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WARNING! Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side 

shields during power tool operations or when blowing dust. If operation is 

dusty, also wear a dust mask.

WARNING! Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plas-

tics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents 

and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, 

oil, grease, etc.

ACCESSORIES 

Dust Bag..................................................................................................1pc
80 Grits sandpaper...................................................................................3pcs

WARRANTY

If, during normal use, this PERFORMAX

TM

 power tool breaks or fails due to a defect 

in material  or workmanship within two years from the date of original purchase, 
simply bring this tool and its sales receipt back to your nearest Menards

®

 retail 

store for a free equivalent replacement within those two years. 

The warranty: 
(1)   excludes  expendable  parts  including  but  not  limited  to  blades,  bits,  light 

bulbs, and/or batteries;

(2)   shall be void if this tool is used for commercial or/and rental purposes; and 
(3)   does  not  cover  any  losses,  injuries  to  persons/properties,  or  costs.  This 

warranty does give you specific legal rights and you may have other rights, 
which vary from state to state.

*SAVE YOUR RECEIPTS. Your warranty is void without them. For help, please call 
to our customer center, toll free number: 

1-866-858-2664

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Summary of Contents for 241-0972

Page 1: ...le dangers The safety symbols and their explanations require the operator s full understand ing The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger nor are they a substitute for proper accident prevention measures This Safety Alert Symbol indicates caution warning or danger Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to the operator or to others To reduce the risk of in...

Page 2: ...scription Page 9 Assembly and Adjustment Page10 Operation Page11 Maintenance Page13 Accessories Page14 Warranty Page14 SPECIFICATIONS Motor 120V 60Hz 2 0A No load speed 12000 OPM Pad size 5 Paper type Hook loop Cord length 6 10 06 17 manual 241 0972 En indd 2 2010 6 18 12 00 01 ...

Page 3: ...ious injury WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury NOTE Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property damage WARNING To ensure safety and reliability all repairs should be performed ...

Page 4: ... Alternating current Direct current no No load speed Class II construction Double insulated min Revolutions or Strokes per minute Indicates danger warning or caution It means attenti on Your safety is involved Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations 10 06 17 manual 241 0972 En indd 4 2010 6 18 12 00 03 ...

Page 5: ...ust Power tools create sparks which may ignite dust or fumes Keep bystanders children and visitors away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control ELECTRICAL SAFETY Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plu...

Page 6: ... in the tool Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enable better control of th...

Page 7: ...ced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool Do not alter or misuse the tool These tools are precision built Any alteration or modification not specified is misuse and may result in a dangerous condition S...

Page 8: ...ecause materials in line particle form may be explosive Recommended size of extension cords Amperage rating of the tool 120 V circuit only Total length of the extension cord 25 7 6m 50 15 2m 100 30 4m 150 45 7m More than Not more than Minimum Gauge for the extension cord AWG 0 6 18 16 16 14 6 8 18 16 14 12 WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drill ing and other construction ...

Page 9: ...atures and safety requirements WARNING Do not allow familiarity with your sander to make you care less Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient enough to inflict severe injury Rocker ON OFF switch Rubberized grip Sanding pad Sandpaper Dust bag Fig 1 10 06 17 manual 241 0972 En indd 9 2010 6 18 12 00 04 ...

Page 10: ... or dirt from the sanding pad 3 Align the holes on the abrasive disc with the holes in the sanding pad making sure that the pad is centered and the edges are aligned with the edges of the sanding pad Note The holes in the abrasive disc must line up with the sanding pad holes for the dust collection system to function properly 4 Press the abrasive disc to the pad To remove 1 Unplug the sander 2 Pee...

Page 11: ...ction allows cross grain sanding but be careful not to tilt the sander near edges or undesirable rounding may result 3 The amount of downward pressure will affect the rotation speed and sanding results a Light pressure recommended for fine work b Moderate pressure recommended for rough work c Do not exert heavy pressure it does not allow the disc to rotate sufficiently 4 Keep the sanding disc flat...

Page 12: ...ials The grit material and coarseness of the sandpaper should be selected according to the workpiece material Workpiece material Grit material Fine woodwork Gamet or aluminum oxide Rough woodwork Aluminum zirconia or ceramic Manufactured wood products Silicon carbide or aluminum oxide Solid surfacing material Silicon carbide or aluminum oxide Metals Emery or aluminum oxide The sandpaper is also gr...

Page 13: ...nse and preventive maintenance practice follow these recommended steps Inspect the pad Check it for wear or damage Keep the ventilation slots of the motor clean to prevent overheating of the motor Electric tools are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure when they are used to work on fiberglass wallboard spackling compounds or plaster The chips and grindings from these material...

Page 14: ...ship within two years from the date of original purchase simply bring this tool and its sales receipt back to your nearest Menards retail store for a free equivalent replacement within those two years The warranty 1 excludes expendable parts including but not limited to blades bits light bulbs and or batteries 2 shall be void if this tool is used for commercial or and rental purposes and 3 does no...

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