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Assembly
Disconnect battery pack from tool before making any assembly,
adjustments or changing accessories.
Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Installing Side Handle
The side handle is used to control and
balance the tool.
Securely thread handle into either side of
g e a r h o u s i n g , d e p e n d i n g o n p e r s o n a l
preference, comfort, and operation being
performed (Fig. 4).
The handle should always be installed onto
the guard protected side of the tool, see
f i g u r e 6 . U s e t h e s i d e h a n d l e f o r s a f e
control and ease of operation.
Hand Guard (Optional
Accessory)
The hand guard is to be used with backing
pads, sanding discs, and wire brushes to
keep fingers and hand away from work
surface, sharp edges, burrs and debris.
When using the hand guard, insert side
handle through hole in guard and then
thread into housing (Fig. 4). Ensure that
hand guard is positioned between hand
a n d b a c k i n g p a d , s a n d i n g d i s c o r w i r e
brush.
Fig. 4
Hand Guard
(sold separately)
Side Handle
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