ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
The sander should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making ad- justments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent accidental starting that could cause se- rious injury.
Sanding Disc Selection
Selecting the correct size grit and type sanding disc is an extremely important step in achieving a high quality sanded finish. Aluminum oxide, silicon carbide, and other synthetic abrasives are best for power sanding. Natural abrasives, such as flint and garnet are too soft for eco- nomical 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
Fig. 2
determine which grit will do 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 scratches left by the coarser grit and finer grit used for finishing of the surface. Always continue sanding with each grit until surface is uniform.
Attaching Hook and Loop Sanding Discs
See Figure 2.
1.Unplug the sander.
2.Align holes in hook and loop type sanding disc with holes in pad, then carefully press fuzzy side of sanding disc against pad as tightly as possible.
Note: Hook and loop type sanding discs can be reused for the life of the sanding abrasive. It is recommended that you keep the sanding disc backing pad clean to provide for best adhesion. Clean occasionally by brushing lightly with a small brush.
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