Silverline Air Orbital Jitterbug Sander - Manual (Page 7)

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Intended Use
Air sander, powered by compressed air from a compressor, for light to
medium sanding tasks using conventional clamp-fitted sanding sheets.
Unpacking Your Tool
• Carefully unpack and inspect your tool. Fully 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
Fitting the quick connector
Note: This tool is supplied with two different male airline quick connectors:
EQ-4 – commonly used in Europe
EN-6 – mainly used in the UK
• Please choose the connector that is compatible with the airline system
you are using, and install as outlined below:
1. Apply some PTFE tape (not included) to the screw threads of the Quick
Connector (4). This will help to maintain an air tight seal
Note: Apply PTFE tape tightly and in a clockwise direction, so it does not
come off when the thread is screwed into the tool.
2. Remove the protective plug from the air inlet
3. Using a spanner (not included) screw the quick connector into the air
inlet located at the base of the handle
4. Connect to airline, pressurise carefully and carry out a leak check
(e.g. by spraying small amounts of soapy water on to the outside of
the connectors)
• Air lines fitted with matching female quick connectors will now be a push
fit to the tool
Additional Safety Instructions for
Pneumatic Power Tools
Air under pressure can cause severe injury:
• Always shut off air supply, drain hose of air pressure and disconnect tool
from air supply when not in use, before changing accessories or when
making repairs
• Never direct air at yourself or anyone else
• Whipping hoses can cause severe injury. Always check for damaged or
loose hoses and fittings
• Whenever universal twist couplings (claw couplings) are used, lock
pins should be installed and whipcheck safety cables should be used
to safeguard against possible hose-to-tool or hose-to-hose connection
failure
• Do not exceed the maximum air pressure stated on the tool
• Never carry an air tool by the hose
Sanding Tool Safety
• 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 pad
• Always switch off before you put the sander down
• Always disconnect the sander from the air supply before changing or
replacing sanding sheets
• 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
1 Handle
2 Speed Control Trigger
3 Air Restrictor
4 Quick Connector
5 Rear Clamp
6 Sanding Pad
7 Front Clamp
Product Familiarisation
EQ-4
Europe
EN-6
UK
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