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OPERATION

1. Connect the plug to the mains socket and switch on.

2. Hold the sander firmly with both hands

3. Squeeze the trigger, the sander will

start.

4. Release the trigger to stop the

sander.

5. If continuous operation is required,

squeeze the trigger, and depress the

lock-on button and release the

trigger.

6. To stop the belt sander, squeeze the

trigger to release the lock-on button,

then release the trigger.

USING THE SANDER

1. Make sure that there are no nails or other objects in the area to be sanded.

2. Let the sander reach full speed before applying it to the work surface.

3. Do not apply pressure to the sander during use. The weight of the sander alone is

sufficient for normal use.

4. Move the sander evenly over the work area. Do not allow the sander to stay in one

place for too long, this will give an uneven finish.

5. Replace worn sanding belts. The performance of your sander is dependent on the

quality of the sanding belts being used.

6. Remove the sander from the work area before releasing the trigger, (wait until the

belt has stopped moving before putting the sander down.

SANDING HINTS

1. Always use both hands to hold the sander and clamp the workpiece for added

stability and safety.

2. When sanding wood, always sand in the direction of the grain,

• Do not exert pressure on the sander.

• Regularly check the condition of the abrasive accessory and replace when

necessary.

• On very uneven surfaces or when removing layers of paint, start with a coarse

grit. On other surfaces, start with a medium grit. In both cases, gradually

change to a fine grit for a smooth finish.