384282/6121/JUN97 5/2/02 2:00 PM Page 2 Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. • 701 East Joppa Road, Towson, Maryland 21286 1997 JUN97-CD-1 Printed in U.S.A. (MAR95-CD-1) Form No.
384282/6121/JUN97 5/2/02 2:00 PM Page 3 TM Instruction Manual 6121 Right Angle Random Orbit Sander/Polisher
84282/6121/JUN97 5/2/02 2:00 PM Page 4 Getting the most out of your tool. Please take time to read this manual and pay particular attention to the safety rules we’ve provided for your protection.
384282/6121/JUN97 5/2/02 2:00 PM Page 1 Safety Instructions For All Tools • EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. 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.
384282/6121/JUN97 5/2/02 2:00 PM Page 2 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • • • • • Switch (See Figure 2) To turn the unit on, slide the switch forward (the symbol “I” will be visible.) To turn the unit off, slide the switch back (the symbol “O” will be visible). Before plugging in the unit, make sure the switch is in the off position. Always wear eye protection and a respirator when sanding. Clean your tool out periodically. Sanding of lead based paint is not recommended.
384282/6121/JUN97 5/2/02 2:00 PM Page 3 Dust Collection Your sander/polisher comes equipped with a cloth filter bag to collect the dust generated during sanding. To empty the dust bag, first turn off and unplug tool. Firmly pull the bag off while holding the rubber boot (Figure 3). Empty the bag (you may want to turn it inside out.) 1 Figure 3 NOTE: Never operate this tool unless the dust collection bag is in place.
384282/6121/JUN97 5/2/02 2:00 PM Page 4 best finish possible, start with coarse grit sandpaper and change gradually to finer and finer paper. Vacuum and wipe surface with a tack cloth between grit steps. 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 a. Paint should be removed in such a manner as to minimize the amount of dust generated. b.
384282/6121/JUN97 5/2/02 2:00 PM Page 5 its bright orange color. Even though it is not the hardest, the way the abrasive fractures gives you a good cutting edge for woodworking. Emery, even though harder than garnet (Mohs’ Scale 9), has blunt edges making it a poor sanding abrasive. Its primary use is for polishing metal. Manufactured Abrasives White Aluminum Oxide (AlO) is extremely hard (Mohs’ Scale 12) and durable which makes it a great abrasive for use with the Random Orbit Sander.
384282/6121/JUN97 5/2/02 2:00 PM Page 6 ously sand the dent, you may create a cupped surface. Spread a light coat of a good grade of polish, with a soft clean cloth or brush, over a small area and apply the sander/polisher before the polish dries. Without turning tool “ON,” grasp the tool and pick it up. Keep the tool away from your body and turn the switch “ON.” Make sure you have a firm grip on the handle and can operate the tool freely without forced effort or unnecessary pressure.
384282/6121/JUN97 5/2/02 2:00 PM Page 7 Since everyone does not use the same type of Power Polish, we recommend you clean and polish a test section on a flat area of the car FIRST. From this test section, you can judge the strength or cleaning action of your Power Polish. Remember, all Power Polish is not the same. Different brands will react differently on various painted surfaces. Also, you are now using a POWER POLISHER.
384282/6121/JUN97 5/2/02 2:00 PM Page 8 icals or solvents to clean the tool. These chemicals could seriously damage the engineering polymers used to construct your sander. If you typically wrap the cord around the tool when you store it, leave a generous loop of cord such that the strain relief does not bend. This helps prevent premature cord failure. Every B&D tool is of the highest quality.
384282/6121/JUN97 5/2/02 2:00 PM Page 9 YOUR POWER TOOLS MAY BE SERVICED AT THE FOLLOWING B&D SERVICE CENTERS. ALABAMA: Birmingham 35209, 2412 Green Springs Hwy.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205-942-0538 Mobile 36608, 3831 Airport Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205-343-6624 ALASKA: Anchorage 99518, 910 West International Airport Rd. . . . . . . . . . 907-563-4664 ARIZONA: Mesa 85202, 535 S. Dobson, Suite 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
384282/6121/JUN97 5/2/02 2:00 PM Page 10 ALBERTA Edmonton T6E 6H6, 3845 99th St. . . . . . . . . . . 403-462-5005 BRITISH COLUMBIA Vancouver V5M 3Y7, 1735 Boundary Rd. . . . . . 604-291-9942 MANITOBA Winnipeg R3H OK3, 934 St. James St. . . . . . . .204-783-7294 NOVA SCOTIA Halifax B3K 2A4, 6100 Young Street. . . . . . . . . .902-453-5090 ONTARIO Brockville K6V 5W6, 100 Central Ave.. . . . . . . . 613-342-6641 Kanata K2L 1V3, 462 Hazeldean Rd #11 . . . . .
