port (4).
Holding the sander (figure 5)
Hold the sander with two hands, one on the auxillary handle in the front of the unit and the
other on the handle.
Operation
Variable speed control
The variable speed control allows you to adapt the speed of the tool to the workpiece
material. Set the control knob (3) to the desired setting. Use a high speed for wood, medium
speed for veneer and synthetics and low speed for acrylic glass, non-ferrous metals and for
removing paints.
Switching on and off
To switch the tool on, press the on/off switch (1). For continuous operation, press the lock-on
button (2) and release the on/off switch. To switch the tool off, release the on/off switch. To
switch the tool off when in continuous operation, press the on/off switch once more and
release it.
Automatic brake system
This feature keeps the speed of the platen limited as long as the tool does not touch the
workpiece. As soon as the tool is placed on the workpiece, the platen will reach its normal
operating speed.
Operation
Grasp the sander and turn it ON. Move it in long, sweeping strokes along the surface, letting
it do the work. Utilize an even pressure across the sanding pad. Excessive pressure in the
corner area may cause damage. Pushing down on the tool while sanding actually slows the
removal rate and produces an inferior quality finish. Check your work often. Sander is
capable of removing material rapidly.
Emptying the dustbag
The dustbag should be emptied every 10 minutes. Shake the dustbag to empty the
contents.
Hints for optimum use
- Do not exert too much pressure on the tool.
- Regularly check the condition of the sanding disc. Replace when necessary.
- Always sand with the grain of the wood.
- When sanding new layers of paint before applying another layer, use extra fine grit.
- On very uneven surfaces, or when removing layers of paint, start with a coarse grit. On
other surfaces, start with a medium grit. In both cases, gradually change to a fine grit for a
smooth finish.
Maintenance / Cleaning
Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool;
never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
IMPORTANT:
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustment should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service
personnel, always using identical replacement parts.
Accessories
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or
authorized service center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call:
1-800-54-HOW TO (1-800-544-6986).
WARNING:
The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be
hazardous.
Special WARRANTY Note to Contractors:
FIRESTORM
TM
branded products are offered as high end consumer home use tools and
carry a
HOME USE WARRANTY
. These tools are designed, manufactured and tested to
meet or exceed the needs of the do-it-yourselfer in the execution of projects and repairs in
and around the home. With proper use they will provide the home owner with step up power
and performance well beyond their two year warranty. However, if you use tools for a living
and use FIRESTORM
TM
branded products or any of Black & Decker’s other Consumer Home
Use tools
ON THE JOBSITE
you should know that they
CANNOT BE COVERED UNDER
OUR WARRANTY.
Service Information
All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers
with efficient and reliable power tool service. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or
genuine factory replacement parts, contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. To find
your local service location, refer to the yellow page directory under "Tools—Electric" or call:
1-800-544-6986 or visit www.blackanddecker.com
Full Two-Year Home Use Warranty
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in
material or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in
either of two ways.
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from
whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be
made within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after
the sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their specific
return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.
The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker owned or
authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may be
required. Black & Decker owned and authorized Service Centers are listed under "Tools-
Electric" in the yellow pages of the phone directory and on our website
www.blackanddecker.com.
This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights
and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Should you have any
questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center. This
product is not intended for commercial use.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT
: If your warning labels become illegible or are
missing, call 1-800-544-6986 for a free replacement.
Règles de sécurité - Généralités
AVERTISSEMENT : Lire, comprendre et suivre toutes les directives précisées
ci-dessou
s, y compris les consignes de sécurité, afin d’éviter les risques de choc
électrique, d’incendie ou de blessure grave.
CONSERVER LE PRÉSENT GUIDE À TITRE DE RÉFÉRENCE
Aire de travail
• L’aire de travail doit être propre et bien éclairée.
Les établis encombrés et les endroits
sombres peuvent entraîner des accidents.
• Ne pas faire fonctionner des outils électriques dans des atmosphères explosives,
comme en présence de liquides, de gaz et de poussières inflammables.
Les outils
électriques produisent des étincelles qui peuvent enflammer la poussière ou les vapeurs.
• Tenir les enfants, les visiteurs ou toute autre personne à l’écart lorsqu’on utilise un
outil électrique;
les distractions peuvent faire perdre la maîtrise de ce dernier.
Mesures de sécurité – Électricité
• Les outils à double isolation sont munis d’une fiche polarisée (c’est-à-dire que l’une
des lames est plus large que l’autre), laquelle ne peut être raccordée qu’à une prise
polarisée et ce, dans un seul sens; on doit l’inverser si on est incapable de
l’enfoncer complètement. Si la fiche ne s’adapte toujours pas, on doit faire appel à
un électricien qualifié pour qu’il installe la prise appropriée. On ne doit jamais
modifier la fiche.
La double isolation
élimine le besoin d’installer un cordon
d’alimentation trifilaire et un système d’alimentation électrique pourvus d’une mise à la terre.
• Éviter tout contact entre le corps et les éléments mis à la terre, comme les tuyaux,
les radiateurs, les cuisinières et les réfrigérateurs,
afin de réduire les risques de choc
électrique.
• Ne pas utiliser l’outil électrique dans des endroits mouillés, ni l’exposer à la pluie;
l’infiltration d’eau à l’intérieur de l’outil augmente les risques de choc électrique.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts
Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V
0-25
26-50
51-100
101-150
240V
0-50
51-100 101-200
201-300
Ampere Rating
More
Not more
American Wire Gage
Than
Than
0
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6
18
16
16
14
6
-
10
18
16
14
12
10 -
12
16
16
14
12
12 -
16
14
12
Not Recommended
See ‘Tools-Electric’
– Yellow Pages –
for Service & Sales
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,
701 E. Joppa Rd.
Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.
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Nº de catalogue FS4000ROS
GUIDE D’UTILISATION
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ANTS RENSEIGNEMENTS :
ANTS RENSEIGNEMENTS :
• Ne jamais utiliser la ponceuse sans le papier abrasif recommandé installé
correctement sur sa base.
• Ne pas appuyer sur la ponceuse, la laisser effectuer le travail.
• Le ponçage intensif du placoplâtre n’est pas recommandé.
