Model D3736 Palm Finishing Sander
OPERATIONS
Getting Started
To test the sander, do these steps:
1.Plug the cord into a 110V outlet.
2.Move the switch (located at the front of the sander) to the
The sander should run smoothly. Strange or unusual noises should be investigated and corrected before operating further.
If you cannot easily locate the source of an unusual noise or vibration, contact Technical Support for help.
Selecting Abrasives
The best results from your D3736 Palm Finishing Sander will be accomplished using the proper grit of coated abrasive.
As a general rule, start with a coarse grit size and move through finer grit sizes until you achieve your desired finish.
Use the list below to define paper grit sizes:
•ExtraCoarse. | .........................Extra Coarse | |||
•VeryCoarse.. | ..........................Very Coarse | |||
•Coarse.oarse. | ................................Coarse | |||
•Medium.oarse. | .............................Medium |
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•Fine.Coarse. | ................................Fine | |||
•VeryFine.se. | ..........................Very Fine | |||
•ExtraFine.e. | Extra.........................Fine | |||
Any time you are unsure about which grit to begin with, experiment on a hidden area of your project. Ideally, you want to achieve the balance of removing defects without damaging your work.
Aluminum oxide and silicon carbide abrasives are an excellent choice because they last longer and are sharper than natural abrasives.
Attaching Abrasives
If you have not read the safety instructions in this manual, do not operate the sander.
This palm sander is designed to use 1⁄4 sheets of sandpaper measuring 41⁄4"
x41⁄2". You may purchase 41⁄2" x 51⁄2" sandpaper and cut it to size, or cut standard 9" x 11" sanding sheets into 4 pieces each measuring 41⁄4" x 41⁄2", or cut sheets out of a 41⁄2" wide sanding roll.
To attach the sandpaper, do these steps:
1.UNPLUG THE SANDER FROM POWER SOURCE!
2.Hold the sander upside down with its top against a flat, stable surface.
3.Place the sandpaper over the base and align the holes in the paper with holes in the base (Figure 1).