Use and Care Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WORKPIECE AND WORK AREA SET UP
1. Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit. The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent
distraction and injury.
2. Allign the power cord along a safe route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the
power cord to possible damage. The power cord must reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free
movement while working.
3. Secure loose workpieces using a vise or clamps (not included) to prevent movement during operation.
4. There must not be objects, such as utility lines, nearby that will present a hazard while working.
GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Make sure that the power switch is in the off-position, then plug in the tool.
2. Turn the switch to the ON position “I.”
3. Do not use excess pressure while sanding and always sand in same direction as the grain of the wood. Let the
sandpaper do the work. Apply even pressure over the entire workpiece.
4. Check the wear on the sandpaper at regular intervals and replace as necessary. NOTE: Always turn the switch
OFF and unplug the sander before changing sheets of sandpaper.
5. When sanding is completed, remove the sander from the workpiece and turn off the power switch.
6. When completely finished using the sander, use a vacuum to dislodge all sand shavings and dust. Wipe with a
clean, soft cloth.
7. To prevent accidents, turn off the sander and unplug it after use. Clean, then store the sander indoors out of
children’s reach.
SANDPAPER SELECTION
Choosing the right size, grit and type of sandpaper maximizes the quality of your sanded finish. Aluminum oxide,
silicon carbide, and other synthetic abrasives are best for power sanding as nautral abrasives, such as flint and garnet,
are too soft for economical use in power sanding.
In general, coarse grit will remove the most material and finer grit will produce the best finish in all sanding opera-
tions. The condition of the surface to be sanded will determine the right grit for the job. If the surface is rough, start
with a coarse grit and sand until the surface is uniform. Medium grit may then be used to remove the scratches left
by the coarser grit while a finer grit can be used for finishing. Always continue sanding with each grit until surface
is uniform.
NOTE: DO NOT use sander without sandpaper. Doing so will damage the hook and loop fastener sanding base.