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OPERATION

TO START AND STOP SANDER

1.CAUTION: Make certain the switch is in the “OFF” position, and the power source is the same as that specified on the tool’s nameplate.

2.Connect the sander to the power source.

3.Lift sander off the work and hold it firmly when switching the motor “ON” and “OFF”.

4.The switch button (A) Fig. 8, is labeled “ON” and “OFF”. Depress the “ON” end of the switch button to start motor. Depress the “OFF” end of the switch button to stop motor.

A

Fig. 8

HOW TO HOLD SANDER

Model 340 is designed to be held either around the housings, Fig. 9, or by the top of the housings, Fig. 10. When sanding for long periods, it is recommended you periodically alternate between the two holding positions.

Fig. 9

Fig. 10

DUST COLLECTOR

Model 340 is supplied with a Dust Collector Assembly that is attached to the sander as outlined below. An accessory hose assembly, is available to connect the sander to a remote vacuum system.

CAUTION: Do not operate the sander without: (A) the dust collector installed, or (B) an appropriate vacuum system attached. Dust could be blown into your eyes and the level of dust in the atmosphere would be greatly increased.

TO INSTALL DUST COLLECTOR

1.CAUTION: DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE.

2.Position dust collector (A) Fig. 11, to sander nozzle as shown. Seat collector firmly onto the nozzle, (B) Fig. 11A.

3.Periodically remove the dust container (A) Fig. 12, from its mounting flange (B), and empty the collected dust.

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Porter-Cable 340 instruction manual Operation, To Start and Stop Sander, HOW to Hold Sander, To Install Dust Collector