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CONNECTION TO THE POWER SUPPLY
Electrical Safety
1. 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 plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three
wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.
2.
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electrical shock if your body is grounded.
3. Don't expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electrical shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from the outlet.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords
immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electrical shock.
Extension Cords
1. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. 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. Table 1 shows the
correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate Ampere rating. If in doubt, use
the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
2. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked "W-A" or "W".
These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electrical shock.
3. Use only UL listed extension cords. Inspect extension cord before use and never use damaged
or altered extension cords. Follow extension cord manufacturer safety instruction.
4. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords
immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electrical shock.
Amp
Volts
25 ft.
50ft
100ft
150 ft
1-5
120V
18
16
16
14
6-10
120V
16
16
14
12
11-12
120V
14
14
14
12
12-16
120V
14
12
Not Recommended
Table 1.
Minimum Gage For Power Cord
Total Length of cord in feet
Rating
AWG
ATTACHING A DUST COLLECTION HOSE (optional)
Figure 4
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Sanding operations are inherently dusty. It is recommended that users employ a dust-collection
system when using this sander . To help minimize the amount of dust that escapes into the
surrounding air, this sander is equipped a 1-1/4" dust evacuation chute that can be connected to
a shop vacuum or dust-collection system. Use of a mask or respirator is still recommended even
when a dust-collection system is in use.
1. (See Figure 4) Place a 1-1/4 diameter vacuum/dust-collection hose into the dust chute (1).
2. To remove the dust chute: grasp the dust chute near the tool base (2) and twist left
(counterclockwise) to release locking tabs. Pull chute from the sander base to remove.
3. Reverse procedure for chute installation.
NOTE:
The holes in the sandpaper must be aligned with the holes in the sander base for the dust
collection system to work.
