Failure to read and observe all safety statements found on your machine or in this Owner’s Manual can result in
serious injury or damage. Read and observe all safety statements. Make sure that all labels, decals, warnings,
cautions, and instructions are fastened to the machine. Get new labels from your authorized US Sander distributor.
Sanding dust can be airborne and can be breathed in while operating a sander. Always wear a dust mask while
operating sanding equipment. Some dust created by power sanding and other construction activities contains chemi-
cals known ( to the state of California) to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Some examples of
these chemicals are:
Lead from lead based paints, Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals; work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those
dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
Injury to the eyes and/or body can occur if protective clothing and/or equipment is not worn while sanding. Always
wear safety goggles, protective clothing, and a dust mask while performing any sanding operation.
Bodily injury could occur if power is applied to the machine with the power switch already in the “ON’ position.
Always check to assure that the power switch is in the “OFF” position before applying power to the power cable.
Any alterations or modifications of this machine could result in damage to the machine or injury to the operator or other
bystanders. Alterations or modifications not authorized by the manufacturer voids any and all warranties and liabilities.
Accessories must be rated at least 30% more than the speed recommended on the tool warning label. Wheels and
other accessories running over the rated speed can fly apart and cause injury
Check the backing pad carefully for cracks, damage, or deformity before operation. Replace cracked damaged or
deformed pad immediately. Damaged rotating parts can fly off and cause injury to you or other persons.
Servicing of this unit must always be referred to an authorized US Sander distribu-
tor.
Pay attention that the wheel continues to rotate after the tool is switched off.
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Do not leave tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held
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Use of this machine to climb on could result in injury or damage. Do not use this machine as a step or furniture.
Serious damage to the floor can occur if the machine is left running in one spot while the sanding disc is in contact
with the floor. To avoid damage to the floor, do not dwell while lowering or raising the sanding disc. Always sand
with a constant motion and pressure.
Do not rest machine on sanding disc. To do so may cause a flat spot and reduce the quality of performance. Tip
machine back or rest on side when not in use.
Do not sand metal surfaces. Watch out for flying sparks. Hold the tool so any sparks or debris will fly away from
you and other persons or flammable materials
.
Damage could occur to the machine if not properly kept in a dry building for storage. Store the machine in a dry
building.
Keep hands away from rotating parts. Use the grips provided. Hold the tool firmly.
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SANDING CUTS AND SANDPAPER
Initial Cut
The purpose of the initial cut is to remove old finish and gross imperfections on the floor surface. A coarse
abrasive should be used.
If glazing, loading, or burning takes place immediately into an initial cut, select a
coarser abrasive. If this should occur during an initial cut, the abrasive has dulled and must be replaced.
Final Cuts
The purpose of a finishing cut is to remove the scratches produced during the initial cut. Use a fine (60 -80
grit) grain abrasive.
If the surface remains rough after a finishing cut, it may be necessary to use an even
finer grain of abrasive (80 -100 grit). Care should be taken in selecting the grit size of the abrasive. A very
fine grain will close the pores on a wood floor making admission of a stain difficult.
For removing gross imperfections and restore evenness to
old flooring. To remove build-up of paints and varnishes
.
For first sanding of new flooring (maple, oak).
For removing minor imperfections and finishes from old flooring
For initial cut on new flooring (oak, walnut). For removing minor
For first sanding of new flooring (cedar, pine, fir) For clean-up of 16 grit.
12 grit
16 grit
20 grit
24 grit
30 grit
36 gri
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40 grit
50 grit
For clean-up from initial cut 36 grit.
60 grit
Grit
Use
For final sanding of certain hardwoods. For clean-up of initial cuts (50 grit).
80 grit
For final sanding of certain hardwoods and conifers where a
smooth surface is desired.
100 grit
For final sanding of certain conifers
For final sanding of certain conifers where a smooth surface is
desired for surface roughening between coats of finish.
120 grit
150 grit
imperfections and finishes from old flooring.
Grit
Use
