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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.

d) 

Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. 

A wrench or 

a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

e) 

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. 

This enables better 

control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

f) 

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and 
gloves away from moving parts. 

Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in 

moving parts. 

g) 

If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection 
facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. 

Use of dust collection can 

reduce dust-related hazards.

4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

a) 

Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. 

The 

correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

b) 

Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. 

Any power tool 

that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

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 
performed. 

Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result 

in a hazardous situation.

5) 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.

Additional Safety Instructions for Sanders

•  Accessories must be rated for at least the speed recom mended on the tool warning 

label. 

Wheels and other accessories running over rated speed can fly apart and cause injury. 

Accessory ratings must be above listed minimum wheel speed as shown on tool nameplate.

•  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.

•  Always wear eye protection and a respirator when sanding.
•  Sanding of lead-based paint is not recommended. 

See 

Precautions To Take When 

Sanding Paint

 for additional information before sanding paint.

•  Do not operate the unit without the dust collection bag.
•  Clean your tool out periodically.
•  Empty dust bag frequently, especially when sanding resin coated surfaces such as 

polyurethane, varnish, shellac, etc. 

Dispose of coated dust particles according to the finish 

manufacturer’s guidelines, or place in a metal can with a tight-fitting metal lid. Remove coated 
dust particles from the premises daily. The accumulation of fine sanding dust particles may self 
ignite and cause fire.

•  Replace a worn or damaged belt when it causes high tool rpm. 

High tool rpm caused 

by a worn out belt may result in separation of sanding pad from the sander, possibly causing 
personal injury. For instructions on replacing the belt, see 

Replacing the Sanding Pad and 

the Belt

 under 

Maintenance

.

• 

Air vents often cover moving parts and should be avoided.

 Loose clothes, jewelry or long 

hair can be caught in moving parts.

• 

An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge) for 
safety. 

The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cable, that is 

16 gauge has more capacity than 18 gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage 
resulting in loss of power and overheating. When using more than one extension to make up 
the total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the minimum wire size. The 
following table 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.

Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets

Ampere Rating

Volts

Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters)

120V

25 (7.6)

50 (15.2)

100 (30.5)

150 (45.7)

240V

50 (15.2)

100 (30.5)

200 (61.0)

300 (91.4)

More
Than

Not More 

Than

AWG

0

6

18

16

16

14

6

10

18

16

14

12

10

12

16

16

14

12

12

16

14

12

Not Recommended

 WARNING:  ALWAYS 

use safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use 

face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT:

•  ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
•  ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
•  NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.

 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 disperse 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.

may or may not need this warning, depends on tool:

WARNING: Always wear proper personal hearing protection that conforms to ANSI 

S12.6 (S3.19) during use. 

Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product 

may contribute to hearing loss.
•  The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions are 

as follows:

V .....................volts 

A .........................amperes

Hz ...................hertz 

W ........................watts

min .................minutes 

or AC .............alternating current

or DC .....direct current 

or AC/DC......alternating or direct current

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

GUIDE D’UTILISA

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MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

DWE6420, DWE6421, DWE6423

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INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SER

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GARANTÍA. 

ADVER

TENCIA: 

LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE

 

USAR EL PRODUCTO.

 

Defi nitions: Safety Guidelines 

The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the 
manual and pay attention to these symbols.

 DANGER:

 Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, 

will 

result in 

death or serious 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

.

NOTICE:

 Indicates a practice 

not related to personal injury

 which, if not avoided, 

may

 

result in 

property damage

.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS OR ANY D

E

WALT TOOL, CALL 

US TOLL FREE AT: 

1-800-4-D

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WALT (1-800-433-9258)

.

 

 WARNING:

 To reduce the risk of injury, read the instruction manual.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

 

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all 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 ground fault 
circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply.

 Use of a GFCI 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.

D

E

WALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21286

(APR15)     Part No. N412818     DWE6420, DWE6421, DWE6423   Copyright © 2015 D

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WALT

The following are trademarks for one or more D

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WALT power tools: the yellow and black color scheme, the “D” shaped air 

intake grill, the array of pyramids on the handgrip, the kit box configuration, and the array of lozenge-shaped humps on the 
surface of the tool.

If you have questions or comments, contact us.

Pour toute question ou tout commentaire, nous contacter

.

Si tiene dudas o comentarios, contáctenos.

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Summary of Contents for DWE6420

Page 1: ...peration is dusty ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT ANSI Z87 1 eye protection CAN CSA Z94 3 ANSI S12 6 S3 19 hearing protection NIOSH OSHA MSHA respiratory protection 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 ...

Page 2: ...t as shown in Figures 6A or 6B and turn it on Move the unit in long sweeping strokes along the surface being sanded letting the sander do the work Pushing down on the tool while sanding actually slows the removal rate and produces an inferior quality surface Be sure to check your work often this sander is capable of removing material rapidly especially with coarse paper The random orbital action o...

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Page 4: ...MENT pour réduire le risque de blessures éteindre l appareil et le débrancher avant d installer ou de retirer tout accessoire et avant d effectuer des réglages ou des réparations Un démarrage accidentel peut provoquer des blessures AVIS ces ponceuses ne doivent pas être utilisées pour des travaux sur cloisons sèches AVIS éviter de surcharger la ponceuse Toute surcharge aura pour résultat de diminu...

Page 5: ...to de drogas alcohol o medicamentos Un momento de descuido mientras se opera una herramienta eléctrica puede provocar lesiones personales graves b Utilice equipos de protección personal Siempre utilice protección para los ojos En las condiciones adecuadas el uso de equipos de protección como máscaras para polvo calzado de seguridad antideslizante cascos o protección auditiva reducirá las lesiones ...

Page 6: ...les graves apague la herramienta y desconéctela de la fuente de alimentación antes de instalar y retirar accesorios ajustar o cambiar configuraciones o realizar reparaciones Un arranque accidental podría causar lesiones AVISO Estas lijadoras no deben utilizarse en aplicaciones de paneles en seco AVISO Evite sobrecargar la lijadora La sobrecarga reducirá considerablemente la velocidad y la calidad ...

Page 7: ...erado o reparado por personas distintas a las enlistadas al final de este certificado Anexo encontrará una relación de sucursales de servicio de fábrica centros de servicio autorizados y franquiciados en la República Mexicana donde podrá hacer efectiva su garantía y adquirir partes refacciones y accesorios originales Registro en línea Gracias por su compra Registre su producto ahora para SERVICIO ...

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