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HAND FINISHING

ORBITAL SANDER

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

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For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS

AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.

Manual Revised 10/05

40070

Summary of Contents for 40070

Page 1: ...or Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor FreightTools For technical questions and replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Manual Revised 10 05 40070 ...

Page 2: ...dark areas invite accidents Make sure there is adequate surrounding workspace 2 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 3 Keep bystanders children and visitors away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control Protect others in the work area...

Page 3: ...wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock 8 Do not abuse the Power Cord Never use the Power Cord to carry the tools or pull the Plug from an outlet Keep the Power Cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged Power Cords immediately Damaged Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock 9 When operating a power tool outside use an ou...

Page 4: ...oes not turn it on or off Any tool that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be replaced 19 Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally Always unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any in...

Page 5: ...ck 5 Never lay the tool down until it has come to a complete stop Moving parts can grab the surface and pull the tool out of your control 6 Never leave the Sander unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet Turn off the tool and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving 7 WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities con...

Page 6: ...ust be supplied by the operator Note Performance of this tool if powered by line voltage may vary depending on variations in local line voltage Extension cord usage may also affect tool performance GROUNDING WARNING Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in the risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded D...

Page 7: ...uld look like those in the following illustration See Figure A DOUBLE INSULATED TOOLS TOOLS WITH TWO PRONG PLUGS 4 Tools marked Double Insulated do not require grounding They have a special double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories Inc the Canadian Standard Association and the National Electrical Code See Figu...

Page 8: ...mperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size See Figure C 6 If you are using an extension cord outdoors make sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use 7 Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician befo...

Page 9: ...ION Always make sure the Power Cord 17 of the Sander is unplugged from its electrical outlet prior to making any adjustments or assembling to the tool ATTACHING THE DUST COLLECTION CHUTE 0 1 Turn the Chute 0 so that the tab on top of the rectangular end faces up Snap it in place into the rectangular shaft at the back of the Sander 2 Connect a 1 1 4 dust collection hose from the Chute to your dust ...

Page 10: ...ed from its electrical outlet prior to making any adjustments to the tool 2 Clamp your workpiece down or insert it in a vise Make sure the wood you are sanding does not have any nails or metal of any kind in it or you will ruin the sandpaper and damage the Pad 28 3 After donning the appropriate safety gear covered on page 2 of this manual plug in the Sander 4 Turn on the Sander by turning on the S...

Page 11: ...TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATESTHAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRSTOTHE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS ...

Page 12: ...chnical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individu ally as replacement parts Part 0 Dust Collection Chute not shown ...

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