Random Orbital Sander 241-0439 OPERATOR’S MANUAL CAUTION: To Reduce the Risk of Injury, User Must Read and Understand the Operator’s Manual. Save These Instructions For Future Reference. For questions / comments, technical assistance or repair parts – Please Call Toll Free: 1-866-917-4374 (M-F 8:30am-5:00pm EST).
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2 Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3 Overview/Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SAFETY SYMBOLS Some of these following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruction, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. WORK AREA SAFETY 1.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts. 7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards. 8.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5. To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the charger and battery, use only the batteries and charger listed. Battery pack Charger 252-8027 252-8026 252-8029 252-8025 252-8030 252-8036 252-8031 252-8037 252-8034 252-8044 252-8035 6. Make sure the sandpaper is not contacting the workpiece before the on/ off rocker switch is in the ON position. 7. Make sure the sander is off before detaching the battery pack, check the switch is off before attaching the battery pack.
OVERVIEW On/off Switch Dust Bag Vacuum Adapter Base Pad SPECIFICATIONS No-load Speed 7000~11000 OPM Orbital Diameter 1/8” (3 mm) Pad Size 5” (125 mm) Weight 2 lb. 11 oz. (1.
ASSEMBLY CONTENTS WARNING: If any part is broken or missing, DO NOT attempt to attach the battery or operate the tool until the broken or missing part is replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious injury. Random orbital sander, dust bag, 5pcs sanding paper, and instruction manual. UNPACKING WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool.
ASSEMBLY TO ATTACH VACUUM ADAPTOR (FIG. 2) ATTACHING THE DUST BAG TO THE ADAPTOR WARNING: Do not use the dust bag when sanding metal. Using the dust bag when sanding metal creates a fire hazard, which could damage the tool and lead to serious personal FIG. 2 WARNING: Groove Raised Rib The vacuum adapter allows you to connect a 2-1/2 in. diameter vacuum hose to help keep the work area clean. To install: 1. Detach the battery pack from the sander. 2.
ASSEMBLY NOTICE: From time to time, remove the dust bag from the sander and clean the dust bag with a dry brush. To remove: 1. Detach the battery pack from the sander. 2. Grip the dust bag firmly, rotate it counterclockwise, and pull it out from the tool (FIG. 3). ATTACHING THE SANDPAPER WARNING: Always inspect the sandpaper before attaching it to the sander. Do not use the paper if it is torn or defective. 1. Detach the battery pack from the sander. 2. Place the sander upside down on a flat surface.
OPERATION TURNING THE SANDER ON/OFF (FIG. 5) 3. To turn on the sander, depress the side of the rocker switch marked “I”. To turn it off, depress the side of the rocker switch marked “O”. SANDING This sander can be used for most sanding operations on materials such as wood, plastic, and painted surfaces. Do not use this sander for wet sanding. FIG. 5 1. Attach the battery. 2. Place the sander on the workpiece so that the sandpaper is fully in contact with the workpiece. 3. Start the sander. 4.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operations, or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask. WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc. come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic, which may result in serious personal injury. 6.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION The sander does not work. The battery is depleted. Charge the battery. The sander doesn’t collect the dust as expected. The dust bag is full. Clean the dust bag. The sandpaper is not properly attached and the holes are not aligned. Reattach the sandpaper with the holes properly aligned.
Random Orbital Sander WARRANTY 90-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: This MASTERFORCE® brand power tool carries our 90-DAY Money Back Guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with your MASTERFORCE® brand power tool for any reason within ninety (90) days from the date of purchase, return the tool with your original receipt to any MENARDS® retail store, and we will provide you a refund – no questions asked.
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