A.Contact the dealer where you purchased the tool or Alpha Professional Tools® directly at 800-648-7229.
Q.Can I use my VSP-230 as a wet cutting tool with a diamond blade?
A.No. The VSP-230 only has a 2,800 no load RPM rating. This is not enough RPM for cutting applications with a diamond blade. It is unsafe to use the VSP-230 as a cutting tool. Do not attempt to cut with the VSP-230.
Q.Can I use my VSP-230 for dry polishing applications?
A.No. The VSP-230 is designed for wet use only. Alpha® recommends using our
AWP-158/214 for dry polishing applications.
Q.How can I get the parts list and schematic for the VSP-230?
A.There are several ways to obtain information such as this fromAlpha Professional Tools®. It is available on our website www.alpha-tools.com or by contacting our
Tool Dept Help Desk at 800-648-7229.
Q.What is the proper RPM for polishing Engineered Stone?
A.Any RPM range on this polisher will work for polishing engineered stone. Using slower RPM together with the Alpha® Ceramica EX will provide the optimum polish on engineered stone material.
Q.What is the largest diameter accessory that the VSP-230 will accept?
A.The VSP-230 will accept accessories up to 127mm. Do not attempt to use accessories larger than 127mm for safety reasons. In addition, large accessories require more torque than the VSP-230 can provide. Operating the VSP-230 under these conditions will result in overheating failure.
Q.Can I use the VSP-230 for drilling applications such as faucet holes?
A.Yes. The VSP-230 can be used withAlpha® Core Bits to drill faucet mounting holes.
We recommend using the provided C-Handle attachment and a template.
Q. | How many liters of water does the Alpha® VSP-230 use per minute? |
A. | The Alpha® VSP-230 has a throughput of approximately 4.2 liters per minute with |
| the water valve fully open. |
HELPFUL HINTS
1.If your VSP-230 does not start, check the carbon brushes for proper seating.
2.If the VSP-230 does not re-start, check and reset the GFCI.
3.Avoid dragging the VSP-230 on top of stone surfaces. The aluminum body may leave marks on the surface.
4.The C-Shape handle attached to the polisher is highly recommended for more stability of the polisher during certain applications such as: surface polishing, core drilling and profiling.
