Silverline 900W Belt Sander 76mm - Manual (Page 6)

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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
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
Sanding Tool Safety
• Before connecting the tool to a power source, ensure that the voltage supply matches
that specified on the rating plate of the tool
• Always wear appropriate protective equipment, including a dust mask with a minimum
FFP2 rating, safety goggles and ear defenders.
• Ensure all people in the vicinity of the work area are also equipped with suitable
personal protective equipment
• Take special care when sanding some woods (such as beech, oak, mahogany and teak),
as the dust produced is toxic and can cause extreme reactions
• Do not sand magnesium or alloys containing a high percentage of magnesium
• Be aware of paint finishes or treatments that may have been applied to the material that
is being sanded. Many treatments can create dust that is toxic, or otherwise harmful.
If working on a building constructed prior to 1960, there is an increased chance of
encountering lead-based paints
• The dust produced when sanding lead-based paints is particularly hazardous to
children, pregnant women, and people with high blood pressure. Do not allow
these people near to the work area, even if wearing appropriate personal protective
equipment
• Whenever possible, use a vacuum dust extraction system to control dust and waste
• Be especially careful when using a machine for both wood and metal sanding. Sparks
from metal can easily ignite wood dust. Always clean your machine thoroughly to
reduce the risk of fire
• Work surfaces and sandpaper can become very hot during use, if there is evidence of
burning (smoke or ash), from the work surface, stop and allow the material to cool. Do
not touch work surface or sandpaper until they have had time to cool
• Do not touch the moving sanding paper
• Always switch off before you put the sander down
• Always unplug the sander from the mains power supply before changing or replacing
sandpaper
• Even when this tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all residual risk
factors. If you are in any doubt as to safe use of this tool, do not use it
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269415 900W Belt Sander
1 Auxiliary Handle
2 Main Handle
3 On/Off Trigger Switch
4 Lock-On Button
5 Dust Bag
6 Dust Extraction Port
7 Drive Belt Cover Drive Roller
8 Tracking Adjustment Dial
9 Front Belt Roller
10 Sanding Belt (80 Grit, supplied fitted)
11 Belt Tension Lever
12 Rear Belt Roller
Product Familiarisation
Included accessories (not shown):
1 x Spare Carbon Brushes
Intended Use
Light to medium-duty belt sander for removing larger amounts of material, suitable for soft
wood, hard wood, and similar materials.
Unpacking Your Tool
• Carefully unpack and inspect your new sander. Familiarise yourself with all its features
and functions
• Ensure that all parts of the tool are present and in good condition. If any parts are
missing or damaged, have such parts replaced before attempting to use this tool
Before Use
WARNING: Ensure the sander is disconnected from the power supply before attaching or
changing any accessories.
• This sander is supplied fully assembled, apart from the accessory for dust extraction
Connecting the dust bag
• Prior to use, fit the Dust Bag (5) to the Dust Extraction Port (6)
• Slightly push the metal wire inside the Dust Bag apart, so it fits snugly over the Dust
Extraction Port
WARNING: Remove and DO NOT use the Dust Bag when sanding metal. Hot metal particles
and sparks could ignite residual wood dust, or cause the bag to catch fire. Always clean the
tool THOROUGHLY when switching from sanding wood to sanding metal, and vice versa.
Selecting the right grade of sanding belt
• Coarse (40 grit) for use on rough material
• Medium (80 and 100 grit) for smoothing off
• Fine (120 grit) for finishing
Note: Use good quality sanding belts to maximise the quality of the finished task. Always
test the sander on a scrap piece of material to determine that the sanding belt is suitable
for the intended task.
Note: After sanding with a belt sander, an orbital sander can be used to provide a smoother
surface finish. This process will, however, lead to the loss of wood grain detail. Additional
sanding with an orbital sander is advisable if you plan on painting the wooden surface, or if
you do not need to maintain the visibility of the wood grain.
Changing the sanding belt
WARNING: Always switch off and disconnect from the power supply before changing the
sanding belt.
1. Lift the Belt Tension Lever (11) up, to release the tension on the belt and slide off the
old belt
2. Choose a new sanding belt according to the information provided in the paragraph
‘Selecting the right grade of sanding belt’
3. Check that the replacement belt has a good join and is not frayed at the edges
4. Slip the new belt over the rollers with the rotation arrow on the inside of the belt
pointing in the same direction as the arrow on the sander
5. Push the belt tension lever down to re-tension the belt
6. Connect the sander to the power supply
7. Holding the sander firmly in an upside-down position, pull the On/Off Trigger Switch
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