Chicago Electric 66891 - Manual (Page 12)

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the power cord to possible damage.
The power cord must reach the work
area with enough extra length to al-
low free movement while working.
There must not be objects, such as
3.
utility lines, nearby that will present a
hazard while working.
general operating instructions
Make sure the Drive Belt Cover (1) is 1.
in place before turning on the Switch
(68) to the Compact Belt Sander.
To reduce the risk of personal injury,
2.
make sure the Compact Belt Sander
is not resting on the workpiece when
the Switch (68) is turned “ON”.
While this Compact Belt Sander may
3.
be held while in use with one hand,
it is preferred (and recommended)
that two hands are used for better
control and safety. One hand should
be placed on the rear section of the
rubber portion of the Body Housing
(49) and the other hand should hold
the front section.
Secure loose work pieces using a
4.
vise or clamps (not included) to pre-
vent movement while working.
When sanding wood workpieces,
5.
move the Compact Belt Sander as
much as possible in the direction
of the wood grain. This will help to
prevent scratches across the grain.
When not in use, always rest the tool
on its side.
To prevent accidents, turn off the
6.
Compact Belt Sander and disconnect
its power supply after use. Clean,
then store the tool indoors out of the
reach of children.
maintenanCe and
SerViCing
Procedures not specifically
explained in this manual
must be performed only by a
qualified technician.
to preVent
SeriouS injurY
From aCCidental
operation:
turn the power Switch of the
Compact Belt Sander to its
“oFF” position and unplug
the tool from its electrical
outlet before performing any
inspection, maintenance, or
cleaning procedures.
to preVent SeriouS
injurY From tool
Failure:
do not use damaged
equipment. if abnormal noise
or vibration occurs, have the
problem corrected before
further use.
Cleaning, maintenance, and
lubrication
BeFore eaCH uSe, 1. inspect the
general condition of the Compact Belt
Sander. Check for loose hardware,
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, cracked or broken parts, dam-
aged electrical wiring, and any other
condition that may affect its safe
operation.
aFter uSe,
2. wipe external surfaces
of the tool with clean cloth. Use a
shop vacuum and/or pressurized air
to remove as much dust and debris
from around the Wheels and sanding