Dustless Turbo Drywall Sander - Manual (Page 2)

Important Safety Instructions:
1. Use Safety Glasses and Hearing Protection – Protection
for eyes and ears is always recommended.
2. Guard against electric shock- This tool is supplied with a
grounding strip inside the extension pole. Never use this
tool with out the grounding strip in place. This sander
does not have an electrical cord but the vacuum you will
use with it does. Always protect electrical cords and use
an appropriately grounded vacuum.
3. Observe OSHA Rule Avoid Power lines by 10 feet.
4. Use right tool –Don’t use tool for purpose not intended.
5. Don’t force tool – It will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it was intended. Use a light touch.
6. Don’t overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
7. Maintain tools with care – Keep tools clean for better
and safer performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing sandpaper. Inspect tools
periodically and if damaged, have repaired by
authorized service facility.
8. Replacement parts – when servicing use only identical
replacement parts.
9. When extending or contracting the extension pole –
always have vacuum source turned off.
Additional Safety Rules
1. This Turbo Drywall Sander is specifically designed to
work with the Love-Less Ash Company Model 16004 QV
“Dustless” Drywall Vacuum. Love-Less Ash Company is
not responsible for the performance of this sander with
any other wet/dry vacuum.
2. Hold the tool firmly
3. Keep hands away from rotating parts or pinch points.
4. Do not leave the tool running when not in use.
5. Operate the tool only when hand-held.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Set Up Instructions:
Attaching Abrasive Hook & Loop Sandpaper
Always make sure the sander is off before removing
sandpaper. The Turbo Drywall Sander is equipped with a
hook and loop sandpaper system. Align one edge of the
loopbacked sandpaper with the hook- topped sander pad.
Then align the opposite edge of the sandpaper and sander
pad. Push down and press paper firmly along the length of
the sandpaper until sandpaper is smooth and flat.
Note: Other types of regular or peel and stick
sandpaper will not work with this system.
Grounding
Due to static electricity that could build up from normal
sanding in dry conditions, this sander has been supplied
with a grounding strip. This grounding strip is installed
at the factory before shipping. It is located inside of the
gooseneck and extends down the inside of the
extendable pole.
NOTE: If static electric shock should occur, the
grounding strip may need to be reinstalled.
Extendable Pole – The extendable pole has a twist
and lock feature that allows the pole to be shortened or
lengthened for use. Twist the handle lock clockwise to
loosen, counter clockwise to tighten.
Vacuum Hose Adapter – A soft black 1-1/2” vinyl
hose adapter, part # 14311, is provided for connecting the
Turbo Drywall Sander to Model 16004QV “Dustless”
Wet/Dry Vacuum manufactured by Love-Less Ash Com-
pany. This adapter has left handed treads for connecting
to a 1-1/2” diameter hose. The non threaded end slips over
the end of the extendable pole.
Acme Thread Adapte – This is supplied so the exten-
sion pole may be used for universal purposes ie paint roller
or broom handle. Part # 56112
Lubricating Oil – This specially designed lubricating oil
will not attack plastic surfaces. It will evaporate and not
create buildup on the high-speed turbine. Minimum of 3-4
drops of oil should be applied every 30 minutes of actual
sanding. Apply oil while vacuum is on and attached to
sander. This will draw the oil into the sander bearings.
Oil Hole – Make sure the oil hole is facing away from
adjoining surfaces so clean air is drawn into the sander.
Helpful Hints:
1. The lubrication hole located on the side of the sander
must at all times be kept away from working surfaces
or walls. This allows the hole to breathe clean air and
reduces the amount of dust drawn into the bearings.
Do not cover the hole as it must remain open
at all times.
2. Use a light touch. This will allow the sander to sand and
not get bogged down. You can still move the power head
and help the sander to sand faster just use a light touch.
3. If the sander, with new sandpaper, is hard to maneuver
on the wall, simply turn off the sander and then rub
the sandpaper and sander 2-3 short swipes across a
concrete floor. This knocks off the high uneven edges
that may exist on new sandpaper.
4. The cap and gooseneck may be removed and the
gooseneck reinstalled in a different rocking position.
This allows the power head to rock at different angles
as needed.
5. With the hand adapter Part #56611 the power head
may be removed from the extension pole and used as a
hand sander for tight locations where the pole may be
cumbersome, ie halls or closets.
6. For best operation keep sander flat against the wall.
TROUBLE SHOOTING:
Hard to maneuver sander up and down the wall –
1. Pushing too hard. Sanding too hard will hinder the
sanding vibration. A light touch is needed.
2. New sandpaper (refer to Helpful hints #3)
3.Wrong angle of sander for working direction.
(refer to Helpful hints #4)
Chattering –
1. Pushing too hard. Sanding too hard will remove
the sanding vibration. A light touch is needed.
2. New sandpaper (refer to Helpful hints #3),
3. Wrong angle of sander for working direction,
(refer to Helpful hints for solution #4)
Sander stops working –
1. Bearings may be frozen up. Lubricate sander every 30
working minutes of use with minimum of 3-4 drops of
lubricating oil Part #53351. A large particle of material
may be lodged in the turbine. Remove cap and goose
neck and see that the turbine spins freely. Turbine
screw may have worked loose.
2. No Suction – Check suction on wet/dry vac. Hose may
be plugged – check for obstructions, check filters.
Dust is in the air –
1. Check wet/dry vac. Make sure the wet/dry vac is a
“Dustless” system.
OPERATION: Connect the sanding power head to
the gooseneck. The cap threads onto the block and holds
the gooseneck in place. Thread the gooseneck onto the
extension pole. Use the soft 11/2” adapter to connect the
end of the pole to the vacuum hose. Turn on your vacuum
and the sander power head will vibrate.