To operate the machine follow this procedure:
1.Install the operator's belt as follows:
a.Position the operator's belt around waist.
b.Cross the straps at the waist. See figure 5.
c.Slide the belt loop end over the handle on the control lever side. Adjust the length as needed.
d.Wrap the remaining strap around the oppo- site side of the handle and hold it in place with your hand.
WARNING: Should quick release of the ma- chine be necessary, serious op- erator injury could occur if the operator has tied the loose end of the operator's belt strap to the machine. Always position the strap so that you can let go and get away quick in case of bag fire or explosion.
2.Put the On/Off switch into the "ON" position.
DANGER: Serious damage can occur to the floor surface if the machine is not in motion while the con- tact wheel is running on the floor surface. To prevent damage to the surface, make sure the ma- chine is always moving when the contact wheel is in contact with the floor.
3.Work right to left. For each forward pass, move the machine 4" over the pass you have just finished. Retrace your reverse path without overlapping. See figure 6.
4.
5.When contact wheel is fully engaged with the surface, gradually adjust your pace for adequate finish removal. Keep sander in motion while the contact wheel is engaged with the surface or dwell marks will occur.
6.Move the machine in the direction of the grain in the wood whenever it is possible. Sand the surface at a constant pace.
7.Gradually
Figure 5
8.Empty dust bag whenever it is 1/3 full. Never leave a dust bag unattended with sanding dust in it. Sanding dust can spontaneously ignite and cause a fire or explosion. Empty dust into a metal container located outside of the building.
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