PALM GRIP SANDER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Catalog Number QS900
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KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW:
•Do not push down—let the sander do the work.
•Extended drywall sanding is not recommended for this product.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA DE GARANTÍA. ADVERTENCIA: LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO.
Catalog Number QS900 | FORM NO. 90533144 | FEB. ‘08 |
Copyright © 2008 Black & Decker | | Printed in China |
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions 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.
1) Work area safety |
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. |
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of |
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the |
dust or fumes. |
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can |
cause you to lose control. |
2) Electrical safety |
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not |
use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and |
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock |
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, |
ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is |
earthed or grounded. |
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool |
will increase the risk of electric shock. |
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the |
power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. |
Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. |
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for |
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. |
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current |
device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock. |
3) Personal safety |
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a |
power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of |
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools |
may result in serious personal injury. |
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective |
equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection |
used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries. |
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before |
connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. |
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have |
the switch on invites accidents. |
c)Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d)Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e)Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f)Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g)Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be per- formed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5)Battery tool use and care
a)Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
b)Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
c)When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
d)Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery, avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
6)Service
a)Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
•Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.
WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday eye glasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTI-
FIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
•ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3)
•ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection
•NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection
•Sanding of lead-based paint is not recommended. See Sanding Lead Based Paint for additional information before sanding paint.
•Clean your tool out periodically.
Extension Cords
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
| | | Minimum Gage for Cord Sets | |
Volts | | Total Length of Cord in Feet |
120V | | 0-25 | 26-50 | 51-100 | 101-150 |
| | | (0-7,6m) | (7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m) |
240V | | 0-50 | 51-100 | 101-200 | 201-300 |
| | | (0-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-60,9m) (60,9-91,4m) |
Ampere Rating | | | | |
More | | Not more | American Wire Gage | |
Than | | Than | | | | |
0 | - | 6 | 18 | 16 | 16 | 14 |
6 | - | 10 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 12 |
10 | - | 12 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 12 |
12 | - | 16 | 14 | 12 | Not Recommended |
| | | | | | |
The label on your tool may include the following symbols.
V | volts | A | amperes |
Hz | hertz | W | watts |
min | minutes | no | alternating current |
| | direct current | no load speed |
| |
| .......................... | Class II Construction | | | ........................ | earthing terminal |
| | | | |
| | | | |
| ........................ | safety alert symbol | .../min | revolutions or |
| | | | | | reciprocations per minute |
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
•lead from lead-based paints,
•crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
•arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
•Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disburse dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved
respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body.
